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EPISODE · Feb 16, 2026 · 7 MIN

Monday, February 16th, 2026: How would a cruise ship port effect Manatee County business + repairs at the Trop are done!

from The Bay Blend · host WUSF

The plan to build a new port next to the Sunshine Skyway to bring in bigger cruise ships has been a contentious idea at the very least. You’ll hear from a man who says it would have devastating impacts to his oyster business. Plus, we have some events for you to make the beginning of your week in the Tampa Bay area a fun time. But first, the news. The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher.Website: https://www.wusf.orgSign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletterFollow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSFInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg

The plan to build a new port next to the Sunshine Skyway to bring in bigger cruise ships has been a contentious idea at the very least. You’ll hear from a man who says it would have devastating impacts to his oyster business. Plus, we have some events for you to make the beginning of your week in the Tampa Bay area a fun time. But first, the news. The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org Sign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg

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