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Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Donna Adelson is back in court today for the fifth day of her trial over the murder-for-hire plot that killed her ex son-in-law Dan Markel—state investigators presented email evidence linking her to the case while a large crowd filled every seat. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ A Tallahassee man pleaded guilty to multiple federal charges from two incidents involving drugs and firearms — including a fatal shooting — and he faces at least 10 years in prison with sentencing set for 10 a.m. on Nov. 17 at the U.S. Courthouse. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ A Lincoln High School student was detained Monday after a handgun was found in his parked car on campus—marking the third weapons incident in two school days as school resource officers confiscated the weapon and questioned him following his admission of possession. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Florida officials announced a surge in immigration enforcement at semi-truck checkpoints after a fatal Aug. 12 crash killed three when an undocumented truck driver made an illegal U-turn—tougher measures and more troopers will be deployed along state roads. ABC 27
- ➤ On Friday, Leon County deputies said a 15-year-old Godby High student was arrested when a teacher found a .45 revolver in his bag after he left class without permission—while a 17-year-old Rickards High student was removed from class when officials found a taser and pepper spray in her belongings—both were taken to a juvenile assessment center. Tallahassee Reports
- ➤ On Monday, Aug 25, 2025, witnesses testified in Tallahassee during day two of Donna Adelson’s trial—she faces charges in the 2014 murder-for-hire of FSU law professor Dan Markel. Tallahassee Democrat
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Florida State University named Steve McDowell as interim dean of its Graduate School — he will manage daily operations while the university starts a national search for a permanent leader later this academic year. Florida State University
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Florida advocacy groups and business leaders urged GOP Congress to extend enhanced premium tax credits, warning that 2.2 million residents risk losing coverage if the credits expire at year's end. They said nearly half of the 4.7 million marketplace enrollees could face premium hikes (up to 75%) without the credits. Tallahassee Democrat
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, the Tallahassee Leon Babe Ruth 13u baseball team won its fourth World Series title with a 13-5 win over Stamford in Jamestown—after trailing 5-4, they scored eight runs in the fifth inning and ended the season 14-0. Preston Cooksey was named tournament MVP. WCTV
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Fall 2025 Backyard Gardening Series
6-8 p.m. — UF/IFAS Leon County Extension — Registration required — Explore gardening techniques and enjoy a hands-on planting experience.
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Titans Rise Gala
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Goodwood Museum & Gardens — RSVP required — Celebrate local heroes in essential trades and culinary arts at a casual gala.
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Steve Sternberg Piano Concert
1:30-7:30 p.m. — Westminster Oaks — Admission details not specified — Experience the energetic and moving piano music of Tallahassee's own Steve Sternberg.
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Linux Fundamentals GL120 Training Class
Mon-Sep 22 to Fri-Sep 26 — Next Step Healthcare Training LLC. — Check event page for pricing — Deepen your Linux knowledge with hands-on instruction in a comprehensive class covering a wide range of topics.
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