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Tuesday, June 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, June 16, ULA launched its Atlas V rocket carrying Amazon Project Kuiper satellites from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station; clear weather helped many see the bright launch in parts of Florida + other states. Tallahassee Democrat
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Tallahassee man, John Horne, was sentenced to 20 years in prison + 10 years probation for DUI manslaughter after a hit-and-run in Jefferson County in September 2023 that killed FSU student and cyclist Jake Boykin, and he also received one year probation for leaving the scene. WCTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ FAMU alumni and students filed a 154-page civil lawsuit on Monday against the FAMU Board of Trustees and the Florida Board of Governors, alleging that an eight-month search resulted in a predetermined selection of Marva Johnson in violation of the state Constitution. The lawsuit seeks an emergency injunction + an independent investigation before the board votes on Johnson tomorrow. WCTV
- ➤ Tallahassee State College and Charter Schools USA have approved plans to open Florida’s first AI-integrated middle school this August at the Appleyard Drive campus for grades 6-8. The free charter school—Innovation Academy of Excellence—will serve 100-125 students using a microschool format that embeds artificial intelligence in every class. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Florida State University Information Technology’s Third-Party Risk Management Program won a national CSO Award for using new ways to check vendor risks. The program was created after a 2021 audit and will be celebrated at the CSO Conference + Awards this fall. Florida State University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At its next meeting, the Tallahassee City Commission will review the ICE agreement that lets a police officer help with immigration arrests, after a recent Gaines Street enforcement sparked debate over the 287(g) deal—signed without City Commission approval. Tallahassee Reports
- ➤ On Thursday, June 19, non-essential federal offices, post offices and the stock market will be closed for Juneteenth—a holiday that marks the end of slavery—while UPS, FedEx and local DMV offices will run normal operations. Some banks may follow the holiday schedule even though ATMs and online banking remain available. Tallahassee Democrat
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ On Father's Day, Tallahassee father Lee Jones walked his daughter, Cynthia Wynell Jones Douglas, down the aisle—fulfilling his lifelong dream after she reunited with her birth parents nearly 50 years ago and renewed her vows on Sunday. WCTV
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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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Smoking Guns Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Oyster City Brewing Company Tallahassee — Free entry — Enjoy an energetic mix of classic rock and pop from the band Smoking Guns.
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Infinity Con
10:00-11:30 a.m. — Donald L. Tucker Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience Infinity Con live in Tallahassee with exciting activities and guests.
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Tally Devs Meetup at Momo's: Show & Tell Tech Tools
6-8 p.m. — Momo's Pizza — BYO$$ — Share your favorite tech tools and hacks in a relaxed setting with fellow enthusiasts.
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