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Monday, August 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tickets are on sale for the 12th Annual Spare A Life Funday benefiting the Animal Shelter Foundation, which supports homeless animals served by Tallahassee Animal Services. The event will take place Thursday, Aug. 7 from 5 to 9 p.m. at Hangar 38—where families of all ages can enjoy games, bowling and fundraising opportunities. Tallahassee Democrat
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local retiree Mark Newman started Single Tree Products when a surplus of fig and other neighbor fruits led him to craft unique jams and granola by hand—he now sells his small-batch creations at the Tallahassee Downtown Market on select Saturdays and offers free local delivery. His focus remains on a personal touch by using fruit from one tree per batch to give each jar a sense of place. Tallahassee Democrat
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of students received 515 brand new bookbags and free school supplies — including books, face paintings, clothes, and hygiene products — from DJ Demp’s annual Back to School Backpack Giveaway in Tallahassee, easing the financial strain on families as they prepared for the school year. WCTV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ After a slow start to the season, meteorologists say a weak tropical disturbance is bringing scattered showers through tomorrow and the National Hurricane Center is monitoring two areas with a 50% chance of developing into tropical storms—signaling that hurricane season will heat up later this month. Residents should stay alert as the storm systems may rapidly form over warm waters and could impact open coastal areas. WCTV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Tallahassee Police Department is launching its Pack the Patrol Car event—an annual school supply drive—to gather essential supplies for students as the new school year approaches. WCTV
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ FSU wide receiver Elijah Moore explained that he has grown in his role and said he is learning to adjust to the new offense led by coach Gus Malzahn & his teammates as they prepare for the season. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ FSU football safety Earl Little Jr said he is working to improve his skills at preseason camp—he believes better positioning will help him succeed this season. Tallahassee Democrat
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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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Florida-Friendly Landscaping Certification Training
8 AM – 12 PM — UF/IFAS Leon County Extension — Registration required — Complete your training to become a certified Florida-Friendly Landscape Professional.
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Ronnie Randolph with Walter Kelleher
6-10 p.m. — Hobbit American Grill - East — Free entry — Enjoy the duo's encore performance featuring local music talent in Tallahassee.
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