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Wednesday, August 13th, 2025
Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Aug. 11, an armed services charter flight called for an emergency landing at Tallahassee International Airport due to hydraulic issues, which led to one runway closing and a flight being diverted to Texas where passengers had difficulty finding accommodations — officials later explained that construction and a disabled plane on a second runway contributed to the incident, though all 181 onboard landed safely. Tallahassee Democrat
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ FSU professor Lyndsay Jenkins was named a fellow of the American Psychological Association — a high honor that recognizes her work fighting bullying and helping youth in schools. She leads programs that offer counseling and support to children affected by cyberbullying and peer victimization. Florida State University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Ron DeSantis tapped state Sen. Jay Collins as lieutenant governor, filling a seat that had been empty since February—Collins, an Army veteran who overcame challenges, was sworn in at a ceremony attended by his family while the governor and his wife looked on. WFSU
- ➤ The International Processing Facility remains under construction at Tallahassee International Airport and will open later in 2025—progress was noted from work observed on December 12th, 2024. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Citizens Property Insurance Corp added more than 600 policies last week to reach 783,344 policies from 782,728 the previous week—after pausing its depopulation program tied to hurricane season—and state leaders remain focused on managing risk exposure. Tallahassee Reports
- ➤ The My Safe Florida Home program reopened applications with funding for up to 33,000 eligible homeowners to upgrade their homes for hurricane safety—new rules now bar grant eligibility for those above moderate income and require low-income applicants to show proof of homeowners insurance. The program offers free home inspections and phased application windows for different age and income groups, and approved homeowners will be reimbursed after finished work passes inspection. WFSU Public Media
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida State football completed its second scrimmage in fall camp — the Seminoles showed marked improvement with quarterback Tommy Castellanos and a defense focused on turnovers. Freshmen like Ousmane Kromah are earning playing time as the team prepares for a busy 2025 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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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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OLLI at FSU Fall 2025 Showcase
1-3 p.m. — Augustus B Turnbull Conference Center — Free entry — Explore exciting lifelong learning opportunities for adults 50+ at the Fall Showcase.
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