Good morning, Tallahassee.

Ralph Haben, the former Speaker of the Florida House, died peacefully June 13 at 84 and is remembered for his long career in law and public service.

His family will soon announce a Celebration of Life to honor his legacy.

Tallahassee Police joined residents at the Light Up the Night Orange event on Monday, June 15 to promote responsible gun storage and help reduce firearm theft.

Hosted by Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, the gathering emphasized the community's role in preventing violence.

Tallahassee Urban League is hosting Empowerment Week in the 32304 neighborhood to offer job opportunities, health resources, and community networking.

Events include a health and wellness day on Monday at its building and a job fair held today from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. & more later this week.

Tallahassee youth say more teen-focused spaces are needed to reduce violence and build purpose.

FSU alum Larry Harper and senior Melody King stressed that expanding entrepreneurship and community programs will help guide youth toward positive choices.

Local shop 850 Boho Retro, owned by Carrie Barker, brings a mix of thrift finds and handmade items to Downtown Market on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. from March through November — a creative way to experience vintage fashion in person.

Officials discovered remains and casket fragments at Tom Brown Park that point to the site of a historic Black family cemetery, and surveys are planned to further study the area.

Grammy-winning rapper Common (a FAMU alum) will perform with the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra at the Adderley Amphitheater at Cascades Park on Saturday, Nov.

14. Gates open at 6 p.m. and ticket sales begin at noon Thursday.

FSU art historian Stephanie Leitch has been named a 2026-2027 Berlin Prize Fellow for her research on recycled images that shaped early print culture.

Her residency in Berlin — running from August to December — will support her book project on how these images informed early modern views.

FSU Libraries Special Collections acquired rare Emmett Till trial records donated by independent researchers Kevin Murphy and Colleen FitzPatrick – the digitized documents from the Tallahatchie County Courthouse offer new insight into the pivotal 1955 civil rights case.

FSU is launching the nation’s first Stamps Veteran Scholars Program for student veterans this fall — offering up to $26,000 per scholar — to support academic and leadership growth on campus.

The program will select up to five scholars who will also gain enrichment opportunities through professional development initiatives.

Sanitas Medical Center laid off 211 Florida workers, including 10 in Tallahassee, as part of a restructuring amid budget limitations, according to a WARN notice filed Monday.

The terminations at two local centers impacted roles (IT support and nursing management).

High humidity and heat are making summer harsh as some central Panhandle areas reached a 112 heat index over the weekend — experts advise residents to stay hydrated and take breaks when outdoors in these conditions.

FAMU’s teams won five championships in the 2025-2026 season: volleyball won a SWAC title as an 8th seed, women's track earned consecutive wins, men's golf claimed its third national title, and softball captured its first SWAC crown since 2017; now, fans vote for the best run.

Florida State senior Shenese Walker won her first NCAA outdoor 100-meter title on June 15 at Hayward Field with a time of 10.88 seconds and became the first ACC women’s sprinter to win both the indoor 60-meter and outdoor 100-meter titles in a season.

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.

Infinity Con

10 AM – 1 PM — Donald L. Tucker Civic Center — Tickets required — Explore the universes of sci-fi, comics, and gaming with creators and events for all ages.