Good morning, Tallahassee.

At Elder Care Services, the senior food pantry faces shortages as demand jumped 56% from last year due to rising living costs, forcing seniors to choose between food, medication or rent (donations are accepted at 2518 West Tennessee Street).

Grey Memorial United Methodist Church joined with Big Bend Continuum of Care on Sunday to pack 1,000 shelf-stable lunches for people experiencing homelessness.

The meals will be stored and handed out over the next few weeks in Tallahassee.

Tracie Hodge is featured among Tallahassee’s 25 Women You Need to Know for 2026 due to her leadership in nonprofit accounting at Big Bend Cares, Inc.—a role supporting services for children and families.

Comedian Bert Kreischer will bring his Permission to Party World Tour to the Tucker Civic Center on Sunday, Sept.

13. Tickets cost between $48 and $208 and went on sale online and at the box office on April 10.

WCTV earned over 20 statewide journalism awards — including Station of the Year — at the Florida Association of Broadcast Journalists event on Saturday, Apr.

11. The achievement highlights excellence in local broadcast journalism.

Today, the Oasis Center honored trailblazer Oluwamodupe Oloyede for her bold leadership in performing arts—from her start as the first female Head Drum Major at Southwest DeKalb High School to national recognition at Florida A&M University.

The event celebrated her achievements & marked her as a community inspiration.

Gadsden County has imposed a county-wide burn ban due to ongoing drought conditions (per county emergency management) and urges residents to comply with new guidelines.

Guthrie's won Tallahassee's March Madness Chicken Spot Challenge by earning 50% of the vote against Lindy's Chicken, which received 49% in the tight final round last week.

The competition started on March 16 and held four voting rounds to crown the city's top chicken spot.

Local basketball star Tonie Morgan expressed optimism about the upcoming WNBA Draft in a pre-draft interview on Monday night.

The Tallahassee native, who started 131 games for college teams (Georgia Tech and Kentucky), said she is hopeful to hear her name called.

Florida A&M baseball won its road series against Jackson State with a 23-8 run-rule win at Braddy Field on Sunday, April 12.

The Rattlers scored 14 runs in the sixth inning and now tie for first in the SWAC as they head to play North Florida in Jacksonville on Tuesday, April 14.

Florida State baseball lost its three-game series to Georgia Tech on April 11, dropping into a four-game losing streak as offense struggled; the team now returns home on April 14 with series against Stetson and Notre Dame set to test its rebound.

No. 9 FSU lost 6-5 to No. 23 Stanford on a walk-off hit in eight innings yesterday.

The Seminoles will host North Carolina next weekend (first pitch at 6 p.m.).

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.

Gladiator Challenge

12 – 4 PM — Christ Classical Academy — Entry fee may apply — A family adventure race with fun obstacles for all ages.

Tails & Trails Half Marathon

7-11 a.m. — J. R. Alford Greenway — $40 — Participate in a scenic half marathon winding through the lush Greenway and surrounding trails.

Mother's Day Brunch

11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. — Eve on Adams — Cost varies — Delight in a rooftop brunch with mimosas and stunning city views to celebrate Mom.