Good morning, Tallahassee.

Elder Care Services of the Big Bend will host the Best Friends Bistro luncheon on Thursday, May 14, at 11 a.m. at the Goodwood Museum Carriage House to help seniors with dementia reconnect with the community.

PGA Hall of Famer Dennis Walters returned Monday to Southwood Golf Club to share his inspiring story of perseverance after a life-changing golf cart accident — he motivated local youth and others to chase their dreams despite setbacks.

FAMU’s Board of Trustees formed a special committee to boost FAMU DRS grade from C to A.

The group will meet 4 p.m. today (via Zoom) to review student performance, recruitment, and funding strategies at the Orange Avenue campus.

FAMU graduate Oloyede ended his school year by signing a big brand deal and performing with the cast of ‘Sinners’ at the Oscars ceremony after breaking barriers with his band last year.

The Leon County School Board is reviewing contracts with Caissa K-12 to recover lost students & TPG Cultural Exchange to recruit international teachers while also considering a property tax measure to boost teacher pay & school programs amid budget pressures.

Florida lawmakers return to Tallahassee tomorrow for a special session to finalize a state budget that may leave major school projects unfunded.

Proposals include over $50 million for Wakulla High School, $26 million for a new K-8 campus, and nearly $92 million for the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering.

Florida schools are nearing the end of the 2025-2026 year with Leon County students set to finish on May 22 and most returning on Aug.

10; other counties will close between May 21 and June 4.

FSU and FAMU-FSU researchers found that a new qubit made by trapping electrons on solid neon is up to 10,000 times less noisy than traditional designs+ it remains stable at higher temperatures, a breakthrough that could pave the way for robust quantum devices in our growing hub.

Private and state crews in Lafayette County are battling the South Canal wildfire that burned 2,200 acres and is 59% contained (with 138 firefighters working) as light winds may bring smoke into Branford and Midway and affect drivers along the US-27 and State Road-20 corridor.

Tallahassee officials are offering free hurricane preparedness workshops to help families get ready for the season starting June 1.

The Tuesday sessions begin today at ALARM International Church + continue on May 26 at Jake Gaither Community Center and June 16 at St. Peter’s, each featuring a youth program.

Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Florida will offer an extended red snapper fishing season in 2026 with 140 Gulf days and 39 Atlantic days starting May 22, under a state-driven management plan (approved by the feds) to boost angler access and coastal economies.

FSU softball will host the Tallahassee regional at JoAnne Graf Field from Friday, May 15 to Sunday, May 17 — fans can buy tickets on Seminoles.com/tickets or StubHub to watch NCAA action on ESPNU.

FAMU baseball's Jackson McKenzie was named a semifinalist for the College Baseball Foundation's John Olerud Two-Way Player of the Year Award, recognizing his skills as both a pitcher and hitter.

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.

Benefits After Hours: Maximize Your CHP Plan

4:30-5:30 p.m. — Governor’s Square — Free for members — Learn to optimize your health plan benefits in this informative workshop.