Sunday, September 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Tallahassee chapter of the Nashville Songwriters Association International, founded by Ron Patrick in 1997, has held benefit concerts to raise funds for local nonprofits and to bring healing after the mass shooting at FSU on April 17. The group will perform on Sept. 11 at Challenger Learning Center’s Fogg Planetarium at 7 p.m.—continuing its commitment to support local music and community efforts. Tallahassee Democrat
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ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bill McKibben launched his new book 'Here Comes the Sun: A Last Chance for the Climate and a Fresh Chance for Civilization' on Aug. 19, highlighting how solar power is now both cheap and available—he believes that taking action now can help slow climate harm. His ideas build to Sun Day on Sept. 21, which will focus on rallying community efforts for clean energy. Tallahassee Democrat
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida State football posted 729 yards of total offense and scored 10 straight touchdowns in a 77-3 blowout of East Texas A&M on September 6 at Doak Campbell Stadium—tying a program record with a 74-point margin. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Florida State football honored freshman linebacker Ethan Pritchard with sweatbands showing his number and a jersey at the pregame coin toss against East Texas A&M on Saturday, Sept. 6—this honor follows his being shot in the back of the head last Sunday while driving a family member home, and he is now monitored at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ FSU defensive coordinator Tony White said he was moved by his first gameday at Doak Campbell Stadium on Aug. 31 when his team upset Alabama and stressed that miscommunications in the secondary needed fixing before their Sept. 6 game against East Texas A&M — he noted that despite strong physicality, there were still areas that required improvement. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ FAMU head football coach James Colzie said tough decisions were needed after the Rattlers started 0–2 with a 10–9 loss to Howard and a 56–14 defeat by FAU—he will soon decide whether to keep starter RJ Johnson III or try someone new at quarterback before the next home game. Tallahassee Democrat
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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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