Good morning, Tallahassee.

Jefferson County Animal Control held an adoption event at Tractor Supply today that finalized one dog adoption and is working on matching several more dogs with new homes; the event also offered vouchers for spay and neuter services and more events are planned for the near future.

A proposed Buc-ee's near I-10 cleared regulatory and environmental hurdles and will face its final review by Leon County's Development Review Committee before year end.

The project plans to preserve 131 acres, add new turn lanes + a traffic light, and create over 200 jobs for the community.

LeMoyne Arts will dedicate two sculptures today, Aug.

22 at 10 a.m. at 125 N. Gadsden St, featuring works from local artists T.D. Giddings and Mark Dickson, and will host Muffins & Mimosas and Artist Talk from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the gallery following the dedication.

TSC canceled two theatre productions and in-person courses on the first day of classes, causing academic and financial stress among students (the cancellations occurred on Aug.

21) and prompting community feedback. The college later reinstated one production but has not explained the initial cuts.

Hundreds of students faced delays at Perla student housing as city inspections were not completed in time; they will receive hotel rooms (with rent credits and per diem) until a new move-in day on Aug.

28, even though classes start Aug. 24.

Former USF political scientist Susan MacManus said Angie Nixon’s big primary win came from local support from women before a November election against incumbent Moody.

She warned that wrong use of AI in campaign ads — already seen in local races — could cut voter turnout.

The FDA upgraded nearly 1.6 million dozen recalled eggs to a Class I warning after a salmonella outbreak sickened 98 people, but the recalled eggs — sold in Texas and Louisiana — did not reach Florida.

Consumers are advised to check labels and return affected products for full refunds.

Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced cancer innovation grant funds available for next year—and the list of researchers selected to receive the awards.

Applications for the $70M funding program are now open as his administration continues to boost cancer research investments.

A new fast-casual spot 2 Clucks is now open at 799 W Gaines, serving fried chicken, burgers, fries and shakes made for local tastes.

It operates from 11 a.m. until late on Sunday to Thursday and until 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.

A 100-acre Tallahassee estate with a custom-built baseball field, 6,000 sqft home, and outdoor amenities was listed for $9.63 million yesterday.

The owner plans to move on after decades on the land, and Jon Kohler & Associates will manage the sale.

Florida State football is set for a turnaround — quarterback Ashton Daniels and linebacker Chris Jones are expected to boost the team, which faces tough matchups starting Aug.

29 while coach Mike Norvell’s future depends on winning games.

Redshirt freshman Mike Peterson Jr. (a former walk-on for the Gators) transferred to FAMU and is already making a mark as a wide receiver at preseason camp; he will play in a mock game today on Ken Riley Field at Bragg Memorial Stadium.