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Tallahassee
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ FSU doctoral candidate Christell Victoria Roach earned a $30,000 YoungArts fellowship to fund OTOWN — an augmented-reality app mapping historic neighborhoods. The project now includes a 'South of Monroe' exhibit near FAMU's campus in Tallahassee. Florida State University
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ According to AAA, Florida gas prices jumped 21 cents in two days, rising from $3.941 on April 27 to $4.153 on April 29, and motorists may use apps (such as GasBuddy) to check for cheaper fuel locally. Tallahassee Democrat
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Leon County School Board nears a vote on a property tax measure—funding teacher salaries—set for the November ballot if approved. The board must send the resolution by end-June; the tax is expected to raise $26 million annually and cost homeowners about $200 to $300 yearly. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ ReliaQuest + FSU announced a new AI and cybersecurity partnership today to launch an annual innovation challenge that will connect faculty and students with industry mentors and real data to solve complex security issues. Florida State University
- ➤ Cameron Glymph, editor-in-chief of FSU's FSView — a campus news source — celebrated her senior sendoff yesterday and reflected on four years of community reporting before heading to MIT’s Graduate Program in Science Writing this Fall. FSU News
- ➤ Graduations for Tall State, FSU and FAMU start today and run until Saturday. Tall State students meet at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center at 6:00 p.m. today — FSU and FAMU celebrations occur later at the Civic and Alfred Lawson Multipurpose Centers, with a $10 parking fee. ABC 27
- ➤ FSU senior Denise Perez reflects on her four years as Views editor and celebrates her upcoming sendoff at the end of this week. She credits strong friendships and hard lessons for shaping her college journey — a milestone that prepares her for future challenges. FSU News
- ➤ Gus Wilson, a graduating senior from FSU, reflected on his sports writing journey after transferring from Auburn and finding his voice at FSView during his senior sendoff. He will intern with the National Journalism Center in Washington & D.C. this summer. FSU News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida High Seminoles won 30-6 over West Nassau on Apr. 28 by scoring early touchdowns and advancing to the regional semi-finals - they will host Destin at home on May 4. Tallahassee Reports
- ➤ FSU baseball beat South Florida 9-1 at Dick Howser Stadium on April 29, with Brody DeLamielleure hitting three RBIs including a 427-foot solo home run. The Seminoles will face Pitt in a series starting Friday at their home field. Tallahassee Democrat
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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.
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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.
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Texas Southern Tigers vs. Florida A&M Rattlers Baseball
1-2 p.m. — Moore-Kittles Field — Secure your seats now — Feel the thrill of college baseball as the Texas Southern Tigers take on the Florida A&M Rattlers!
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Texas Southern Tigers vs. Florida A&M Rattlers Baseball
1-2 p.m. — Moore-Kittles Field — Secure your seats — Experience the excitement as Texas Southern takes on Florida A&M in an action-packed baseball game.
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MenWalking in Tallahassee
9:00 – 10:30 a.m. — J. R. Alford Greenway — Free entry — Connect with other men while enjoying a refreshing walk outdoors.
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Moth Madness
10-11 a.m. — Native Nurseries — $5.00 fee — Explore the nocturnal world of moths and learn how to create welcoming spaces for them.
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~ Thomas Jefferson
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