Good morning, Tallahassee.

James Coleman hosted his sixth annual football camp at FAMU DRS on Sunday morning as part of his community giveback weekend (for local kids ages 6 to 16).

The event offered children a chance to learn football skills and enjoy organized drills.

Local FSU alumni Christine Leoni and Jennifer Puckett have brought a heartfelt picture book titled Oliver at Your Service to Tallahassee—based on real moments with Christine’s service dog that help children understand unseen challenges.

They sold over 350 copies and visited local schools, with plans for an interactive follow-up.

The Junior League of Tallahassee hosted its 30th back-to-school event Saturday, where 100 elementary students picked up school supplies, clothes, and backpacks while enjoying pizza + snow cones.

The event eased families’ financial burdens and got kids ready for the new school year.

Vanessa Sheppard, a nationally recognized expert in cancer prevention, will join FAMU as dean of the College of Pharmacy and as assistant vice president for Health Science Enterprise and Research Innovation on Aug.

3 — she aims to strengthen licensure outcomes and research partnerships at the university.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has not endorsed a GOP candidate ahead of the Aug.

18 primary, leaving party leaders unsettled amid intra-party disputes. GOP figures including Jay Collins & others have voiced disappointment as candidates like U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds await his support.

At the Kearney Center, FSU Associate Athletic Director for Health and Performance Scott Trulock—who helps athletes handle intense heat—provided advice on Wednesday, July 22, urging unhoused residents to drink water, wear loose clothing, and seek shade.

The center is expanding street health services to keep people safe during prolonged heat.

Dozens attended Saturday’s community fundraiser and birthday celebration for Derek Steele (son of civil rights activist C.K.

Steele) as he battles stage-four prostate cancer.

NRHP-listed Wahnish Cigar Factory in Tallahassee may be torn down to make room for a planned 73-unit, 4-story student housing project; officials have not set a timeline yet.

Leon tennis coach Kevin Record returned to Tallahassee at noon on Saturday after completing his round-the-world bike trip to honor his parents and raise funds for Alzheimer’s Disease.

Nearly 100 supporters welcomed him at the Lions tennis courts.

Former NFL player James Coleman hosted the seventh annual football camp at FAMU DRS in South Tallahassee, where young athletes learned football fundamentals and life lessons from college players & local mentors.

Florida State football will face a challenging four-game stretch in October, with key matchups on Oct.

3 against Virginia, on Oct. 9 at Louisville, on Oct. 17 at Miami, and on Oct. 31 at Clemson. The team’s performance during this period could shape head coach Mike Norvell’s future with the program.

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.