Good morning, Tallahassee.

Wakulla High School's War Eagle band raised enough funds in October, with help from boosters, students, and the school district, to purchase 200 new uniforms.

The group bought jackets and bibbers and will add shakos and gauntlets (to complete the look) for the next season.

The Florida Board of Governors voted to remove Introduction to Sociology from the required core curriculum so it will now be an elective.

The decision came after months of debate over a state-edited textbook and academic freedom concerns among college faculty.

A specialized contractor discovered low-level radiation contamination in confined systems at the Dittmer Lab building on March 30 during fall renovations at FSU.

The campus has kept the building closed and access limited to trained staff & authorized contractors.

Leon County government reported record tourist development tax collections for February at $821,622, which marks a 24% increase over last year + visitors spent $19.6M on lodging as the county gears up for a busy spring tourism season.

Florida will ban SNAP recipients from using benefits to buy soda, energy drinks, candy and prepared desserts starting April 20 to encourage healthier food choices.

The USDA approved a two-year waiver that requires tracking food purchases until Dec. 31.

Florida State football held its Pro Day on March 27 at FSU in Tallahassee where 17 Seminoles ran drills for NFL scouts from all 32 teams.

NFL hopefuls Darrell Jackson and Jerry Wilson led the session ahead of the NFL Draft starting April 23.

High school baseball & softball teams face a busy schedule from March 30 to April 4 across Big Bend as local teams compete in rival games and cross-county showdowns.

Florida State beat Duke 12-11 in a series at Dick Howser Stadium on March 30, but lost star first baseman Myles Bailey to a season-ending injury (after a sliding incident).

The team is now 21-6 and will face Stetson at 6:30 p.m. today in DeLand.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Pete Holmes Live

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Moon — Tickets from $154 — Experience the hilarious live performance of Pete Holmes.

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Pre Show Party

8:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. — Donald L. Tucker Civic Center — Special kids pricing available — Experience the ultimate monster truck show featuring exciting new stunts and a Pre-Show Party with meet and greets.

TRE (Trauma/Tension Releasing Exercises) Workshop

6-7:30 p.m. — Abundance Wellness Center — Cost not specified — Discover methods to relieve stress and trauma through gentle exercises in a supportive environment.

Tallahassee Regional 2026

Apr 15-18 — Alfred Lawson Jr. Multipurpose Center — Admission varies — Witness an exciting showcase of robotics innovation at this FIRST Robotics Competition.

Sol Ties - A Love Jones Vibe

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Lobby Event Center — Experience a night of smooth R&B vibes and live performances in an intimate setting.

TMH Golden Gala 2026

5:30-11:30 p.m. — Donald L. Tucker Civic Center — Admission varies — Experience a night with Grammy-nominated Teddy Swims supporting behavioral health services in the community.