Good morning, Tallahassee.

The annual Tallahassee Food Challenge—organized by local marketer Brien Sorne—is set to support ECHO by raising funds for food assistance in Leon, Gadsden, Wakulla, Jefferson and Liberty counties.

Local advertisers are donating parts of their promotional budgets to generate thousands of dollars for the program.

On May 29, dozens of law enforcement officers raided sites near CollegeTown and Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee in an illegal immigration crackdown with agents from the Florida Highway Patrol & Homeland Security Investigations detaining people from multiple countries.

On May 29, Tallahassee police conducted an apparent illegal immigration raid near +CollegeTown+ as the investigation remains open.

Katee Tully, a key figure in Tallahassee's arts scene who started the Word Garden, will move in June to San Miguel de Allende, Mexico—she said the election has drained her creative energy.

FAMU’s Foundation board will meet today at 2 p.m. via Zoom and in person in Frisco, Texas to vote on President Marva Johnson’s compensation package, where she—the new president—has requested a $750,000 salary that covers base pay and bonuses.

Critics have raised concerns over the university’s ability to fund the high pay amid existing financial commitments.

Florida A&M football has secured a commitment from quarterback Jett Peddy (who threw 2,706 yards and 23 touchdowns last season) as he joins the Rattlers' mix of new and returning quarterbacks.

Peddy, a Torrance, California native who visited campus recently, will prepare for the season-opening game against Howard on August 30.

Professional and amateur water skiers head to Quincy today for the S-Lines Lake 38 Pro Am event where amateurs compete today and pros ski on Saturday and Sunday—local water skier Carter Eaton is chasing his dream of becoming a pro after growing up skiing in Alaska.

ISB Convention 2025

June 2-7 — Florida State University — Registration required — The largest gathering of double bassists returns to inspire and connect musicians worldwide.

Ken Ludwig's Lend Me A Soprano

8:00 – 10:30 PM — Theatre Tallahassee — Tickets required — A madcap screwball comedy set in the 1930s with world-class talent and laughs.

EDXN Fest 2025

4-8 p.m. — Cascades Park — Free entry — Experience a heavenly blend of music and performances with live Christian rappers and soulful worship.

20th Annual Tomato Feastival

1-6 p.m. — Goodwood Museum & Gardens — Supports local farms — Enjoy a day of food, music, games, and the best local tomatoes.

Songwriters in the Round

8-10:30 p.m. — Blue Tavern — $10 — Embark on a musical journey with top Tallahassee songwriters Elizabeth Fravel, Christopher Ash, and Doc Russell.

Saturday Night Bikes and Trikes

7-10 p.m. — The Getaway Grille and Bar — Free entry — Enjoy a night of good food, cold drinks, and live music with Queen of Hearts Band.

R&B Wednesday Night at Crafty Crab

8 p.m. - 12 a.m. — Crafty Crab Capital Circle — VIP seating available — Enjoy an evening of R&B vibes, seafood, and drink specials at Tallahassee's newest adult hot spot.

Big Al and the Heavyweights Concert

8 PM–12 AM — House of Music Tallahassee — Ticket prices vary — Experience a musical gumbo of Cajun, Zydeco, Blues, and Rock that promises to delight all attendees.

Creator Summit

4-7 p.m. — Pedro's Tacos & Tequila Bar — Register online for tickets — Explore the latest trends in digital media while networking with industry leaders.

Local Band Showcase: Cloud Storage

7 PM – 1 AM — The Bark — All Ages — Enjoy a night of local tunes featuring Cloud Storage and more.