Good morning, Tallahassee.

WCTV veteran Lanetra Bennett will end her 25-year run at the end of August and host farewell events as she prepares to spend more time with her family & explore new opportunities.

Bennett, a Florida A&M alum, has long been a trusted face for viewers in Tallahassee.

Davis Farm Fresh Produce and Country Market opens today in Midtown at 1334 Thomasville Road, offering fresh produce from local farms and goods from Georgia to around the world.

It operates daily from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and includes a food truck + gourmet coffee.

Tallahassee earned national attention after HGTV ranked it among the top 20 mid-sized cities yesterday, July 15, highlighting its urban + suburban appeal, historic downtown, public art, and green spaces.

Today, Monticello Opera House hosts the opening of Five Guys Named Moe, a musical that features interactive performances blending 1930s charm and modern humor with music by Louis Jordan in an immersive setting.

FSU’s Center for Advanced Power Systems secured an $88M Navy contract to build digital models and test next-generation ship power systems, and work will finish by June 9 while national partners join the project.

Florida State University's history professor Ronald E.

Doel is available for interviews on the role of crewed space missions ahead of Space Exploration Day on July 20, as agencies push robotic advancements. He explains that human spaceflights create lasting memories and emotional ties (inquiries via his FSU email).

Florida has more than 1,000 freshwater springs that support drinking water and boost tourism, and they also provide a warm refuge for manatees in winter.

Visitors can explore treasures like Wakulla Springs State Park (14 miles south of Tallahassee) to experience this vital natural resource.

Leon County commissioners on Tuesday kept independent library card access for 16- and 17-year-olds and updated policies—responding to a court ruling that limits firearm bans in public libraries while preserving services and accountability.

Jamie Peterson was named Florida Police Chiefs Association’s 2025 Dispatcher of the Year after he provided clear, timely, lifesaving communication during the April 17, 2025 Florida State University tragedy — his recognition highlights the vital role dispatchers play in public safety.

Tallahassee's Lofty Pursuits will host the 15th Annual Ice Cream Eating Contest from 3-4 p.m. Sunday, July 19, at 1355 Market St; contestants are chosen at random for Under 16 and 16 & over divisions, with winners receiving gift certificates.

Former Lincoln High School standout Myles Bailey, a top Florida State first baseman, was picked 75th overall by the Chicago Cubs on Saturday, July 11.

The local athlete now moves closer to a professional baseball career.

FAMU football is predicted to finish fourth in the SWAC East as the team, led by new coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. (and facing an NCAA postseason ban), prepares to start its 2026 season on Aug.

29 against Albany State at Ken Riley Field.

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.