Good morning, Tallahassee.

The Tallahassee Beer Festival enters its seventh year—ticket sales will support local nonprofits.

Organizers say the event will feature local brews and live music to help boost community engagement.

A former Tallahassee mayoral candidate was sentenced to 22 years in prison for robbing a Dollar General in 2024.

Tallahassee Police confirmed one person died in a homicide on the 900 block of E.

Magnolia St around 11 p.m. Friday+ investigators are questioning witnesses+ details such as the victim's identity and cause of death have not been released.

Tallahassee Hispanic Theater debuts five 15-minute plays at the 8th Annual Micro Theater Festival at Goodwood Museum on Aug.

8 and Aug. 9 from 7:30-10:30 p.m.—the festival will also feature live music and Hispanic food, with tickets at $25 for general admission and $20 for students, seniors and veterans.

Rev. Candace McKibben urged the community to balance social action with spiritual discipline as concerns rise over downsizing at the State Department+ and noted that local groups like the Rise Up Singers lift spirits with protest songs+ while encouraging everyone to stay informed and care for their well-being.

Poet Zach Scott’s new chapbook reading—Boys as Tethered Dogs—will take place on Aug.

3 at Word Garden at Tallahassee Nurseries with a follow-up discussion on Aug. 23 at Midtown Reader, as he shares his work published by Apalachee Press. This event will offer local audiences a chance to hear his vivid take on southern life.

Eight new doctors began their residencies at HCA Florida Capital Hospital in dermatology and psychiatry—residencies that last three and four years respectively—with training provided by experienced faculty to meet local healthcare needs.

This program is part of the UCF–HCA Florida Healthcare GME Consortium that helps expand access to care.

Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare unveiled a mural on E.

Sixth Ave that celebrated 40 years of animal therapy and honored 225 volunteer teams serving over 150 facilities. The mural—painted by local artist Nancy Upthegrove and featuring dogs, a cat, a rabbit, a horse, a bird, and a guinea pig—marked the legacy of healing provided by the program.

FSU men's basketball head coach Luke Loucks shared his thoughts on the 2025 team during a recent interview.

He outlined key expectations and strategy for building a competitive team in the upcoming season.

Florida State football announced on Saturday that three-star offensive tackle Da'Ron Parks committed to the 2026 class—he beat Auburn, Kentucky and Ohio State and becomes the 22nd player to verbally commit.

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.

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.

Parrothead Phrenzy

7-10 p.m. — The Moon — $47 — Enjoy a concert featuring Jimmy Parrish & the Waves in support of Alzheimer's Project.