Barney
Barney, GA · Business
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Tallahassee advances budget and higher-than-rollback tax rate — but BIG questions
Tallahassee commissioners advanced the city's fiscal 2027 budget and a 4.4072-mill property tax rate, but the hearing exposed unresolved questions about a $15 million employee buyout, how many positions have already been refilled and a more than $1 million HUD repayment that is not included in the spending plan. The final budget hearing is Sept. 23.
WCTV
‘Everything happens for a reason’: Tallahassee woman reopens cafe after lease woes forced her to find new location
HAVANA, Fla. (WCTV) - A comeback story for one local Tallahassee woman. What started as a hobby turned into a lifelong dream for Latasha “Tootie” Reed-Hopkins. Then, she says, that dream was pulled out from under her. Now, she’s back and better than ever. More news out...
WCTV
Second Harvest of the Big Bend names new CEO
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - The Board of Directors of Second Harvest of the Big Bend announced its next chief executive officer today. Jacob Reiter will take over as the CEO of SHBB, following a nationwide search by the board in partnership with Kittleman & Associates. Reiter previously served as SHBB’s...
Tallahassee Democrat
Northside Shoppes permitting discussion gets delayed
A staff discussion on the early permit materials for the Northside Shoppes commercial development under construction at Kerry Forest Parkway and Thomasville Road has been delayed. The latest permit materials show plans for a drive-through restaurant spanning about 1,000 square-foot and a 5,600 square foot tire and oil change auto service station. "This application was continued to the October 1 st Site Plan Review Meeting. The application will be resubmitted to staff for review by September 24th," said John Reddick, director of the city's Growth Management Department. For weeks, the land at the intersection has undergone a drastic transformation from trees and vegetation to cleared land in preparation for the development to come. The change has been both praised and bashed by residents as the area is one of the last Thomasville Road retail frontage sites available in Tallahassee . In addition to the proposed restaurant and auto service station, the Democrat reported a new 100,000 square-foot self-storage facility will be built on the land at the Northside Shoppes that was purchased by Doran Companies. It's one of Minnesota's largest women-owned businesses, for $2.9 million, said Brad Parker, a partner and broker at TLG Real Estate, who partnered with Ghazvini
WCTV
Johnston’s Meat Market expanding to Tallahassee, bringing job opportunities and more
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - A staple in the Big Bend, Johnston’s Meat Market is opening a new location in Northeast Tallahassee. Monticello has been home to the market for a century and the owners want to extend not only their unique custom cuts and smoked products but also the opportunity for more jobs.
Tallahassee Democrat
Ownership changes take shape at Tallahassee Nurseries
An ownership change is taking place at Tallahassee Nurseries, one of the state's oldest independent garden centers. Don't fret, though. Customers are not expected to see anything change at the Thomasville Road nursery's overall operations. Instead, the new partnership is meant to strengthen the business by improving access to an expanded operational resources, create opportunities for future growth and more. For years, it's been owned by both Paul Brock and Nate Prosser, who took over the once family-owned business in 2002. Now, Mike Zaffaroni, president and CEO of Liberty Landscape Supply, has acquired Prosser’s ownership interest. Brock, who came to came to Tallahassee Nurseries in 1984, will remain a co-owner. Zaffaroni said the longtime nursery has earned the trust of generations "by doing things the right way." "When the opportunity arose to become part of its future, it was an easy decision. This is not about changing Tallahassee Nurseries," he said, in a statement. "It's about preserving what makes it special while investing in its people, its operations, and its continued growth. Paul and his team have built something extraordinary, and I'm honored to help carry that legacy forward." Founding owners Gene and Ruth Ellis started the nursery as a
wtxl.com
Hope Farms South invites community to learn about planned transitional housing for women in recovery
DECATUR COUNTY, GA (WTXL) — Hope Farms Recovery Center is expanding its mission with a new transitional housing initiative called Hope Village, designed to support women after they complete treatment. WATCH FULL REPORT BELOW:. The transitional program would provide apartment-style housing for women completing treatment, giving them time to...
chattahoocheenews.com
Planned outage to shut off power to all Town of Havana electric customers
All customers on the Town of Havana’s electric system will temporarily lose power Sept. 13 while crews perform maintenance on the town’s electrical substation. The planned outage is scheduled from 1 to 5 a.m., according to a notice issued by the town. Town officials said the early-morning hours were selected to minimize inconvenience to customers as much as possible.
tallahasseereports.com
Johnston’s Meat Market Bringing Neighborhood Butcher Shop to Killearn Estates
A century-old North Florida meat market is coming to northeast Tallahassee, bringing the traditional neighborhood butcher shop concept to Killearn. Johnston’s Meat Market, which has operated in Monticello since 1926, plans to open a Tallahassee location at 3628 Shamrock Street West in Killearn Village Square. The new store will give Killearn residents a nearby option for fresh meats, custom cuts and smoked products outside the traditional supermarket setting.
hoodline.com
Century-Old Johnston's Meat Market Sets Up Shop in Killearn Village Square
A century-old Jefferson County butcher shop is finally bringing its counter to Tallahassee. Johnston's Meat Market, which has processed meat in Monticello since 1926, is opening a second location at Killearn Village Square in Leon County, with owners hoping to welcome customers by the end of 2026. A Long-Awaited Move...