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An Evening of Breakfast comes to Tallahassee next week

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - The holiday season is a time for giving, but while toy drives often bring joy to younger children, teenagers in the foster care system are frequently left out. An Evening of Breakfast is coming to Tallahassee next week. This is an annual fundraiser for the Remembering...

Tallahassee, FL · 3d

Tallahassee Democrat

Byron Donalds housing plans unclear as governor's mansion gets $20M overhaul

WCTV

Local musician’s death prompts father, community to voice safety concerns over Wakulla County road

WAKULLA COUNTY, Fla. (WCTV) - A Wakulla County father is calling on leaders to address safety along a roadway in the wake of his son’s death this past weekend. 22-year-old C.J. Beach, a singer and songwriter, died in a single vehicle crash last Saturday just hours after performing in Panacea.

Wakulla County, FL · 2d

thefamuanonline.com

‘We’re actually losing ground with this project’: Orchard Pond Greenway Project raises concerns for Tallahassee recreationists

The proposed Orchard Pond Greenway project is drawing mixed reactions from bicyclists and horseback riders who expressed concerns about the project during a public meeting on Monday, Nov. 9. The project is part of the Tallahassee to Havana Trail/Orchard Pond Greenway, a proposed multiuse trail connection between Tallahassee and Havana....

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New businesses moving into Capital Plaza as Suburban Salon marks nearly 70 years in Midtown

NORTHEAST TALLAHASSEE, FL (WTXL) — Capital Plaza in Midtown is seeing some changes as new businesses prepare to move in. Over the years, Capital Plaza has seen businesses come and go. But one business has been there since the beginning. Suburban Salon is one of the plaza's original tenants,...

Tallahassee, FL · 3d

WCTV

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North Florida Fair sees decreased attendance, organizers and vendors remain hopeful

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - Tuesday marks the halfway point for the North Florida Fair - five more days left to take in all the fun. Fair Director Miranda Muir told WCTV that attendance is slightly down this year. While it isn’t certain what the exact reason for decreased attendance is,...

Tallahassee, FL · 3d

West Orlando News

Solar Site Launched in North Florida

A new solar site was launched in North Florida. The post Solar Site Launched in North Florida appeared first on West Orlando News .

Florida · 3d

WCTV

‘A new era’: Tallahassee, county officials announce proposed fire services agreement

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - The first act of Tallahassee’s incoming mayor is shaping up to be a resolution to the fire services dispute with the county. Mayor-elect Jeremy Matlow and Commissioner Christian Caban announced a proposed agreement at a Thursday press conference, both calling this a “new era” of cooperation in local government.

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Florida governor’s mansion set to get $20 million makeover

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV/Gray Florida Capital Bureau) - Florida’s governor’s mansion is about to get a $20 million makeover. State documents show they plan to preserve the historic look, but make some serious interior upgrades. The renovation is set to begin in earnest early next year, just as Governor-elect...

Tallahassee, FL · 8h

Public News Service

Florida races to preserve Black history as erasure threatens legacy

A historical marker unveiled Monday in Florida's capital city honors Lydia G. Smith, a free Black woman who arrived before the Civil War and later opened a school for Black children. But questions remain about whether other trailblazers are given their proper due. It's the 10th marker installed this year by the Tallahassee Historical Society as part of the city's bicentennial projects. Bob Holladay, president of the society, said Smith accomplished much despite the limited opportunities available to Black women at the time. "She accomplished a great deal in a time in which she had a lot of headwinds against her. Leon County was almost the very definition of what historians would call a slave society," Holladay explained. The marker stands on Park Avenue, behind the former St. James Methodist Church, which Smith and her husband helped establish. The building now houses Florida TaxWatch . The Florida Division of Historical Resources supports local partners with the projects but organizers pointed out development, neglect and other factors make it hard to make it a consistent priority. Holladay stressed Smith’s legacy is one of perseverance and change in a small corner of Florida. But as a Black woman living under segregation, even

WCTV

‘It’s really special’: Tallahassee celebrates Veterans Day with annual parade

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - Monroe Street was filled with red, white, and blue Wednesday morning as the annual Veterans Day parade saluted those who’ve bravely served our nation. Thousands lined the streets to say thank you to our veterans and enjoy the festivities. Veterans also participated in the parade...

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With state bills stalled and SNAP out of reach, Florida students lean on campus pantries

Eleanor Ferrier of Pensacola has reached out to strangers on Reddit for help getting food. The 20-year-old music education senior at Florida A&M University frequents the school’s pantry twice a month, but her 30-minute electric-bike commute to campus doesn’t always go smoothly. In early August, when heavy rain...

Florida · 3d

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Coral Gables Ex-Bar President Faces Probable Cause On 17 Counts

A Miami-Dade grievance committee has found probable cause for a formal complaint accusing Roland Sanchez-Medina, a Coral Gables attorney and former president of the Florida Bar, of 17 professional-conduct violations. The complaint is expected to reach the Florida Supreme Court by Dec. 22. The Miami Herald reported the finding by...

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WFLA

Democrats see gains in Tallahassee, GOP keeps majority after midterms

Florida's newly elected lawmakers have freshman orientation this week.

Florida · 2d

WCTV

Florida lawmakers could return for special session on newly-passed property tax amendment

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV/Gray Florida Capital Bureau) - Florida’s lawmakers, including those newly elected, could be making a return to Tallahassee earlier than expected. That’s because Governor Ron DeSantis says the legislature “has to” return before January 1 to address Amendment 3. Now that Amendment 3 is...

Florida · 2d

fox49.tv

FAMU forum in Tallahassee spotlights school choice debate for Big Bend families

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The debate over private schools versus charter schools is gaining new attention in Florida following the election of Byron Donalds to the governor’s office. Donalds’ wife founded a charter school management company. At a forum at Florida A&M University, educators, college students and parents...

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Leon County Ranks First in Home Affordability for Two-Parent Households

New economic analysis challenges the conventional wisdom that Tallahassee’s economy is stagnant, revealing a significant advantage for local families in housing affordability and household income. Leon County ranks as the most affordable housing market among Florida’s 37 counties with populations exceeding 95,000, according to an analysis of 2024 home...

Leon County, FL · 1d

WTXL ABC 27 News

Quincy neighbor questions city's hiring practices

A Quincy resident questioned the city's hiring practices during a commission meeting as leaders discussed policing concerns following Police Chief Brian Alexander's reinstatement.

Quincy, FL · 3d

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Quincy meeting seeks solutions to Gadsden County flooding to protect life, property

QUINCY, Fla. -- Quincy city leaders and residents gathered at City Hall on Tuesday night to identify flooding trouble spots and discuss ways to protect life and property during major rain events. The meeting brought together people from across Gadsden County for an information session focused on how residents can...

Quincy, FL · 3d

Tallahassee Reports

Matlow: Amendment 3 Will Not Require Drastic Cuts to City Services

Tallahassee Mayor-elect Jeremy Matlow says the passage of Florida Amendment 3 will require spending reductions but should not significantly affect city services, a markedly different...