Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of June.
Good morning, Tallahassee.
Leon County’s Full Summer snack pack-a-thon provided extra food for kids relying on free school meals at Godby High School on Saturday, June 6.
Community groups packed thousands of snack bags and raised $49,133.16 for Second Harvest & the School District’s food outreach.
More than a thousand people gathered today at the 21st annual Tomato Feastival in Tallahassee to support local farms, enjoying live music, tomato contests, local beer, and tomato sandwiches.
Katie Harris from the Red Hills Small Farm Alliance said the event helps keep money in the community.
Local musicians performed at Lake Ella American Legion over the weekend to raise funds for St. Francis Wildlife’s plan to build a 100-foot long flight enclosure that will help injured eagles relearn to fly.
Construction will begin in the fall as the birds’ natural habitat continues to shrink.
Local record collector Lee Folmar is sharing his prized vinyl collection of over 3,000 records, offering local music fans an exclusive look at decades of musical history.
The National Hurricane Center downgraded Tropical Storm Amanda to a depression Sunday, and forecasters are watching a Gulf system+ that may bring tropical weather to Florida through mid-June.
Florida has enacted emergency rules to restrict warm-blooded animal imports from infested zones to protect livestock after cases emerged in Texas.
The rules — effective until June 10 — require certificates and inspections for animals from high-risk areas.
Ronnie Harrison returned to Florida High to host his sixth annual football camp for over 100 local kids, engaging them in drills and exercises.
The event underscored his commitment to developing local talent.
Yesterday, Tallahassee SC secured a tie (1 to 1) against Pensacola FC after a 90th-minute goal, while Valdosta FC fell (4 to 1) to Inter-United as their offense struggled.
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.
35th Annual Tallahassee Model Railroad Show & Sale
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Sat), 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. (Sun) — North Florida Fair — Free entry — Explore over 40 vendors showcasing model trains and accessories for enthusiasts of all ages.
ServSafe Certification Class in Spanish
Fast-track your ServSafe certification — 4-hour class + exam — Hilton Garden Inn Tallahassee — From $159 — Gain your 5-year certification in one day with expert instruction and instant results.
Steve Sternberg Piano Performance
10 AM – 2 PM — Seven Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center — Free entry — Experience the captivating musical journey with pianist Steve Sternberg's energetic and playful compositions.
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