http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news/ wusf NewsRoom: WUSF 89.7 News en-us Public Interactive newsroom.NewsRSS via Rome 30 http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1425358&sectionID=1 Thanksgiving is all about food - as well as giving thanks. But the slow economy means many people can't afford to spluge on that big turkey with all the trimmings. And food co-ops provide another way. WUSF Wed, 26 Nov 2008 09:58:33 GMT WUSF http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1425034&sectionID=1 A typical day at the International Culinary School at the Art Institute of Tampa involves the preparation of Latin, Asian, and classical cuisine, gourmet entrees and exotic desserts. But earlier this week, the students mastered a "traditional" Thanksgiving feast. WUSF Wed, 26 Nov 2008 16:59:10 GMT WUSF A student preps turkey breasts for roasting atop a mirepoix mixture http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1425030&sectionID=1 Who better to ask about the most common missteps in the kitchen on Thanksgiving Day than the director of chefs at Tampa's International Culinary School at the Art Institute? Chef Ricardo Castro offers his advice on turkey, leftovers and having fun. WUSF Wed, 26 Nov 2008 05:13:06 GMT WUSF Chef Ricardo Castro http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1424235&sectionID=1 The state's highest-ranking member of the House Transportation Committee came to Tampa with some advice: get your projects on a list for federal funding now, or risk getting no money for the next decade. WUSF Tue, 25 Nov 2008 09:59:17 GMT WUSF http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1424234&sectionID=1 The state's highest-ranking member of the House Transportation Committee came to Tampa with some advice: get your projects on a list for federal funding now, or risk getting no money for the next decade. WUSF Tue, 25 Nov 2008 09:58:39 GMT WUSF http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1423411&sectionID=1 When Florida's children go on holiday break from school, it will mean more leisure time for them to curl up with a good book. But just how well are Florida's students reading these days? WUSF Mon, 24 Nov 2008 10:38:46 GMT WUSF http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1423389&sectionID=1 The holidays are almost here, and that means the return of a century-old tradition. Salvation Army bell ringers took their posts last Friday, and more volunteers are needed. WUSF Mon, 24 Nov 2008 10:29:49 GMT WUSF http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1423385&sectionID=1 A report released by the state Medical Examiner's office shows that abuse of prescription drugs led to the deaths of several thousand Floridians earlier this year. WUSF Mon, 24 Nov 2008 10:28:01 GMT WUSF http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1423109&sectionID=1 The majority of the world's population lives near the ocean. This is especially true in Florida, which is surrounded on three sides by water. But sprawl and coastal pollution is affecting the quality of this resource. The Coastal Cities Summit will be held this week in St. Pete Beach to find ways to protect the world's coastlines. WUSF Mon, 24 Nov 2008 16:36:52 GMT WUSF http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1421353&sectionID=1 This year Tampa Fire is playing catch-up in its annual showdown with Tampa Police called Badge Bowl VII. Today we bring you the sounds of a pep rally at MacDill Air Force Base's Tinker Elementary for the little boy who will benefit from the game, Angelo Cerchione. WUSF Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:07:36 GMT WUSF Angelo Cerchione http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1421201&sectionID=1 It's not unusual for a jazz pianist to have a background in classical music. But Lynne Arriale, who plays in Tampa this Sunday, made the switch a little later than most. WUSF Fri, 21 Nov 2008 08:19:10 GMT WUSF http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1420535&sectionID=1 Robert Ballard is an oceanographer who gained fame for his discovery of the wreck of the Titanic. He's also discovered the German battleship Bismarck and the wreck of the aircraft carrier USS Yorktown in 1998. Most recently he discovered the wreck of John F. Kennedy's PT-109 in 2003. Ballard spoke last night at the Coastal Cities Summit in St. Pete Beach. WUSF Thu, 20 Nov 2008 13:09:56 GMT WUSF http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1420371&sectionID=1 A lapsed practice called the "Fairness Doctrine" ruled the airwaves for 40 years. It required equal time for opposing views on radio and television. There's now talk of reviving the rule. Two people gave their reasons for giving it a thumbs-up - or down - at the Suncoast Tiger Bay Club. WUSF Thu, 20 Nov 2008 10:29:49 GMT WUSF http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1419398&sectionID=1 What happens in the ocean doesn't neccessarily stay there. Not when the majority of the world's population lives near the water. A conference being held this week in St. Pete Beach is exploring ways to improve the health of the seas. WUSF Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:10:44 GMT WUSF http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1419288&sectionID=1 An economic scorecard just released shows the Tampa Bay region at the bottom when ranked with similar areas in the Southeast U.S. However, there is a glimmer of hope. WUSF Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:53:33 GMT WUSF http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1418458&sectionID=1 Sarasota native Bello Nock was back in town Tuesday to announce he's being added to the cast of Circus Sarasota. He'll be here for the Circus Sarasota season opening on Jan. 30. WUSF Tue, 18 Nov 2008 10:18:16 GMT WUSF Bellow Nock finds a different way for Sarasota Mayor Lou Ann Palmer to give him the key to the city http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1418392&sectionID=1 Florida's new legislators took the oath of office in Tallahassee. And there was a similar ceremony in Hillsborough for returning and newly elected county commissioners. WUSF Tue, 18 Nov 2008 08:45:38 GMT WUSF It was standing room only at the Hillsborough Investiture Ceremony http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1418151&sectionID=1 The NCAA Women's Final Four basketball tournament was held in Tampa this past spring. The ball is back in Tampa's court for the 2015 championship games. The championship brings more than just prestige to the area. WUSF Tue, 18 Nov 2008 16:30:27 GMT WUSF Rob Higgins holds up a 2015 NCAA Final Four jersey http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1414832&sectionID=1 One of the bay area's true treasures is a petite woman with an indelible sense of humor, ongoing musical prowess and almost 90 years in show business. Rosa Rio will bring new life to the restored pipe organ at St. Petersburg's Palladium Theater during a film and song fest this Saturday. WUSF Fri, 14 Nov 2008 13:17:58 GMT WUSF Rosa Rio at Tampa Theater's Mighty Wurlitzer in 2006 http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wusf/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1414400&sectionID=1 With thousands of local families facing foreclosure, the city of Tampa today announced it will disburse millions of dollars in federal money to help neighborhoods affected by the housing crisis. WUSF Thu, 13 Nov 2008 12:18:27 GMT WUSF Tampa Mayor Pam Iorio, left, with U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor