Lily Belcher
WUSF Rush Family Radio News internAt 16 years old, I was walking into businesses and getting interviews. My dad was still driving me places, my phone cover was pink and sparkly and I had entirely no idea what I was doing, but it was something that came naturally to me.
I fell in love with talking to people and hearing their stories. Turning those conversations into words was an easy way to turn my love of storytelling into a career.
I am double majoring in mass communications and professional and technical communications at the University of South Florida.
I am also the managing editor for The Oracle, the university’s student newspaper on the Tampa campus.
As a WUSF intern, I hope to dip my toes into the world of radio and meet new people in the areas I’ll cover.
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While some delays are expected, travelers with a Real ID should have few problems. -
Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee and Sarasota counties have all signed on to Gov. Ron DeSantis’ call to eliminate unnecessary spending with their own DOGE teams. -
According to an FAA database, the airport had 141 wildlife strikes in 2024, 20 of which included multiple strikes, such as a plane hitting a flock of birds. -
The organization's executive director says local libraries, museums and other art organizations are at risk because of these cuts. -
Both counties will host a series of workshops where residents can offer feedback on hurricane recovery plans. -
Florida Forest Service officials want residents to take extra caution during this year’s dry season. -
The replacement roof panels should be installed by December, leaving the Rays a couple of months to finish up interior stadium repairs. -
The preliminary study is a trial run for a 25-year study that will track around 8,000 participants nationwide. -
The Rays are hosting their first regular-season series in their temporary outdoor home with Tropicana Field out of service due to hurricane damage. -
The county clarified how it plans to enforce quiet hours and other restrictions for short-term rentals.
