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Friday, August 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Twenty-eight children learned budgeting, public speaking, and creative branding in a free Kidpreneur summer program by the Early Learning Coalition that ended with a marketplace at the Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship. Jaxson Welch launched his jewelry business during the event — with family support — and families can enroll for the next summer program in April. Tallahassee Democrat
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tallahassee hosts a variety of weekend events featuring live music, theater, and cultural festivals that begin today with shows at The Sound Bar and Blue Tavern. The lineup includes Pyramid Players’ musical comedy, a Hispanic festival at Goodwood Museum, and a tasting at the Tallahassee Beer Festival — each event offers a distinct local arts experience for all ages — as the community gears up for a vibrant celebration. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Thursday Night Music Club will perform its 17th annual Jazz Showcase at Ruby Diamond Concert Hall on Aug. 14 at 7:30 p.m.—tickets cost $17 and the program features big band tunes by Count Basie, Ray Charles, and other legends. Tallahassee Democrat
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Leon County Schools will resume on Monday and officials advised drivers to slow down in school zones as nearly 30,000 children walk or ride to school with speed cameras set to issue a $100 fine for exceeding the speed limit. Superintendent Rocky Hanna said the district is short on bus drivers and faces a $12.5 million budget gap—safety measures will not be affected as plans for a possible millage increase progress. WCTV
- ➤ Leon County public schools will start on Monday with 30,000 students—despite rising expenses and a teacher shortage—while Superintendent Rocky Hanna remains optimistic about providing a high-quality education. He warned that a $6 million budget gap and limited funding for private voucher programs could worsen challenges for traditional schools. WFSU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida public media outlets lost nearly $26 million in federal and state funding after CPB shut down and Gov DeSantis vetoed additional funds—local stations in Tallahassee and other cities are now planning donation drives and restructuring programming to meet future needs—with officials warning that further cuts could force staff reductions and lower local coverage. Tallahassee Democrat
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tallahassee-Leon Babe Ruth Baseball said its 14U team will head to Hot Springs, Arkansas on Aug. 9 + its 13U team will travel to Jamestown, New York on Aug. 16 after winning state and regional tournaments. Both teams showed strong pitching and hitting as they aim to add to their six World Series championships. 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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Jeff Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra Live
7:30 PM — Ruby Diamond Concert Hall — Tickets on sale starting July 21 — Experience a night of jazz and entertainment with Jeff Goldblum and his renowned orchestra.
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