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Saturday, September 27th, 2025
Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ 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. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ 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. WCTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 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. WFSU Public Media
- ➤ 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. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ 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. Tallahassee Democrat
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. Tallahassee Democrat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ 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. WCTV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. Tallahassee Reports
- ➤ 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. Tallahassee Democrat
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Michael Miller Band at Friday Night Block Party
6-10 p.m. — Bowden's — No entry fee — Enjoy country tunes from the Michael Miller Band at this local block party.
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