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Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the tenth annual PBJ PLZ! donation drive kicked off in the WCTV studio when anchor Julie Montanaro joined Lanetra Bennett and Rob Nucatola in a sandwich-making contest to launch the fundraising campaign. WCTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Residents can join a variety of Easter events such as egg hunts, brunches and animal encounters this weekend in Big Bend and South Georgia, with activities scheduled on April 4 and April 5 at community farms, churches and parks. ABC 27
- ➤ Today, Tallahassee kicks off First Friday as the FSU Flying High Circus launches 'Tall Tales' at 7 p.m. in its new big top tent while a 20th-anniversary roller derby match is set for tomorrow at FAMU and free Easter egg hunts and a chess fest round out the weekend. Tallahassee Democrat
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Florida State University will celebrate its graduate and professional students during a weeklong appreciation event from April 6 to April 10 at various campus locations (featuring financial workshops, research panels and art showcases) to honor their contributions and support future success. Florida State University
- ➤ Leon County Schools cut $7.8M from its $647M budget for the upcoming school year, approved on April 2 (to address declining enrollment and voucher effects) and impacting staffing, arts, and athletics while officials await possible state funding increases after July 1. WFSU Public Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ With 4/20 approaching, Florida still bans recreational marijuana while allowing medical marijuana for residents with qualifying conditions and a state-issued ID card; voters did not meet the required threshold for legal recreational use, so enforcement remains under current law. Tallahassee Democrat
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Florida State University's professor Antonio Terracciano (whose 2023 study linked loneliness with a 37% higher risk of Parkinson’s disease) is available for interviews during Parkinson’s Awareness Month. Media may contact him by email at [email protected] to learn how social connections can benefit brain health. Florida State University
- ➤ FSU CHAW has expanded its vaping prevention efforts on campus with a $20,000 grant (from Truth Initiative) to fund programs that train peer educators and hold presentations on vaping risks and health. The initiative supports student education and healthier choices. FSU News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Club members voted on Monday to let a new private investor group negotiate a $30 million improvement plan at Capital City Country Club amid concerns over a historic memorial site — with deed restrictions still in place. Investors will work with the board to protect the site while upgrading facilities. ABC 27
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida State softball outfielder Kennedy Harp, named 'Nole of the Week by FSView, returned from a 2025 leg injury & helped her team open a series against Notre Dame at JoAnn Graf Field on April 2 at 6 p.m. FSU News
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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