Monday, June 8th, 2026: The FINAL VOTE for our Bay Blend Manatee + less students meaning teacher layoffs

We heard from YOU, and after a bunch of submissions, we’ve narrowed down the names for our Bay Blend manatee to a top 8, Now we’re putting it to one final vote. You’ll hear the details, plus declining birth rates and school enrollment has meant staff cuts for certain school districts in the Tampa Bay area. More on that, but first let’s hit some other news. Make your FINAL vote for the Bay Blend Manatee HERE: The Bay Blend manatee needs a name. Cast your vote | WUSFThe 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