Good morning, Tallahassee.

Meals on Wheels volunteers delivered fans to seniors on Friday amid soaring temperatures to help residents beat the heat.

Elder Care Services is asking the community to donate more fans as supplies run low.

Veteran umpire Landon Davis (55) was killed in a two-vehicle accident in Calhoun County on Aug.

11; his funeral is set for Aug. 22 at 10 a.m. at Tallahassee State College’s Eagle Field, where he officiated many games.

FSU officials showcased the school’s economic influence at the Tallahassee Chamber conference as they outlined plans to raise its operating budget from $3.2 billion to $5 billion in the next decade.

The panel highlighted research and healthcare partnerships (FSU Health and Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare) as key drivers in Leon County.

The U.S. Department of Education is investigating FSU’s 32 scholarship programs for alleged race and sex discrimination following a complaint filed last July.

FSU says all students qualify and are evaluated based on merit despite donor preferences.

Florida State University starts Welcome FSU on Aug.

17 and runs through Aug. 29, inviting new and returning students to join a range of campus events like food passes, sports games, academic tours & game nights designed to connect them with clubs and resources.

Florida State University named Mike Brady interim dean of the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship, effective immediately.

He succeeds founding dean Susan Fiorito and will lead the college as it continues expanding its entrepreneurship programs on campus.

Although data show that Tallahassee’s peak heat passed by Aug.

6, high humidity today keeps the heat index dangerously high. Local meteorologists warn that despite a subtle statewide cooling trend, residents must continue to heed heat advisories for the weekend—taking care during prolonged extreme conditions.

FSU researchers tracking male green sea turtles at a remote breeding site off Brazil's coast discovered that about 80 percent travel 300 to 1,000 kilometers after breeding, plus 20 percent remain near the breeding area.

The study offers key insights for conservation planning.

On Friday, Gadsden County officials presented keys to the final home built with $750,000 in SHIP funding to help families secure stable housing, including those still recovering from Hurricane Michael.

Residents who qualify can contact the SHIP office for assistance.

Jay Collins, Florida lieutenant governor and former Green Beret, told FOX49 he is ready to lead when asked about his experience and proposals before the Aug.

18 primary. He supports plans to phase out property tax on homesteads and aims to boost local government efficiency.

The Hub at Feather Oaks has partnered with local chefs Jesse & Tyler Rice to launch the new food concept Rustic Grub, featuring menu items such as truffle fries and smash burgers.

No opening date has been set, though locals expressed excitement over the announcement online.

Local high schools preview standout girls swimmers ahead of the upcoming season as teams from Chiles, Maclay, Leon and Community Christian highlight athletes who posted strong times last year (including McKay Yearty and Olivia Holt) to build on their past successes.