Good morning, Tallahassee.

Tallahassee was designated a JustServe City on Sept.

9 after Mayor John Dailey presented a proclamation to representatives from the Church of Latter-day Saints, joining a national network that honors volunteer service + strengthens local community ties.

Local dance artist Sarah Peng will perform a traditional Korean dance at the Experience Asia Festival on Sept.

26 at Tom Brown Park, showcasing Asian culture & innovative choreography alongside free live music and vendor booths.

Proposals for new luxury student housing are threatening the historic Railroad Square arts district, which hosts monthly community events.

The new Perla building, delayed for fall, already displaced hundreds of students (raising concerns about long-term cultural loss) and may change the neighborhood’s creative landscape.

Canadian-American commentator David Brooks spoke at FSU on Sept.

10 about leadership and higher education's role in civil discourse with FSU President McCullough at Ruby Diamond Concert Hall; his talk offered insights on bridging cultural divisions and inspiring student engagement.

FSU is adapting its course pacing for freshmen who earn advanced credits — allowing them to achieve junior standing quickly with programs like Degree in Three and More in Four.

The university offers specialized advising and priority registration to help students manage credit loads and financial aid challenges as they plan early graduation.

The Florida Lotto drawing on Saturday, Sept.

12 saw the jackpot climb to $8.75 million after multiple rollovers — winning numbers were announced after 11:15 p.m. ET when the drawing aired from Tallahassee, and tickets for the next drawing on Wednesday, Sept. 16 are now on sale.

Montford Mustangs won today by a 26—6 score over Swift Creek Wolves at Chiles High School, extending their unbeaten streak in Leon County middle school football.

AJ Henry and DJ Read scored touchdowns to boost the win.

Lincoln Trojans held on for a 26-25 win Friday at Gene Cox Stadium as the team, playing backup quarterback (after an injury), relied on strong running plays and a key interception to halt Rickards’ late rally.

FSU is off this week and will return on Saturday, Sept.

19, with a 3:30 p.m. game at Alabama as coach Mike Norvell seeks to spark improvement after a rocky start that included a two hour stadium delay. More ACC challenges lie ahead.