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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Tallahassee community, including local businesses and churches, collaboratively saved the annual Night to Shine event for special needs individuals, ensuring its continuation with enhanced features like swag bags and limo rides.  Tallahassee Democrat
  • The CRA decides against purchasing Railroad Square, opening the door for a potential public-private partnership to save the arts district.  Tallahassee Democrat
  • The 71st Annual Camellia Show in Tallahassee will showcase over a thousand camellias, welcoming all to participate, especially novices, with no entry fee.  Tallahassee Democrat

CRIME NEWS

  • The TPD Incident Report for Jan. 8, 2025, provides a real-time overview of the previous two days' police activity.  Tallahassee Reports

CULTURE NEWS

  • Lil Wayne, joined by Quavo and Anella, is set to perform at the Tucker Civic Center on March 6, with tickets available from January 10.  Tallahassee Democrat
  • Theatre Tallahassee is set to present August Wilson's play 'Fences' from January 9 through January 26, with actors discussing the production on WCTV.  WCTV

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Tallahassee receives a $28.6 million federal grant to enhance its electric grid and implement a utility-scale battery storage system, aiming for resilience against extreme weather.  Tallahassee Democrat
  • Leon County Commission approves budget for 2025 Citizen Engagement Series, Club of Honest Citizens, and To the Village Square events to foster community involvement.  Tallahassee Reports

EVENTS

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  • Ninja Race Series at Miccosukee Greenway, Tallahassee, FL

    This event features multiple race distances including a 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, and Half Marathon while supporting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital through charitable donations.

    Sat, 1/11/25

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  • Trent 10k, 5k & 1 Mile Run

    The Trent is a multi-distance running event featuring 10k, 5k, and 1-mile courses, catering to both competitive racers and casual walkers at Roberts Elementary School in Tallahassee.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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  • Counterfeit Stereo and Local Bands Showcase

    Experience a night of live music featuring local acts including COUNTERFEIT STEREO, ALMOST, WHEN AND WHERE, and WESTGREEN at The Bark.

    Fri, 1/31/25

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  • Vitamin String Quartet Live Performance

    Experience a captivating performance by the Vitamin String Quartet at the Ruby Diamond Concert Hall in Tallahassee.

    Tue, 2/4/25

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  • TRE Workshop for Stress and Trauma Release

    This workshop offers participants techniques for releasing physical tension and stress through Trauma Releasing Exercises in a supportive environment.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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