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Tuesday, June 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ George Ellis, a longtime swim coach and a local legend, visited the Lawrence-Gregory Community Center on June 19th to share his journey at the Robinson-Trueblood Pool and donate $1,000 for the summer program. He told the kids to learn their history and do good so that good will come back to them — a message that reflects his lifelong work in our community. Tallahassee Democrat
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Florida State University's College of Music announced its 2025-2026 concert season, featuring over 35 concerts, operas, festivals and showcases that blend classic pieces with new works. The season opens Sept. 19 with the University Symphony Orchestra performing works by Ravel and Respighi - a season that honors tradition and innovation. Florida State University
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Tallahassee State College District Board approved a charter school application from Charter Schools USA for the Innovation Academy of Excellence—a new public charter middle school on the TSC campus that will open in August after final approval by the Florida Department of Education. The school will serve students in grades six through eight and offer dual enrollment with Tallahassee Collegiate Academy. Tallahassee Reports
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Lightning Safety Council warned that when thunder is heard, people must get indoors because lightning can strike more than 10 miles from a storm, and they advised waiting 30 minutes after the last sound before returning outside + National Lightning Safety Awareness Week runs until Saturday, June 28th. Florida continues to have the highest lightning strike rate per square mile. Tallahassee Democrat
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ FSU quarterback Thomas Castellanos—a Boston College transfer expected to start this season—said in an On3 interview that Alabama doesn’t have Nick Saban to save them as he prepares for his first snap. The season opener is set for Aug. 30 at 3:30 p.m. ET at Doak Campbell Stadium, and his confident remarks come ahead of a new start following a 2-10 season. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ FSU trustees approved $22.5 million in auxiliary funds yesterday in a virtual meeting to cover athletics costs under the House Settlement. The funding comes from non-recurring fees like parking and housing and will support revenue sharing with student athletes until June 2028 — this move helps FSU avoid drastic cuts to programs and staff — while leveraging strong sports revenue. Tallahassee Democrat
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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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