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Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Down Syndrome Foundation of Tallahassee said it will host its annual Buddy Walk on Saturday to bring the community together and raise awareness about Down syndrome. City and Leon County leaders said the county will have the option to purchase fire stations 10—15 at a discounted rate when the current firefighting contract ends in 2028. WCTV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Nic's Toggery celebrated its 75th anniversary on Sept. 30 as the family business marked decades of service to local men with three locations (one just steps from the Capitol). Family members recalled lessons and memories from generations of dedication that have kept the store a Tallahassee staple. Tallahassee Democrat
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tallahassee’s Corrin Elise Hobbs, who won Miss Juneteenth Florida two months ago in Orlando, will compete for the national crown on Saturday, October 11 in Galveston, Texas—she plans to bring her focus on fighting food insecurity into the spotlight if she wins. Her campaign emphasizes her personal experience with this issue and aims to address the challenge across the country. WFSU
- ