Monday, September 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An older sedan caught fire on I-10 West near mile marker 183 on Sunday afternoon, slowing traffic and leading to a chain-reaction crash when a 20-year-old Tallahassee driver in a Jeep hit the burning car — three drivers were seriously injured and one passenger was airlifted to Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. WCTV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Florida Publix supermarkets are open on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 1—running with regular hours from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. so shoppers can pick up items for Holiday cookouts. Tallahassee Democrat
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Tallahassee Police Department said that a man was injured in a shooting—one person was arrested on Saturday evening. WCTV
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ FSU football linebacker Juice Cryer said the Seminoles worked hard during their upset over Alabama—he stressed that effort was the key to the win. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Florida State named former guard Luke Loucks as its new head coach to replace Leonard Hamilton after the season spanning 2024 to 2025. Loucks, who coached in the NBA+ played at FSU, will bring strength training methods and focus on building team unity for improved performance. FSU News
- ➤ FAMU football lost 10-9 to Howard on August 30 at Hard Rock Stadium when Howard’s kicker made a walk-off 43-yard field goal—coach James Colzie III said the team must work harder as the Rattlers will play Florida Atlantic at 6 p.m. on Sept. 6. Tallahassee Democrat
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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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