Good morning, Tallahassee.

The Leon County Property Appraiser’s Office hosts its Food Truck Round-Up on Wednesday, Feb.

18 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Althemese Pemberton Barnes Park near Cascades Park, where local food trucks serve and homeowners can apply for property tax exemptions & support United Way.

Bobby Bowden’s legacy auction will feature his Killearn Estates home & memorabilia as longtime assistant Sue Hall revisits the residence to share cherished memories.

The auction is scheduled for late March and offers fans a piece of local history.

The North Florida Wildlife Center unveiled Tropical Treasures, an immersive bird exhibit featuring toucans, hornbills and other exotic species for Valentine’s Day as part of its Lovebirds event.

Phase two will open before summer — a barrier-free walk-through aviary that will let visitors feel part of nature.

Leon County Schools is facing a teacher shortage with 26 urgent open positions including seven for ESE educators; Superintendent Hanna is lobbying lawmakers for special funding to ease heavy caseloads & low pay.

Rickards High student Chetan Posani will join 39 others on a free trip with the Florida Debate Initiative to Washington, D.C. from April 6 to 9, where he will learn about government through tours (including a mock Congressional hearing) and visits to historical landmarks.

Yesterday, Tallahassee experienced a line of storms that brought gusts over 60 mph and a brief tornado threat between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A Wind Advisory was in effect from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. to protect residents (securing loose outdoor items and preparing for power outages).

FSU’s Institute for Governance and Civic hosted DOJ Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Harmeet Dhillon on Thursday, Feb.

12 where she discussed federal civil rights policies and challenges with campus attendees—audience questions focused on free speech and due process.

Tallahassee Living Healthy is launching its first plant-based potluck with a special talk by Dr. Cielo Rose on Tuesday, Feb.

17 for Heart Month. Founding member Ed Oaksford said the event aims to support heart health, encourage healthy eating, and build social connections among residents.

Construction for a new Lovesac furniture store is underway at Miracle Plaza Shopping Center on Thomasville Road near Hollywood Feed (set to open early fall pending final approvals), according to real estate broker Debbie Ashlin.

Florida State graduate Josh Williamson will begin his Olympic medal quest today at Cortina d’Ampezzo in the Milano Cortina Games by competing in the two-man bobsled event, with the four-man race scheduled for Saturday.

Florida State softball (8-2) lost 9–1 on Feb.

15 to Tennessee at the Shriners Children's Clearwater Invitational, scoring just one run; the Seminoles will host Louisiana at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Seminole Softball Complex.

Crossroad Academy, Godby and FAMU DRS advanced to the FHSAA regional semifinals — all games are set for Saturday at 7 p.m. Teams will compete in regional matchups following the Big Bend playoffs.

Heart Concert

7-9 p.m. — Donald L. Tucker Civic Center — Tickets from $74 — Experience the iconic sounds of Heart live in Tallahassee.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Field Day Music Festival 2026

12:00 a.m. — Phipps Farm — Tickets available now — Enjoy a live music experience featuring Eddie 9V in Tallahassee.

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.

Vincent Mason Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Moon — $33-$164 — Enjoy an electrifying evening with Vincent Mason and Cole Goodwin at The Moon on the Monster Energy Outbreak Tour.