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Sunday, March 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of March.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida State University's plan to acquire Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare assets moves to the State University System’s Board of Governors for review on March 26 at the University of West Florida; the deal includes a $1.7 billion investment + a 40-year lease for TMH to operate as an academic health center that will expand specialty care. Tallahassee Democrat
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ FSU’s Remote Area Medical team launched free healthcare services at Rickards High School — providing medical, dental and vision care without ID or insurance starting at 6:00 a.m. today. The temporary clinic, planned over the past year by a team from Tennessee, aims to ease long wait times. ABC 27
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local pool player Sunil (Sunny) Patel held an exhibition match Saturday at Zingales Sports Bar and Grill to raise funds as he prepares for the APA Wheelchair Championship in Las Vegas next month. WCTV
- ➤ Tallahassee State men’s basketball finished a strong season without a state tournament spot because selection rules favored teams from a neighboring conference — Athletic Director Chuck Moore said change is coming to give the best teams a fair shot at national play as talks on expanding the NJCAA field move forward. WCTV
- ➤ Myles Bailey hit two home runs and Brayden Dowd blasted a grand slam on Saturday, March 21 at Dick Howser Stadium (home field) to tie the series with NC State in an 11-5 win. Today at 1 p.m. FSU will face NC State in a rubber match. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ FSU softball defeated Cal 9-0 Saturday to extend its 16-game win streak— the team will seek a sweep in Sunday's game at Seminole Softball Complex. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Former FSU standout Ernie Sims was promoted to linebacker coach and is mentoring new players during spring practice to build a stronger culture and improve ball production ahead of fall games at Doak Campbell. Tallahassee Democrat
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4th International Smoke Symposium
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Tall Timbers Research Station — Check website for fees — Engage with leading experts at the forefront of smoke research and its implications.
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Jazz on the Green
6-10 p.m. — The Hub at Feather Oaks — Cost TBD — Unwind under the stars with smooth jazz, elegant ambiance, and community impact.
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Springtime Tallahassee Festival
5:30 PM – 5:00 PM — Tallahassee Downtown Improvement Authority — Cost info not provided — Celebrate spring with a vibrant music festival featuring national entertainment acts.
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Springtime 10K/5K/1 Mile Race
11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. — 605 Suwannee St, Tallahassee, FL — Registration fees vary — Participate in a fun-filled race event this spring with options for all fitness levels.
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ServSafe Certification Class with Same-Day Exam in Spanish
4 hours — Hilton Garden Inn Tallahassee — From $159 — Fast-track your food manager certification with expert instruction and instant results.
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Get Your FreeCon: The Official FreeCon Afterparty
9:30 PM – 2:00 AM — Florida State University Student Union — Free entry — Celebrate at the official afterparty of Tallahassee's premier anime and gaming convention.
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Florida Gators vs. Florida State Seminoles Baseball
6-9 p.m. — Dick Howser Stadium — VIP tickets available — Experience an exciting college baseball rivalry with premium seating options.
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Movies in the Park: 13 Going on 30
8-10 p.m. — Kleman Plaza — Free admission — Enjoy a nostalgic movie night under the stars in downtown Tallahassee.
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CCA 2026 Big Bend Chapter Banquet & Auction
6-10 p.m. — Tallahassee Automobile Museum — Supports marine resources — Gather for dinner, drinks, and exciting auction items to benefit Florida's ecosystem.
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Pete Holmes Live
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Moon — Tickets from $154 — Experience the hilarious live performance of Pete Holmes.
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~ Tony Robbins
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