Good morning, Tallahassee.

BLND, a new sandwich and smoothie shop, opened on Aug.

11 at 815 Madison St in CollegeTown — the eatery offers dirty sodas, smoothies, and paninis that have quickly become popular with local college students.

Florida educators and nonprofits faced a 30% funding cut in 40% of school districts that reduced afterschool services on the first day of classes.

In Leon County, Brooke Brunner said the district must manage with half-a-million dollars less funding—while the Children's Services Council of Leon stepped in to cover the gap until the end of the school year.

Lee Corso retired from College GameDay on August 30 after a long career at FSU that saw him play football, baseball, and a bit of basketball—he earned the nickname Sunshine Scooter, set school records, and was inducted into the FSU Athletics Hall of Fame.

Florida A&M will face Howard in the Orange Blossom Classic this season as the Rattlers, coming off a 7 to 5 record under coach James Colzie and practicing in Tallahassee's heat, aim to repeat their win from the 2023 Black national championship rematch.

RJ Johnson will start at quarterback while Eden James leads the offense as they prepare for the game.

Lee Corso, a longtime College GameDay panelist and Florida State alum, was the only one who correctly picked the Seminoles to beat Alabama on August 30 at Doak Campbell Stadium—his final pick came as the Seminoles upset the Crimson Tide 31-17.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Hails with Edgehill Concert

8-10 p.m. — 926 Bar & Grill — Ticket prices vary — Experience an intimate evening of live music featuring The Hails and Edgehill.

Danitza and Dionysus

9:30 p.m. — Fire Betty's — $10 Cover — Experience a night of Latin-infused R&B blended with Jazz-Funk grooves.