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Friday, June 27th, 2025
Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Griffin Heights Neighborhood Association held a workshop Tuesday evening for community organizations, nonprofits and businesses interested in applying for small grants to address local needs + the session explained how the grants could fund projects in the community. WCTV
- ➤ HGTV ranked three Florida cities on its top 20 list of mid-sized cities—Tampa took the No.1 spot, Port St. Lucie came in at No.3, and Tallahassee was recognized for its mix of urban and suburban features with a historic downtown, public art and green spaces. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Linn Ann Griffin, co-owner of Tallahassee’s oldest Black-owned funeral home — known for caring for grieving families — died Tuesday morning at 82. She is survived by three sons, three grandsons and one granddaughter, with a viewing on Sunday, June 29 at 629 W. Brevard St and a funeral service at noon on June 30 at Bethel AME Church. Tallahassee Democrat
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the White House proposed a $2.3 billion budget for NOAA, down from $3.5 billion last year. Experts warn the cuts may hurt hurricane forecasts—fewer weather balloons and reduced research could lead to less accurate storm predictions. Tallahassee Democrat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Tallahassee are urged to prepare early for a hurricane since officials warn that storms can develop quickly near the coast and leave little time to react—hurricane preparedness includes checking evacuation zones and assembling a supplies kit during the Atlantic hurricane season from June 1 to Nov. 30. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Florida will soon send $21,253 checks to hundreds of survivors of abuse at the Dozier and Okeechobee reform schools under a $20 million reparations law. The state approved 926 applications with 13 pending, and more payments will follow—acknowledging decades of hardship. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Mayor John Dailey decided to seek a third term, and the City of Tallahassee broke ground on its first city-owned electric vehicle charging station on Tuesday using the latest technology + Leon County Commissioners received an update on plans for the 2026 World Athletics Cross Country Championships at Apalachee Regional Park scheduled for January 10. Tallahassee Reports
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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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