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Saturday, March 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 17-year-old girl died in Leon County after her van hit a tree and caught fire. ABC 27
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Tallahassee man was convicted for the death of an innocent bystander during a March 2021 shootout at a gas station. WCTV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ In January 2025, the Tallahassee MSA saw a 10.1% increase in single-family home sales and a 12.6% rise in median sales price compared to January 2024. Tallahassee Reports
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Children's Services Council of Leon County is allocating $2.5 million towards 13 educational programs, impacting over 1,200 students with year-round and summer activities. Tallahassee Democrat
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of young environmental activists rallied at the Florida Capitol, promoting legislation on state park and utility protections and opposing bills that would change the citizens' initiative process. WFSU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Sen. Corey Simon proposes $2.5 million in funding to enhance Tallahassee International Airport, aiming to attract new carriers, expand routes, and establish a Foreign Trade Zone. Tallahassee Democrat
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Leon County school athletes excel in statewide track and field events, with top placements including a first in discus and a second in pole vault. Tallahassee Reports
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Florida Gators vs. Florida State Seminoles Baseball Game
The Florida State Seminoles host the Florida Gators for an exciting baseball matchup at Dick Howser Stadium in Tallahassee.
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Mercer Bears vs. Florida State Seminoles Baseball Game
The Florida State Seminoles will host the Mercer Bears for a baseball game at Dick Howser Stadium in Tallahassee.
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Royal Hanneford Circus at North Florida Fair
The Royal Hanneford Circus will perform at the North Florida Fair in Tallahassee, offering a family-friendly circus experience.
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Jubilee Gospel Music Festival 2025
The Jubilee Gospel Music Festival features renowned gospel artists Tasha Cobbs Leonard and Kirk Franklin in a two-night concert event at Adderley Amphitheater, showcasing powerful performances and special guests.
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Royal Hanneford Circus
1:00 PM — North Florida Fair — Ticketed event — Enjoy thrilling performances and family fun at the Royal Hanneford Circus.
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Gamescape Pokémon League
2-6 p.m. — Gamescape — Free entry — Engage with fellow fans in Pokémon Trading Card and video game battles while competing for prizes.
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Florida Gators vs. Florida State Seminoles Softball
6-11:59 p.m. | Joanne Graf Field | Tickets available via UNATION | Catch the thrilling matchup of Gators and Seminoles softball live in Tallahassee.
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Violent Femmes with Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra
8-10 p.m. — Adderley Amphitheater — Tickets from $52 — Experience a symphonic rendition of classic punk-folk hits with Violent Femmes and the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra.
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Florida State Seminoles vs. Wake Forest Demon Deacons Baseball
2-6 p.m. — Dick Howser Stadium — Check with venue for ticket prices — Enjoy an exciting college baseball matchup in Tallahassee.
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