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Saturday, June 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Tallahassee Animal Services Center is waiving all adoption fees for Petco Love’s Florida Mega Pet Adoption event running from Friday, June 27 through Sunday, June 29. More than 50 shelters aim to help 2000 animals get adopted this weekend—visitors can meet pets like Cousteau and Eggatha at 1125 Easterwood Drive—with many animals ready for a new home. WCTV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On June 26, a bright fireball was reported from North Florida to North Carolina—over 200 people saw the flash around noon, with one pilot near Tallahassee noting an orange glow. In Henry County, Georgia, a resident said falling debris from the sky injured a home, and officials linked the event to the Bootid meteor shower. Tallahassee Democrat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Citizens for Government Accountability will file a lawsuit against Tallahassee, challenging the city’s method for funding its fire department. If successful — based on an appellate ruling — the action may lead to refunds of fire fees for local residents and force the city to change its funding mechanism. WCTV
- ➤ FDOT said it will add a right-turn lane for Chick-fil-A customers on Capital Circle Northeast — part of an $8.6 million plan to resurface U.S. 319. Bids will come out early next year and work will start at night to help drivers move smoothly. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Tallahassee is competing in Denver for its third All-America City award during the June 27—29 event. A delegation that includes Commissioner Curtis Richardson and radio host Greg Tish is showing work like the Clean Energy Plan, the Southside Action Plan and park expansion, and winners will be announced Sunday. Tallahassee Democrat
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A new guide lists 16 beloved Old Florida-style restaurants that offer historic charm, fresh seafood and a family-friendly feel—each spot showing its unique local traditions. Tallahassee’s Shell Oyster Bar, which has served locals for 80 years on FAMU Way, stands among these venues—mixing classic recipes with modern taste. Tallahassee Democrat
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida State announced that dual-sport recruit Jasen Lopez (Chaminade Madonna) will join the football and basketball teams next season as the school’s first football commit in the 2026 class. He chose FSU after meetings that settled close competition from Miami, North Carolina State and West Virginia. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Tallahassee’s first pre-pro women’s soccer team will host a doubleheader today at Gene Cox stadium to chase playoff spots in both the USL W League and WPSL. The team will face Pensacola FC Academy at 12:30 p.m. and Ft. L UTD at 5:00 p.m. — single game tickets start at $10 — as they pursue their season goals. Tallahassee Reports
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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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