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'He was not afraid': Tallahassee lawyer, former mayor Kent Spriggs dies

Longtime Tallahassee civil rights attorney Kent Spriggs – also a former city commissioner and mayor who spent more than 50 years fighting discrimination and racism – died Nov. 2 at his Asheville, North Carolina. The 87-year-old's death was announced by his wife, retired Tallahassee Democrat reporter Kathleen Laufenberg. Spriggs confronted injustice, even when it meant going head-to-head with hate groups, fielding threats or being handcuffed and jailed. Those who knew him say his intense disposition was rooted in a "take no prisoners" pursuit of the law. Some of his notable cases included David Roby Keaton, part of the "Quincy Five," a name given to five Black men from the rural city 20 miles west of Tallahassee who were were arrested for the murder of an off-duty Leon County sheriff's deputy during a robbery of a Tallahassee convenience store in 1970. The arrest sparked an outpouring of protests in Quincy and Tallahassee by those who believed the men were unfairly accused, according to a 2015 article in the Tallahassee Democrat . Keaton, one of the first to go on trial, was sentenced to death and later became the nation's first prisoner exonerated from death row. There were dozens more clients and

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Aircraft known as Air Force Two spotted at Tallahassee airport. See it here!

The plane commonly referred to as Air Force Two when carrying the vice president was spotted Thursday and Friday at the Tallahassee International Airport. According to the flight crew, this was a training flight and there were no elected or appointed personnel aboard, Alison Faris, a city spokesperson, said. It departed from Tallahassee Friday morning. Photos of the executive aircraft flooded local social media pages Nov. 5 as people shared their up-close photos with the Boeing C-32A, the military version of a Boeing 757. Several people who are a part of Tallahassee's Civil Air Patrol, a volunteer organization that assists the U.S. Air Force with things like search-and-rescue and disaster-response missions, posted that they got to see the plane and meet with its security detail. Elena Barrera can be reached at ebarrera@tallahassee.com . Follow her on X: @elenabarreraaa . This article originally appeared on Tallahassee Democrat: Aircraft known as Air Force Two spotted at Tallahassee airport. See it here!

Tallahassee, FL · 3d

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People Drive From All Over Florida For The Smoked Sausage At This Historic Country Store

There’s a place tucked along a shaded road outside Tallahassee where the smell of smoked sausage hits you before you even find a parking spot, and once it does, your afternoon plans are officially over. Bradley’s Country Store on Centerville Road is the kind of place that makes you...

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Retirees Are Quietly Moving To Perry, A Taylor County Town Where Homes Still Cost Less

Some Florida towns shout about themselves on billboards, and some just keep the porch light on and wait. Out in the Big Bend, far from the crowded coasts, one small county seat has been drawing a steady trickle of retirees who want more room and fewer headaches. The draw is...

Taylor County, FL · 5d
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From anticipation to celebration: Tallahassee voters witness a shift in city leadership

Attendees of the Leon Democratic Environmental Caucus’ watch party look on as city commisioner-elect P.J. Perez speaks (Asha Whiting / FAMUAN) The crowded floor of Proof Brewing Company buzzed with anticipation Tuesday night as candidates’ families embraced, children played and attendees lined up for food while awaiting election results that could reshape Tallahassee’s political landscape.

Tallahassee, FL · 3d

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Wakulla County Public Library is looking for neighbors' help in finding a stolen grill

WAKULLA COUNTY, FL (WTXL) — The Wakulla County Public Library's grill was taken. In a post on Facebook, they asked if neighbors saw it and to report it to the Wakulla County Sheriff's Office. In the post, they included a picture of it and noted how the tongue is...

Wakulla County, FL · 2d

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Havana Veterans Memorial Foundation holds first Veterans Day parade honoring those who served

HAVANA, Fla. (WCTV) - Havana kicked off its Veterans Day celebrations with its first-ever Veterans Day parade, honoring the men and women who have served in the U.S. military as the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary. The parade was hosted by the newly established Havana Veterans Memorial Foundation and brought...

Havana, FL · 1d

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From FAMU to Spelman, HBCU Alumni Make History in the Midterms

For decades, Black leaders have been preaching that HBCUs consistently punch above their weight, producing some of the nation’s best and brightest doctors, educators, and lawmakers. If it wasn’t understood before, this year’s midterms proved their point … again. From Howard University’s hilltop to the highest...

