Good morning, Tallahassee.

Over 35,000 pounds of shelf stable food is arriving at Second Harvest’s warehouse in Big Bend to feed more than 1,400 people as summer hunger rises, and the donation comes from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as part of a nationwide campaign.

Local leaders say the delivery is vital to support families facing increased grocery costs this season.

Before beginning spring digging projects today, Tallahassee homeowners and contractors must call 811 to mark underground utility lines; nearly 35,000 damages were reported last year statewide, leading to service outages plus costly repairs if precautions are not taken.

Sprouts Farmers Market is set to open in Tallahassee soon at Lafayette Place, 3111 Mahan Drive, replacing the former Big Lots space.

The store will offer natural, organic, and gluten-free groceries to boost local healthy food options.

Local music lovers can enjoy a weekend of shows including the Florida Folk Festival (May 22-24 on the Suwannee River), a Bob Dylan Birthday Bash on May 23 at American Legion Hall, and a return performance at Bird's Shack this evening.

More local venues also offer a variety of events.

A new study rated Florida schools last for reading growth, noting a drop in Leon County scores and high absenteeism.

The Florida Department of Education disputes the findings & points to improvements in Grade 4 reading.

Leon County School Board leads the state in assistant principal positions for 2024/25 by employing 88 assistant principals for one per 340.8 students compared to the state average of one per 486.6 students (a 27% surplus over the norm).

NOAA predicted a below-normal Atlantic hurricane season with 8–14 named storms, 3–6 hurricanes and 1–3 major hurricanes, and officials advised Tallahassee residents to review their hurricane preparedness plans as the season begins on June 1.

The National Hurricane Center’s tropical outlook showed no significant disturbance in the Atlantic basin ahead of hurricane season starting June 1, and NOAA released its season forecast yesterday + experts note minimal chances for early tropical development.

Florida State University and the National MagLab in Tallahassee are testing soil microbes from around the world to find new antibacterial drugs for drug-resistant bacteria using microfluidics and mass spectrometry in an international research effort funded by major foundations.

The Lincoln baseball team won the Class 5A state championship on Wednesday and returned home, where seniors expressed pride as they reflected on ending their high school careers as champs.

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.

Real Madrid Foundation Soccer Camp in Tallahassee

8 a.m. - 2 p.m. — FSU Rec Sportsplex — Registration required — Enhance your soccer skills with Real Madrid's professional coaching and core values.

2026 AI Innovations Summit

12-5 p.m. — Tallahassee State College — $75 — Explore the transformative power of AI in work and education through expert discussions and hands-on sessions.

Twilight Concert Featuring Saylor Dollar

6-8 p.m. — Burned Beard Brewing — $20.00 — Experience the harmonious original Americana tunes of the husband-and-wife duo from Tallahassee.

Alzheimer's Disease Education & Training Conference

9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Florida State University College of Medicine — Free entry — Attend this full-day conference for caregivers to gain valuable insights and resources for managing cognitive decline.