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Hella Schull, a volunteer at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, explains how gardening became a meaningful part of her daily life and how she cares for plants throughout the seasons.

We hear from WLRN Americas editor Tim Padgett on how Venezuelans in Florida are reacting to the arrest of President Nicolas Maduro.

We hear from WUFT Report for America corps member Rose Schnabel about how drought can affect wildlife — and humans.

Keep Alachua County Beautiful Executive Director Carlos Gonzalez shares information on events, how to become a volunteer, how to register for The Great American Cleanup and other initiatives throughout the year.

On today's show: The government shutdown last month is continuing to affect local families relying on SNAP benefits, and food banks are having to pick up the slack. Later, we'll hear an excerpt of an Atrium magazine article about a bare knuckle boxer. Plus, a UF study found reading for pleasure dropped 40% in the last 20 years — but not all hope is lost.

Glenn Terry, aka Mango Glenn, and Rhonda Victor Sibelius share information about the third annual Flying Pig Parade scheduled for Saturday, January 3, 2026 from 2 to 3 p.m. followed by the Bo Diddley Birthday Bash at Bo Diddley Plaza in downtown Gainesville.

Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo Director Jonathan Miot shares information about the zoo's diverse collection that contains both native and exotic species for everyone to enjoy including Bald Eagles, White-throated Capuchin monkeys, American alligators and Matschie's Tree Kangaroo.

Hippodrome State Theatre Consulting Producer Evans Haile shares information on the 2026 main stage productions, the cinema offerings and the gallery that hosts art exhibitions and special events.

This week, the Florida Department of Health reported 66 measles cases. WUFT's Sofia Dinka reports on the illness and what people can do to prevent infection.

Host Kristin Chermont Spina spoke to the director of the UF Brechner Center Freedom of Information Project on the arrests of journalists following their coverage of anti-ICE protests