Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of August.
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FAMU professor Shantae Friday-Stroud and graduate students presented an early-stage proposal for an 18-acre intergenerational community at 267 Spring Creek Highway to Wakulla County commissioners Monday, detailing plans for mixed-income housing, agricultural space and a community hub with educational programs that will need further study.
Metro Deli is expanding to Southwood with a new location opening mid-September in The Town Center at SouthWood & owner Rob Bazemore will add e-bikes for delivery service to serve loyal customers now in state offices and downtown.
FSU Museum of Fine Arts will present "Floating Metal: UNDERcurrents In My Father’s Garden," an immersive exhibition featuring nia love's dance performances from Aug.
27-29 and a live camera obscura installation. The free event lets visitors experience dance, jazz, video projection, and sculpture (reservations required).
Marcus Nicolas won the Leon County School Board District 5 race on Tuesday night, defeating James Reilly with 4,380 votes (71.58%) across 16 reporting precincts as final counts await certification.
Tallahassee firefighters distributed water to students and families moving into FAMU & FSU dorms today to help beat the heat as move-in day unfolded.
The effort eased the stress of settling in and supported a smooth start to the new school year.
Leon County Schools hired Caissa K-12 to survey families and study why enrollment is dropping to guide improvements.
The district hopes new data will reverse declining student numbers that have led to multimillion-dollar budget shortfalls.
Leon County Commission Chair Christian Caban was elected as Tallahassee State College’s board chair during a Monday meeting.
He said TSC played an important role in his life — a point that makes his new role especially meaningful.
Florida State University professor Pamela Keel said her study shows GLP-1 drugs may help lower binge-eating by fixing lower hormone release — a finding that could shape new treatment for bulimia.
FSU Health Lifestyle Medicine Clinic is accepting registrations for a 12-week LEADR program starting Aug.
26 to help people with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes make lasting health changes. A free preview event is held today from 2 to 4 p.m. at 1630 Riggins Road.
Experts warn that waiting until a storm nears, focusing only on wind risks, and not planning for extended power loss remain common hurricane prep mistakes among residents.
Officials advise checking evacuation zones, stocking emergency supplies, and keeping gas tanks full - measures crucial during hurricane season.
Florida State freshman receiver Jasen Lopez impressed coaches in preseason camp with his strong work ethic and athletic background, using his basketball skills to generate explosive plays and earn a role in the upcoming opener against New Mexico State on Aug.
29.
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