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Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The American Red Cross in Big Bend is calling for volunteers to help local communities prepare for and recover from storms as hurricane season begins today & they expect helpers to support safety efforts across the area. WCTV
- ➤ Local nonprofit Dare to Dream Young Girls Network helped girls host cooking and yoga classes for their peers—also holding spa events to share new skills. WCTV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On June 2, Governors Square Mall closed when a water pipe broke in its parking lot and a repair crew began work, while a JCPenney sign explained the closure (repairs continue into today). Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ A water main break caused Governor's Square Mall to remain closed Monday as crews worked to repair a sinkhole in the parking lot — a security guard said the mall might reopen later that day while Dillard’s stayed open on its own water system. Tallahassee Democrat
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Leon County man Demontarivous Robinson, 32, was convicted on May 30 for a 2022 home invasion at his ex-girlfriend’s home when he held her boyfriend at gunpoint at 6:30 a.m. on March 17 and was found guilty on five felony counts involving firearms, including home invasion robbery & kidnapping to facilitate a felony with a firearm, with charges for armed carjacking, armed robbery & possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Tallahassee Democrat
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ FSU College of Music is hosting the International Society of Bassists Convention from June2 to 7—marking the event’s first visit to the Southeast and drawing bass experts and music fans to Tallahassee. More than 1,000 attendees will join masterclasses, concerts and lectures at Ruby Diamond Concert Hall—showcasing a range of bass styles and education. Florida State University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ House Speaker Daniel Perez and Senate President Ben Albritton reached a budget framework agreement Friday that clears the way for conference committees to meet Tuesday to hammer out spending details for a new fiscal year starting July 1—this plan includes $900 million in tax cuts from ending a commercial lease tax, $350 million in permanent sales tax exemptions for families, $250 million for debt reduction, and $750 million for a rainy-day fund—pending final legislative approval. Tallahassee Reports
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Beginning July 1, Florida State University’s College of Medicine will sponsor four residency programs at Ascension Sacred Heart hospitals in Northwest Florida. The programs for internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, and family medicine offer 90 spots and will expand to meet the state’s doctor shortage. Florida State University
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Local Band Showcase: Cloud Storage
7 PM – 1 AM — The Bark — All Ages — Enjoy a night of local tunes featuring Cloud Storage and more.
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An Afternoon with Ralph Roddenberry
2 p.m. — The Sound Bar — $10 Cover — Experience the debut performance of Ralph Roddenberry at The Sound Bar.
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