Good morning, Tallahassee.

A 22-year-old woman lost control of her truck on U.S. 98 near Joe Mack Smith Street on Saturday, crashing into the longtime seafood market and causing heavy damage while she was ejected and taken to Tallahassee Memorial Hospital in stable condition plus officials reported no other injuries.

Eddie Gonzalez Loumiet, chairman of the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, addressed confusion over local economic data at the annual conference, saying it should not be used as a weapon + urging accurate figures to guide community decisions.

Tallahassee Chamber leaders say FSU Health, the proposed merger of FSU and TMH, is nearing a final deal that will boost regional economic growth + enhance healthcare services by investing over $350 million in facilities and launching new digital platforms.

On Saturday, Aug. 15, Florida faced extreme heat while the National Hurricane Center tracked two tropical disturbances—Invest 92L in the Caribbean with almost no chance and Invest 94L in the Atlantic with a 10% chance to develop.

Residents are urged to stay prepared as conditions can change during hurricane season.

Florida Lottery's Saturday, Aug.

15 drawing saw its jackpot climb to $2 million after two rollovers following a $6 million win on Aug. 5 — the drawing was filmed in Tallahassee and aired at 11:15 p.m. ET.

Rev. Candace McKibben recounted her challenges with bug bites after moving two years ago to the Wakulla River and detailed how post-storm yard work in Mysterious Waters intensified her discomfort — a struggle that accompanied her family milestones as she adapts to her new life.

Former MLB player John Nogowski was named interim manager for the Syracuse Mets after manager Dick Scott took leave for kidney cancer treatment last month.

A Tallahassee baseball standout, Nogowski led his team during a Jacksonville road series+ will continue coaching when they return home.

TLBR All-Stars finished third at the 14U World Series in Eagle Pass, Texas on Aug.

15, 2026 after a strong tournament run; first baseman Robert Quinn hit 23 RBIs & two grand slams against Pennsylvania in the final game. The 6-1 team lost an extra-inning semifinal to California.

Twenty teams will compete at the 2026 Little League World Series in South Williamsport beginning Wednesday, Aug.

19. The Chaires-Capitola All-Stars from Tallahassee won a state title but did not advance past regionals, leaving Florida without a team.