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Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tallahassee residents using ParkMobile may get a $1 credit in their account from a class action settlement after the March 2021 data breach—users must redeem the discount code by Oct. 8 for a $0.25 discount per use up to four times. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ FSU’s InNOLEvation® Mindset Podcast—launched in November 2020—has nearly 75,000 downloads and gives student entrepreneurs and local business owners a platform to share startup stories. Jim Moran College professor Mark McNees leads the podcast and highlights innovative work such as the FSU iGEM team’s effort with a breathalyzer for TMAU. Florida State University
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Florida State University's official campus radio station, WVFS, is located on the top floor of the Diffenbaugh building and brings underground music and live broadcasts to students and community members. It runs 24-hour broadcasts and gives FSU students—helping them gain hands-on experience in news, production, and more. FSU News
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ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Florida gas prices averaged $3.02 a gallon Monday—a 5-cent increase from the previous week—as AAA reported that retailers adjust rates to maintain profitable margins. The data shows that fluctuations will continue as changes in demand lead to further price adjustments. CBS News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Leon County prosecutors have started a grand jury probe into possible wrongdoing with the Hope Florida program—subpoenas were sent to witnesses for the week of Oct. 13 as the investigation follows records from an earlier state House probe on a $10 million grant. WFSU Public Media
- ➤ Florida’s Sunshine Law now has new exemptions that protect personal details of elected officials and allow fintech companies to test products, with some changes taking effect on July 1 and others renewing on Oct. 1—these measures will impact public record access across state agencies. The law continues to require government meetings and records to be accessible while reviewing exemptions every five years. WFSU Public Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Florida State University chemist Robert Lazenby received a $2,000,695 NIH award today to fund five years of work developing nanoscale imaging tools that study cell communication—efforts that may lead to improved diagnosis and treatments for diseases like diabetes and cancer. The project will measure molecules in living cells and give his lab the flexibility to explore multiple ideas as discoveries emerge. Florida State University
- ➤ Leon County health inspectors gave 3 Tallahassee restaurants perfect scores during the week of Sept. 29-Oct. 5 while closing 3 for safety problems and marking 5 as failing their initial test. Inspectors noted issues like rodent droppings and poor food storage — violations that need corrective action. Tallahassee Democrat
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ FSU football head coach Mike Norvell said his team learned key lessons from two straight losses—he warned players must work harder to fix mistakes for upcoming games. His comments set the tone as FSU prepares to improve its play in future matchups. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Florida State swimming and diving opened their season on Sept. 26 at the FSU Invite with 44 event wins as sophomores Michel Arkhangelesky and Maryn McDade earned ACC honors—boosting team momentum. The Seminoles will compete at Georgia Tech on Oct. 17 during the Dual Meet Tournament and return for the All Florida Invite on Oct. 24. FSU News
- ➤ Miami rose to number one in the ACC rankings after beating Florida State, which fell out of the top three following a tough week. Virginia and Georgia Tech climbed the list as other teams shifted positions—setting up new matchups ahead. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ FSU football has updated its depth chart for its game against Pitt on Saturday, Oct. 11 at Doak Campbell Stadium—true freshman Shamar Arnoux is now a co-starter at safety, Lawayne McCoy is the sole starting receiver, and Deante McCray has earned a spot at defensive end after a 28–22 loss to Miami last week. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ FAMU football will host North Carolina Central this Saturday, Oct. 11 at 3 p.m. on Ken Riley Field at Bragg Memorial Stadium as the Rattlers seek to overcome a start of one win and three losses and decide on a new quarterback—head coach Colzie said improved play will boost team confidence for the season ahead. Tallahassee Democrat
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Bryce Mauldin Concert
9 PM - 1 AM — Bowden's — Tickets available — Experience Bryce Mauldin's country vibes live in Tallahassee.
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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.
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Florida Music Showcase: Danitza & Friends
7:30-10:30 p.m. — 926 Bar & Grill — $ — Enjoy a lively music showcase featuring local bands from Florida.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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One Year Celebration at Solitude Sauna Studio
Free Community Wellness Event — Oct 17-19, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Solitude Sauna Studio — Free entry — Celebrate wellness with yoga, pilates, breathwork, and complimentary sauna sessions.
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