Good morning, Tallahassee.

Local economic leaders are meeting at the Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce Conference on Amelia Island to plan for new job growth and discuss the FSU Health transformation that promises $1.7 billion in local investment.

The event is set as a key step to invigorate the economy + spur future development.

Two longtime educators are contesting Jefferson County’s District 3 School Board seat as early voting starts.

Incumbent Brenda Wirick, who improved board reserves during her term, faces former member Shirley Washington, who aims to boost art and music programs, with voting opening ahead of Tuesday, Aug. 18 primary.

Florida State University's department formerly known as Art Education is now named Arts Leadership, Education & Therapy to show its broader focus on art therapy, arts administration, and museum education.

The change highlights its expanded graduate programs, including fully online options for working professionals.

Tropical Storm Cristobal remains in the Atlantic and poses no threat today as wind shear limits storm strength, while WeatherTiger (a Tallahassee company) forecasts a 70% chance of a U.S. hurricane landfall later this season.

Florida A&M University purchased a historic property — once home to pioneering Black physicians — on South Adams Street for $950K to create a Health and Wellness Clinic.

Renovations costing about $200K will take six months to a year while supporting student training and community care.

Phones in Florida are overheating today - experts recommend keeping devices in the shade, lowering brightness, and removing cases to help them cool slowly.

Users should not leave phones in hot cars to avoid additional damage.

FSU Health is expanding clinical training, graduate education and nursing programs to prepare more healthcare workers for North Florida — a coordinated effort aimed at boosting care access in rural and underserved communities.

The Florida Department of Health confirmed two extra cyclosporiasis cases in Tallahassee as of Aug.

13, raising state cases to 407 since May 1, and doctors advise washing fruits and vegetables carefully (to reduce risk of watery diarrhea and discomfort).

Florida State wide receiver Micahi Danzy is set for a breakout season after switching from running back and boosting his route running and separation ability at practice on Aug.

13 — coach Mike Norvell said it could make him a key target alongside Duce Robinson in the Seminoles’ aerial attack.