Good morning, Tallahassee.

Family Promise of the Big Bend in Tallahassee received a $28,400 donation on Tuesday from 100 Women Who Care Tallahassee (the group selects three nonprofits quarterly) to support shelter and services for homeless families.

The funding helps provide meals, counseling, and job assistance.

The Tallahassee Fire Department announced Monday that Engineer Charles (Chuck) Droessler, who served nearly 11 years, died after a medical emergency.

A 36-mile land grant given to Marquis de Lafayette after the Revolution helped shape Tallahassee’s growth and identity, leaving a lasting mark on the community.

Historians note the grant influenced local development over the years.

2025-26 data shows Leon County Schools employs 211 administrators and 415 support staff, outnumbering similar districts; a recent school board meeting approved a $1 mil property tax increase on the November ballot and scheduled a workshop to address staffing concerns (raising budget questions).

FHSAA and Florida lawmakers have announced new rules that require non-traditional student-athletes to play within their resident county, while players who transferred before spring football practice (if rostered for 2025-26) can stay at their current schools; penalties for transfers after spring will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

A 6.1 earthquake off Cuba was felt across Florida on June 8, and residents in areas from the peninsula to the Panhandle experienced shaking.

The USGS forecast indicated high odds for minor aftershocks in the coming week, so locals were advised to drop, cover (and hold on) if tremors occur.

TMH Day supports critical services & programs at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital to strengthen local health care for the community.

Florida officials enacted emergency rules to fight the New World screwworm—a flesh-eating pest threatening livestock following reported infections in Texas and New Mexico—and urged veterinarians and pet owners to monitor animals as containment efforts await increased sterile fly production next year.

A Minnesota-based developer bought a 1.66-acre lot on Thomasville Road for Northside Shoppes yesterday for $2.9 million, with plans to build a 100,000 sqft self-storage facility.

Future retail outparcels and drive-through options may be added to the 260-acre Northampton PUD.

Tallahassee sports bars + restaurants are preparing World Cup 2026 specials with drink deals, special menus and collectible merchandise as the tournament begins tomorrow and runs until July 19.

Fans can enjoy multiple local venues offering unique promotions to catch every match.

Florida State football has landed a commitment from 4-star wide receiver Sean Green from Camden County — he becomes the 10th recruit for the Class of 2027.

The FHSAA board approved an eight-team Open Division for 11 sports starting fall in the 2026-27 season.

Teams will be chosen solely based on MaxPreps rankings and divided into two pools for a round-robin tournament (each team receiving at least one home game).

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.

Tally Contra Dance

7:15-10 p.m. — Tallahassee Senior Center — $10 Adults, $9 Seniors, $6 Students, Free for Kids under 12 — Experience the energetic and welcoming world of contra dancing with live music and beginner lessons.