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Friday, March 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ LeMoyne Arts opened the 38th Mahaska Whitley Student Exhibition on March 6, where 129 young artists from Leon County showed a range of art to nearly 300 local visitors. The exhibit at LeMoyne Arts Gallery runs until April 5—featuring award winners with $7,100 in scholarships and gift cards for art supplies. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Former FSU coach Sue Semrau is building a team by uniting nonprofits & churches with local groups around the Big Bend to fight homelessness in Tallahassee. Leon County Commissioner Brian Welch said local leaders must provide safe housing and targeted services to help those in need. WFSU
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Starting April 8, Florida Mega Millions tickets will cost $5 and include a built-in multiplier that boosts non-jackpot prizes by 2X to 10X—jackpots will reset at $50 million and grow faster with improved odds. The final drawing for the current game is on April 4, and tickets bought before that will pay according to the old rules. Tallahassee Democrat
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the North Florida Wildlife Center in Lamont received nearly 30 straw-colored fruit bats from the Jacksonville Zoo and director Ryan Reines said the bats are threatened in the wild. Visitors can learn about the colony as the center welcomes guests Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. WCTV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tallahassee International Airport will receive a $2 million grant from the Florida Department of Transportation for a new 40,000-square-foot International Processing Facility that will include a U.S. Customs and Border Protection approved port-of-entry for both commercial air and general aviation. The City Commission approved the matching grant, and the new terminal will support international flights and freight while helping to create over 1,600 jobs. ABC 27
- ➤ House Speaker Daniel Perez said Wednesday he plans to lower the state’s sales-tax rate from 6% to 5.25% permanently—he directed Ways & Means Chairman Wyman Duggan to draft a bill next week. Perez tied the tax cut proposal to measures to reduce state spending—recently, the House unanimously overrode four of Governor DeSantis’ budget vetoes. Tallahassee Reports
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida State freshman pitcher Jazzy Francik builds strong confidence through her lifelong softball experience and guidance by coach Lonni Alameda as she competes this season. She has registered 48 strikeouts in 21 games and earned five saves, showing steady growth in her early career. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Florida A&M baseball holds a record of five wins and one loss in the SWAC and is tied for first after series wins over Arkansas Pine Bluff and Alabama State, with strong defense and a pitching staff led by Caleb Granger, who has a 2.03 ERA, driving the early success. They will host Prairie View A&M in a three game series starting today at 4:00 p.m. at Moore Kittles Field. Tallahassee Democrat
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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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The Casualties EP Release Show
9-11:30 p.m. — 926 Bar & Grill — $10 over 21, $12 under 21 — Celebrate local music with The Casualties and special guests Palace Rats and The Yeah Babys.
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Coolbreeze Art & Smooth Jazz Festival: Sankofa Concert
4:30-6:30 p.m. — Cascades Park — Free entry for ages 9-18 — Enjoy an evening of jazz fusion and art with award-winning musicians.
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Virginia at Florida State Baseball Game
6-10 p.m. — Dick Howser Stadium — Stream live for $84.99/mo — Catch the thrilling college baseball matchup between Virginia and Florida State.
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Local Bands Showcase: Housing Cows and Friends
8:30-11:30 p.m. — The Bark — $10 cover — Enjoy an eclectic mix of local talent featuring Housing Cows, NPC Luv, Solomon Hill, and The Village Idiots.
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25th Annual Chain of Parks Art Festival
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Tallahassee Chain of Parks — Free entry — Celebrate 25 years of art with local artists and vibrant exhibits in downtown Tallahassee.
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