Good morning, Tallahassee.

In August 2018, Florida college sophomore Baylie Grogan was critically injured in a rideshare incident in Miami and later died, and her New Hampshire mother, Shawnee Baker, said that not having healthcare documents prevented her from advocating for her daughter—prompting her to start a foundation to help families prepare.

Tallahassee Police arrested Raymona Ford on Wednesday after she hit a 2-year-old who had seizures and died four days later.

State officials approved a black bear hunt starting December & state attorneys prepared for a November trial in an FSU shooting case while Leon County Commissioners urged more fire service fee checks.

Margo Hall, the first woman principal at Leon High and a longtime Latin teacher in Tallahassee, died Aug.

1 at age 84. A rosary service is planned on Aug. 23 from 1:00 to 1:30 p.m.—she left a lasting legacy on local education.

Florida State University's Welcome FSU series will begin Monday, Aug.

18 and run until Saturday, Aug. 30 to help new and returning students connect with academic resources, dining tours, movies, sports events and community activities. The series supports student success and campus engagement — a busy schedule for the new fall semester.

Reginald James was approved by the Gadsden County Commission to serve as interim county administrator until the county finds a permanent replacement.

Gov. Ron DeSantis said on Thursday that the state will convert the shuttered Baker Correctional Institution into an immigrant detention center to offer 1,300 beds at a cost of about $6 million, replacing a more expensive Camp Blanding plan.

The move comes amid legal challenges and criticism from attorneys — federal judges are reviewing injunction requests that could affect future expansion plans.

Izayia Williams, the top linebacker in Florida, flipped his commitment from Ole Miss to FSU Friday morning—he shut down his recruitment process to focus on the Seminoles.

Parrothead Phrenzy

7-10 p.m. — The Moon — $47 — Enjoy a concert featuring Jimmy Parrish & the Waves in support of Alzheimer's Project.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Yeah Babys: TLH Indie Night Live

7-11 p.m. — 926 Bar & Grill — No cover — Enjoy an indie music night featuring local talent in a lively venue.

Beginner Meditation Workshop

9:30-11 a.m. — Tallahassee Chan Center — Free entry — Experience a calming seated meditation followed by an insightful Q&A session on mindfulness practices.