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Friday, July 25th, 2025
Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Big Randy's in Woodville — located on Oak Ridge Road — is planning to expand as owner Jason Kornegay considers a new site in Tallahassee or his Crawfordville hometown. The restaurant, known for its loaded fries and sweet wing deals, supports local causes and aims to have three locations by 2026. Tallahassee Democrat
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 26-year-old Bristol man named John Caleb Allen fired multiple rounds at ATF agents and Liberty County Sheriff's deputies while they executed a federal warrant at his home on July 24 — officers sustained minor injuries and he now faces charges for assault and illegal possession of a machine gun. Tallahassee Democrat
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tallahassee hosts a busy weekend as Cash’s Juke Joint (1105 W. Tharpe St.) performs blues at 7 p.m. today while Final Friday at Amicus Brewing (717 S. Gadsden St.) brings local bands and food; additional events include a roller derby game on July 26, a community contra dance tonight at the Senior Center for the Arts, and a drag tribute on Sunday. Tallahassee Democrat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida Congressman Neal Dunn said he is fighting to restore nearly $16 million in federal funding for Tallahassee's Mag Lab after a proposed 40% cut—he made his case at the White House policy office. Dunn said the lab helps the U.S. keep up with China in tech work, supports over 500 jobs, and adds more than $325 million to Florida’s economy. WCTV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Florida passed a law that requires an electrocardiogram for every middle and high school athlete before sports – the rule will go into effect in Fall 2026 to check for hidden heart conditions. The law was spurred by the death of Chance Gainer and other student-athletes – state officials say the screenings can catch conditions early. WCTV
- ➤ Tallahassee neighbors gathered on Thursday at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare as the hospital celebrated 40 years of animal therapy by unveiling a new mural painted by longtime volunteer Nancy Upthegrove. The program grew from one team to more than 200 teams providing care at over 150 locations—marking a key milestone in its mission. ABC 27
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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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Parrothead Phrenzy
7-10 p.m. — The Moon — $47 — Enjoy a concert featuring Jimmy Parrish & the Waves in support of Alzheimer's Project.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in.
~ Greek Proverb
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