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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 35-year-old man was shot Monday night at the West Drive Villas complex near Horne Ave and White Drive in west Tallahassee and was hospitalized with serious injuries—police said no arrests have been made. WCTV
- ➤ On July 21, a man was seriously injured in a shooting near Horne Avenue & White Drive in northwest Tallahassee when he was found with a gunshot wound and taken to a local hospital, while police said no arrests have been made and the incident is believed to be isolated. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Hulu’s four-part docuseries 'Mr. & Mrs. Murder' will stream on July 30 and explores the 2000 murder of Mike Williams in Tallahassee—focusing on best friend Brian Winchester’s confession and Williams’ wife Denise’s conviction—through interviews with family, law enforcement and journalists. Tallahassee Democrat
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Four recent FSU history master’s graduates, Hope Evans, Alessio Luna, Jacqueline Vanegas & Jacob Winton, earned the Florida Trust for Historic Preservation’s Historic Preservation Scholar Award for preserving Florida’s history at a conference in Fernandina Beach. Florida State University
- ➤ Florida State University’s College of Social Sciences and Public Policy now offers a 12-credit graduate certificate in Public Health Epidemiology that trains public health professionals in chronic, infectious, social, and general epidemiology — the program is available to both degree and non-degree students. Applications for fall open the second week of classes and close on Nov 14, with students needing to apply before completing six credits and maintain a 3.0 GPA. Florida State University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida officials argued that a lawsuit by environmental groups to block further construction at the Everglades detention center was filed in the wrong federal court district because key decisions were made in Tallahassee and Collier County — Judge Williams scheduled a hearing on the venue issue for July 30 and another on a temporary restraining order for Aug. 6, noting that the case focuses solely on environmental impacts. Environmental groups claim the detention center expansion threatens surrounding wetlands and local communities. Tallahassee Democrat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida sheriffs will soon detain undocumented immigrants after receiving new power to arrest those in the country illegally— officials said federal rules restrict local jail use, so the state is seeking extra detention space and more immigration judges. Critics argue the move is politically motivated and caution that limited capacity may delay processing. Tallahassee Democrat
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Five million above-ground swimming pools are recalled after flaws in their compression straps let children climb in, contributing to nine drowning deaths over 15 years including one in Florida. Consumers are advised to contact manufacturers for free repair kits — these pools have been sold since 2002 at major retailers. Tallahassee Democrat
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former FSU football coach Jimbo Fisher has been hired as a studio analyst by the ACC Network for the coming season — he will make his television debut at the ACC Media Kickoff in Charlotte — and he said he is eager to use his coaching experience to analyze ACC football action. Tallahassee Democrat
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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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Forever Grads 2025 Graduation Party
10 PM – 2 AM — Potbelly's — Free entry for graduates — Celebrate your achievements and enjoy a vibrant atmosphere at the ultimate graduation party.
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Back to School: Fuel the Future
10 AM – 1 PM — Florida Blue Center - Tallahassee — Free school supplies — A family-friendly event with fun activities and resources to kickstart an academic year.
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