Good morning, Tallahassee.

The Tallahassee Astronomical Society will host a free planetarium show called 'October Skies over Tallahassee' on Oct.4 at Fogg Planetarium—viewers will learn to find Orion and other bright sights in the sky.

Additional stargazing events are planned in October to explore the Moon and planets.

Florida Highway Patrol Trooper Craig A.

Gaines, a U.S. Navy veteran and FAMU football security lead, died Friday, Sept. 19 from complications after an on-field injury. His visitation is set for Sunday, Sept. 28 at Quincy’s Bradwell Mortuary and a celebration of life will be held Monday, Sept. 29 at Restoration Place Church—FAMU will honor his legacy with a pregame moment of silence today at the football game.

One year after Hurricane Helene, Taylor County nonprofit Rebuilding the American Dream has helped 79 families with $55,000 in donations to support those unable to rebuild their homes.

The group will host its second annual Toast for the Coast fundraiser on Nov. 19 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Hub at Feather Oaks—featuring food, music, and a silent auction.

On Thursday, September 25, a double celebration was held at John G.

Riley House and Museum in Tallahassee to mark its 135th anniversary and builder John Gilmore Riley’s 168th birthday — he was a leader in Florida's Black Masonic organization, an educator, and a businessperson who left a lasting legacy.

Multi-award-winning writer Marina Brown will launch her new poetry book 'Naked Thoughts', featuring 58 poems that explore beauty and loss, on Oct.

4 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Midtown Reader, 1123 Thomasville Road in Tallahassee—copies are available for $20 at Midtown Reader and My Favorite Books.

The MLK Foundation of Florida is marking its 40th anniversary with an event tomorrow at 10 a.m. at Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church on Lake Bradford Road — director Steve Beasley will receive a lifetime achievement award and local figures will be inducted while food is served.

The Leon County Main Library unveiled its renovated 30,000-square-foot second floor Friday, September 26th at 10:30 a.m.—featuring reservable multi-use rooms, a soundproof recording studio, and a Career Corner for workforce training.

The project was developed with community input and supported by the Leon County Board of County Commissioners as part of the Essential Libraries Initiative.

Florida will hold its first bear hunt in a decade this December, with over 163,000 applications competing for limited tags to harvest one bear per permit—residents will pay $100 while non-residents pay $300.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission will notify winners by October 6 and faces a lawsuit from opponents seeking to stop the hunt.

Florida State University and Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare are asking the City to transfer hospital ownership to FSU while TMH continues running daily operations; a city staff analysis noted that the deal could keep local patients from having to travel to Gainesville for care—public hearings will be held on October 1 at 9 a.m. and October 22 to review the agreement.

On September 25th, the Chiles volleyball team with a 20 to 1 record and ranked first in 5A beat the top-ranked Gulf Breeze Dolphins with an 18 to 2 record in a five-set away game that gave the Dolphins their second loss.

Lindsay Smith led the team with 26 kills as the Timberwolves overcame a first set loss of 25 to 23 and won a nail-biting fifth set 15 to 13—securing an important win in their season.

Florida State and Miami will meet on Oct.

4 at Doak Campbell Stadium at 7:30 p.m. for a high-demand college football game—ticket prices on secondary markets start at $450 with premium seats costing over $1,500.

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.

Michael Miller Band Performance

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Bannerman Crossings Shopping Center — Ticket info not specified — Experience the soulful sounds of country music from the Michael Miller Band.

Tally Tango Ultra-Endurance Bikepacking Adventure

11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. — 3430 Weems Rd, Tallahassee, FL — Route information purchase required — Experience Florida's first ultra-endurance bikepacking routes through scenic terrains.

Moon Over Maclay Concert

10 p.m. — Florida State University — Enjoy live music under the full moon rising over Lake Hall.

Bryce Mauldin Concert

9 PM - 1 AM — Bowden's — Tickets available — Experience Bryce Mauldin's country vibes live in Tallahassee.

GWTC Pine Run 20K Trail Race

7:30-10:30 a.m. — Tall Timbers — $25-$40 — Experience a challenging trail run through beautiful Florida pine forests with rucking options available.

Florida Music Showcase: Danitza & Friends

7:30-10:30 p.m. — 926 Bar & Grill — $ — Enjoy a lively music showcase featuring local bands from Florida.

Trevor Wallace Performance

8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Moon — $44 and up — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Trevor Wallace at a popular local venue.

The Thing With Feathers Concert

7-9 p.m. — 926 Bar & Grill — Check for ticket details — Enjoy an evening with the alt-rock and pop sounds of Nashville’s own The Thing With Feathers.

BABE HAVEN Live in Tallahassee

7:30-9:30 p.m. — 926 Bar & Grill — Ticket prices tba — Experience Boone NC’s BABE HAVEN performing tracks from their latest album 'Nuisance' along with local bands.