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Monday, February 9th, 2026
Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cars lined up early on Saturday, Feb. 7 for a free food giveaway at J. Lewis Hall Park. The Leon County Commission approved a three-way partnership with Farm Share & Carter's Corner that will hold at least four events this year to boost school readiness and ease food insecurity. WFSU
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Beverly Bonasorte is slowly recovering after a brain bleed caused by a January 4 accident on I‑10 near Live Oak — she is in Gainesville receiving therapy with a surgery scheduled to secure a skull bone flap as doctors note steady progress. Tallahassee Democrat
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local restaurants are gearing up for a busy Super Bowl Sunday as large crowds will watch the game from bars — Island Wing Company has prepped days in advance for high demand in wings and beer. WCTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Thousands in authentic Scottish attire gathered at Apalachee Regional Park this past weekend for the Fourth Annual Highland Games. Revived four years ago by Ryan May & supporters, the event featured national competitions, music, and local festivities. WFSU
- ➤ Local retired attorney Patsy Palmer recalls how coach Lou Holtz called her father after a festive New Year’s dinner in Miami, gifting him a heartfelt letter that has been cherished at family gatherings since. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Tallahassee Winds returns to the stage Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at Opperman Music Hall with guest conductor Dr. Bentley Shellahamer — founder of the ensemble — leading an evening of classical and light classical pieces for a free audience. Tallahassee Democrat
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Leon County Public Library held a Black History Month Read-In on Saturday, where community members read African-American authors aloud to young listeners and families. The event featured the Rickards High School Swinging Raider Jazz Band to promote literacy and celebrate Black History. WFSU Public Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Who We Play For and Leon County EMS will offer free heart screenings for students this Saturday at the Leon County Public Safety Complex in honor of National Youth Heart Screening Day (already screening over 2,500 students in three weeks) to help detect dangerous heart conditions early. WCTV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ FSView Hot Take Tuesday offers student opinions on Super Bowl LX, with writers sharing thoughts on commercials and game predictions — the feature, published Feb. 8, shows diverse campus views ahead of the big event. FSU News
- ➤ FSU women's basketball beat Miami 87-70 on Feb. 8 at the Donald L. Tucker Center, snapping a three-game losing streak; Avery Treadwell scored a career-high 21 points off the bench. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ No. 7 Florida State softball blanked UConn 6-0 Sunday to improve its record to 5-0; freshman pitchers Marlee Gaskell and Bella Dimitrijevic led the win and the team will face Liberty on Tuesday (6 p.m. at Seminole Softball Complex in Tallahassee). Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ FSU softball began its season with two wins at the JoAnne Graf Classic in Tallahassee on Feb. 5-6 against Samford and Iowa. Sophomore pitcher Jazzy Francik recorded a no-hitter & the team earned a run-rule win with a walk-off grand slam. FSU News
- ➤ FSU women's lacrosse won 14-4 in its inaugural game at the Seminole Lacrosse Complex on Saturday, Feb. 7 (the first game at the new venue). The team will face Kennesaw State at 1 p.m. today. FSU News
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Over the Edge Charity Event
11 AM – 4 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Tallahassee — Raise $1,500 to rappel and support children's wishes with Make-A-Wish.
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Heart Concert
7-9 p.m. — Donald L. Tucker Civic Center — Tickets from $74 — Experience the iconic sounds of Heart live in Tallahassee.
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Cirque Italia - Water Circus
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Governor’s Square — Ticket prices vary — Experience a breathtaking aquatic performance under the big top with dazzling acts from around the world.
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Local Band Showcase at The Bark
7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Bark — $10 cover at the door — Enjoy vibrant performances from BLAIRSTONE, CONFLICT OF INTERESTS, BACKWARDS DRIVING, OH!FAUNA, and BLAME.2.
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Cirque Italia: Water Circus
1:30-4:30 p.m. — Governor’s Square — Tickets start at $74 — Experience the magic of acrobatics and water performances at this unforgettable circus event.
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Professional Bartender Training Class
6-10 p.m. — Courtyard by Marriott Tallahassee North/I-10 Capital Circle — $275 full price, $59 down payment — Gain essential bartending skills and industry knowledge in an engaging hands-on class.
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AdventureCONNECT Networking Event
10 AM – 12 PM — Tallahassee Automobile Museum — Free entry — Connect with adventure travel professionals and explore new opportunities in a relaxed setting.
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FCW Presents: Rise of a Champion
5-9 p.m. — Northside Community Center — $10 GA, $15 Floor, $20 Front row — Experience family-friendly wrestling action with local stars vying for the first-ever FCW Champion title.
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Field Day Music Festival 2026
12:00 a.m. — Phipps Farm — Tickets available now — Enjoy a live music experience featuring Eddie 9V in Tallahassee.
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Congress The Band Live
8:30-10:30 p.m. — 926 Bar & Grill — Support act TBD — Experience a dynamic performance from one of the Southeast's rising rock acts in Tallahassee.
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