Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of May.
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🏘️ Community
Hikers celebrated finishing a 1500-mile walk from Key West at a downtown block party on Friday afternoon despite rain.
The event honored supporters of Lauren's Kids, an anti-child abuse organization led by Lauren Book, with local groups such as the Leon Children's Services Council participating.
💼 Business
The Florida SBDC at FAMU will host the 43rd Annual Big Bend Regional Small Business Week from May 5—7, offering free consulting and training to local entrepreneurs after helping launch 55 new businesses and support over 1,700 jobs in 2025.
🌲 Environment
Hurricane Preparedness Week (May 3-9) gives local residents clear tips to check their flood zones and evacuation letters as a first step for the coming hurricane season; the National Hurricane Center and National Weather Service offer online tools to help determine specific risks.
🏈 Sports
Yesterday, FSU rallied past Pittsburgh 6-4 at Dick Howser Stadium after coach Link Jarrett was ejected in the fifth inning, sparking a comeback as the team scored three runs in the sixth inning.
The win completed FSU's sixth series sweep and set up an ACC series at Clemson starting Friday.
Lincoln baseball beat Chiles 8-4 on Sunday, May 3 to clinch the best-of-three Class 5A-Region 1 semifinal series; the team will face the winner of the Niceville and Mosley game scheduled for May 8 to May 9 in the regional finals.
FSU softball clinched the ACC regular-season title with an 8-0 win over Boston College on May 3, 2026.
The Seminoles completed a series sweep by scoring eight runs to secure the title ahead of their postseason run.
FAMU baseball was swept in a three-game series by Grambling State, dropping the Rattlers from first to sixth in SWAC standings.
The team will try to rebound when they face Alabama A&M starting Friday, May 8 (their next chance to boost their ranking).
🎉 Tallahassee Events
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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.
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!
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.
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.
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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