Good morning, Tallahassee.

Over 100 locals gathered at Tallahassee National Cemetery recently to honor USMC vet Glenn Dorsey + Army vet Mark Roy, both previously unclaimed.

The respectful ceremony paid final tribute to their service.

The Leon County Humane Society has asked local residents to donate dry dog and cat food as its Community Pet Pantry runs low on supplies.

The organization said more donations are needed soon (for pet care) to help support animals in the community.

Leon County Schools approved contracts with TPG Cultural Exchange and Caissa K-12 yesterday to recruit international teachers for hard-to-staff subjects and boost student enrollment.

The move aims to stabilize classroom staffing + ease budget pressures.

Florida State University art history professor Paul Niell studies Indigenous Caribbean architecture to show flexible design can boost hurricane readiness; his research highlights how natural joinery (using woody vines) informs resilient building practices for storm-prone regions.

Ted Ellis stepped down as the Civil Rights Institute’s first director on June 30 to return to his hometown (he led key programs like the C.K.

Steele Speaker Series), and FSU will soon launch a national search for his replacement.

The Leon County School Board will vote Tuesday on the FLP Achieve Grant to expand tutoring, teacher training, and college readiness support at Rickards and Godby high schools (the grant is administered by Palm Beach State College).

On July 14, Leon County government and CONA recognized outstanding community service during the 45th Annual Neighborhood Recognition Program, awarding Avondale, Griffin Heights, and Highgrove neighborhoods and Neighbor of the Year Michelle Olson a sign and plaque — tokens of local impact.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier issued a civil subpoena to General Mills to collect records on the sale of potassium bromate products to Florida consumers and schools, aiming to secure data from 2023 to 2026 under the state’s deceptive and unfair trade practices laws + protect public health.

City officials plan to develop 4,800 acres at Welaunee Arch in NE Tallahassee with thousands of new homes and commercial spaces, and public outreach will begin soon.

Construction permits fell 7% in June with 53 new permits, yet 243 were issued in the past four months, marking a three-year high in Tallahassee.

The three‐month average permits rose 19.5% compared to last year while permit values dipped from $14.3 million to $13.8 million.

FSU football announced on Tuesday, July 14 that the Doak Campbell Stadium radio booth was named for longtime broadcaster Gene Deckerhoff.

Head coach Mike Norvell revealed the tribute during a call, noting that his famous Touchdown calls continue to inspire local Seminole fans.

FSU football players and coach Mike Norvell will attend ACC Kickoff today in Charlotte.

The team will explain the decision to name transfer quarterback Ashton Daniels as starter and address tough games ahead.

Live Music at Summers Smokehouse

6-9 p.m. — Summers Smokehouse — Free entry — Enjoy an unplugged evening with Aidan Patrick and friends in Tallahassee's local hotspot.

Together Festival

12:00 – 11:59 PM — Tom Brown Park — Family-friendly fun — Experience a full day of community, culture, and engaging activities for all ages.

The 850 Band Live Performance

8:30 PM — Duke's & Dottie's — Free entry — Enjoy a long-awaited night of great tunes and cold drinks with The 850 Band.

Godby Class of 1986 Reunion

6 p.m. — AC Hotel Tallahassee Universities at the Capitol — $100 per person — Celebrate the 80s with food, drinks, and dancing at an unforgettable reunion night.

Tallahassee Beer Festival

2-6 p.m. — Donald L. Tucker Civic Center — Ticketed event — Experience North Florida’s largest beer festival with over 400 beverages and interactive fun.