Tallahassee, FL · 3d

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'Historic milestone': FAMU wins too as Donalds, Bottoms become governors

The history-making victories of Florida and Georgia's newly elected governors hit home for Florida A&M University . While Florida Governor-elect Byron Donalds – a former FAMU student – will become the first Black individual in the state to take on the role when he assumes office, Georgia Governor-elect Keisha Lance Bottoms – a FAMU graduate – becomes the first Black individual and the first woman elected governor of The Peach State. It also makes her the first Black woman governor in the nation's history. "This is a historic milestone for our state and a testament to what becomes possible when preparation meets the call to lead and serve," FAMU President Marva Johnson said in a Nov. 4 prepared statement, referring to Donalds' win. "Governor-elect Donalds spent formative years at the College of Love and Charity, and we are proud that he is part of that legacy." "We wish him every success as he prepares to serve the people of Florida," she added, "and FAMU stands ready to partner with his administration to expand opportunity for every Floridian." More on Donalds' victory: 'Story of redemption': Donalds path to become Florida's next governor Donalds – a Brooklyn, New York native and a

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From seed to semi-truck: Jackson County family details peanut harvest

JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Peanuts go through planting, growing, and harvesting before they become products such as peanut butter and peanut oil. The Pittman family, peanut farmers in Jackson County, described that process from start to finish. The Pittman family said Florida soil has a sandy composition, which makes...

Jackson County, FL · 2d

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Grady County commissioners propose property tax hike of nearly 5%

Grady County commissioners propose a 12.64 mill rate, a 4.72% property tax increase. The first of three public hearings is set for November 11th.

Grady County, GA · 2d

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Tallahassee's changing commission could reshape how city decisions are made

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- For years, a 3-2 split has shaped some of the biggest decisions at City Hall. Tuesday’s results brought a new look to the commission, with Matlow elected mayor and Perez winning Matlow’s former seat. Matlow said his early focus goes beyond who votes with whom....

Tallahassee, FL · 3d

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Amendment 3 passes as Leon County leaders prepare for revenue impacts

Amendment 3 has passed statewide, and Leon County leaders are now preparing for tough decisions and major revenue losses ahead.

Leon County, FL · 2d

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North Florida Fair boosts security with metal detectors and police to keep guests safe

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- Security and guest behavior are in focus at the 84th annual North Florida Fair, where organizers say fairgoers can expect a “very secure and safe environment” with activities for all ages. The North Florida Fair runs Nov. 5 through Nov. 15. Organizers say security measures...

Tallahassee, FL · 2d

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Florida Panhandle renters and homeowners who lost belongings to Hurricane Isaias can apply by Dec. 28 for federal disaster loans of up to $100,000 to replace them

Renters and homeowners in eight Florida Panhandle counties who lost furniture, clothing and other belongings to Hurricane Isaias can apply until Dec. 28 for federal disaster loans of up to $100,000 to replace them. The U.S. Small Business Administration opened the loans after a presidential disaster declaration on Oct. 27 for the storm, which hit […]

Florida · 2d

Tallahassee Reports

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Leon County Voters Reject Consolidation Plan

Leon County voters rejected a proposal Tuesday to pursue consolidation of Tallahassee and Leon County governments, marking the fifth time voters have opposed efforts to...

Leon County, FL · 3d

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Gadsden County property owners hope for tax cuts as officials warn of service impacts

GADSDEN COUNTY, Fla. — Property owners in Gadsden County are hoping for relief as a proposed cut in property taxes could lower their bills, but county leaders warn it could also create a multimillion-dollar budget hole that threatens local services. Noah Murray, a Gadsden County resident, said he wants...

Gadsden County, FL · 4d

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Midday Update: Tallahassee new city commission, LCS 2027 Budget Cuts

WTXL ABC 27 Midday Update: Here are the top stories we're following around the Big Bend, South Georgia, nationally, and your Thursday forecast.

Tallahassee, FL · 4d

The Cool Down

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Florida county could let homeowners rent out in-law suites and double their size limit

Affordable homes would be exempt from sewer access fees and permit fees under other committee proposals.

Wakulla County, FL · 3d

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Jefferson County staple Johnston’s Meat Market to hold 100th anniversary celebration

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Fla. (WCTV) - A Jefferson County favorite, Johnston’s Meat Market turns 100 years old Saturday. The celebration got an early start Thursday, when Jefferson County officially proclaimed Nov. 7 “Johnston’s Day.”. Family-friendly events run from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, with live music, a...

Jefferson County, FL · 2d