Good morning, Tallahassee.

Today, Wawa opens its fourth store at 5431 Capital Circle S.W. at 8 a.m.—the store will give away T‑shirts, free coffee through Sept.14 and host a hoagie building contest for the first 100 customers and local first responders; the company plans to open seven Tallahassee locations over the next three to five years.

At the final budget hearing on Tuesday, Sept.

9 at 6 p.m. in the Aquilina Howell building, the Leon County School Board approved its $647 million spending plan for the 2025-26 school year. The plan reduces the property tax rate from 5.384 mills to 5.366 mills — lowering the tax for a $200,000 home to about $1,073 while funding comes from state, federal, and local sources.

Florida State University College of Business kept its top spot among public schools for accounting and finance on Niche’s 2026 Best Colleges for Accounting and Finance in America list and came in third on the Best Colleges for Business list—earning high marks in Academics, Athletics, Professors and Student Life. The college said its focus on student success and plans for a new building opening in January will help students do well after school.

Florida State University will honor 15 outstanding alumni during Homecoming weekend from Oct.

31 to Nov. 2 with an Alumni Awards ceremony on Friday at Goodwood Museum and Gardens and a Homecoming Breakfast on Saturday to present the Grads Made Good Award. The events will feature honorees whose achievements embody the Seminole spirit — inspiring students and alumni alike.

Florida Gov. DeSantis announced on Sept.

8 that the state’s first-ever Second Amendment Sales Tax Holiday began to exempt sales taxes on qualifying hunting, fishing and camping supplies. The holiday will run until Dec. 31 and covers items such as firearms, ammunition and outdoor gear — a measure designed to help buyers keep more of their money.

Attorneys for January and Jeffrey Littlejohn filed a petition urging the U.S. Supreme Court to review a Leon County school case over a 13-year-old student who was assigned new pronouns without the parents' knowledge—alleging that the school’s secret update of records violates parental rights. The petition, submitted last week, calls on the high court to resolve differing appellate interpretations of the shock-the-conscience test in similar cases.

Leon County Supervisor of Elections Mark Earley launched a redesigned website that improves stability—ensuring voters can access election information smoothly after past outages.

The new site features enhanced accessibility and mobile support to keep Leon residents informed before and on election day.

Earley's Kitchen, known for 40 years of southern-style breakfast and lunch, began dinner service yesterday at 1458 S.

Monroe St—offering an upscale tableside dining experience with a refreshed menu and new staff after recent renovations.

FAMU football will host undefeated Albany State on Saturday, Sept.

13th at 7 p.m. at Ken Riley Field at Bragg Memorial Stadium as the Rattlers aim to restore a 23-game home winning streak—once a symbol of their dominance—and build momentum for a SWAC Championship run. Head coach James Colzie III said the team needs a home win to regain confidence after an 0-2 start.

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.

Kreature's Fall Festival — Toasty Taiyaki

2-6 p.m. — Common Ground Books — Cost varies — Celebrate autumn with colorful attire, unique vendors, and delicious food at a lively market.

Awakening Events: Christian Music Concerts

7-11 p.m. — Donald L. Tucker Civic Center — Ticketed event — Experience uplifting performances at this exciting evening of Christian music.