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Thursday, June 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Tallahassee man Deric Young, 25, has been charged with murder and aggravated child abuse after confessing to punching a 1-year-old while in his care — he missed his initial court appearance and is set to appear today. WCTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A group of Florida State University students and staff returned home from Israel today — their return delayed by the escalating conflict with Iran — and are now safely in Tallahassee. WCTV
- ➤ FSU Classics professor Andrea De Giorgi has been named a Getty Scholar for 2025 to 2026 for his work in Roman archaeology and visual culture — he is the first FSU faculty member to receive the award. Florida State University
- ➤ Florida A&M University named Oluwamodupe Oloyede as the first female head drum major of the Marching 100 today+ she will lead the band and break a long tradition with her new role. WCTV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Garrett Galvin, known as the 'yoink guy' for grabbing reptiles, often films his encounters with invasive snakes in the Everglades while searching for a rumored 20-foot python—he uses his social media reach to boost awareness of the state's fight against these pests. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission will host its 10-day Python Challenge starting July 11 at 12:01 a.m. to encourage hunters to help control the python population with a $10,000 prize for the top participant. Tallahassee Democrat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Tallahassee broke ground on Tuesday, June 24 for its first city-owned electric vehicle charging station near the corner of South Adams and West Van Buren. City Manager Reese Goad said the station features 4 level III DC chargers at 30 cents per kilowatt-hour and announced a second station will be built in a new park on Orange Avenue—it is the first step toward a network of 5 stations around town. WFSU Public Media
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On June 23, Cal Raleigh hit his MLB-leading 32nd home run — it came in the ninth inning of the Mariners' 11-2 win over the Twins. The FSU catcher is on pace to break records — he leads All-Star voting for starting catcher as he sets historic marks. Tallahassee Democrat
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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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Angel Ocasio Live at Cash's Juke Joint
7-10 p.m. — The Sound Bar — $12.50 online, $15 at the door — Experience an evening of blues and soul with Cash's Juke Joint in Tallahassee.
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Hotboii Summer Finale Concert
10:00-11:30 p.m. — Potbelly’s — Tickets available online — Witness Florida’s own Hotboii electrify the stage in this high-energy concert experience.
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