Good morning, Tallahassee.

Elder Care Services is hosting Best Friends Bistro on May 8th at 11am at Goodwood Musuem Carriage House—letting seniors from Elder Day Stay serve lunch and build friendships to ease dementia stigma.

Data from the Tallahassee Police Department for the first four months of 2025 shows that overall crime dropped 37.2% from last year, with property crimes down 40.6%, violent incidents down 30.1%, and fatal shootings falling from 11 to 8, while auto thefts and burglaries in April rose roughly 30% compared to January through March—though they remain lower year-to-date.

Leon County Commissioner Bill Proctor will host a town hall today at Bethel AME Church from 6:30—8 p.m. to discuss FAMU’s search for a new president amid community concerns over finalist Marva Johnson’s qualifications.

The meeting will give residents a chance to ask questions about the process and the upcoming campus visits scheduled for May 12—15.

State lawmakers are studying ways to ease property taxes using a 37-member committee that reviewed five options last week—none of which will change the school tax—and they plan to propose a constitutional amendment in the next legislative session.

Judge Dawn Caloca-Johnson, 61, died last Sunday in a car crash near Cape San Blas after privately battling cancer.

She served nearly 25 years on the Second Judicial Circuit and was remembered for her fairness and compassion in court—qualities that deeply affected local families.

Leon County Government hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday to open a new two-acre dog park at Apalachee Regional Park—this park offers a dog agility course, separate play areas for large and small dogs, wash stations, and shaded areas and is open daily from sunrise until sunset.

The Lafayette Hornet baseball team advanced to the state Final Four after defeating Union County 2 to 1 to sweep the region championship in the FHSAA rural classification (series sweep 2 to 0).

Pharaohs of Funk Concert

7-9 p.m. — TheStudio — $25 — Experience high-energy funk with powerful horn melodies and soulful vocals from the Pharaohs of Funk.

Southeast Qualifier Bike Polo Tournament

9 AM – 8 PM — Laverne F. Payne Basketball Court — Registration details available — Compete in this exciting bike polo tournament and showcase your skills.

Mother's Day Brunch 2025

11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Eve on Adams — Reservations required — Treat Mom to a decadent brunch with stunning city views.

Saylor Dollar Duo Performance

8-11 p.m. — Blue Tavern — Free entry — Enjoy originals and favorite covers performed by the Saylor Dollar Duo.

Lunch with the Doctor: Understanding Stroke

11 a.m. — Tallahassee Senior Center — $5 suggested donation for lunch — Learn about stroke recognition, prevention, and current treatments from a local neurologist during this informative session.

Bingo Night

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Hangar 38 — Enjoy great food and tunes — Test your knowledge at this fun bingo event with friends.

Tallahassee Career Fair

9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Tallahassee — Free entry — Connect with top employers across various industries and enhance your career prospects.

Local Band Showcase

9-11 p.m. — 926 Bar & Grill — $10 over 21, $12 under 21 — Enjoy a night of local music featuring BITE MARKS, BANQUET, and BACKWARDS DRIVING!

Open Farm Fun Day

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Redemptive Love Farm — Tickets sold at the farm — Experience a day with farm animals and outdoor fun for all ages.

Lauren Daigle Concert

7 PM – 1 AM — Ruby Diamond Concert Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of two-time GRAMMY winner Lauren Daigle live in concert.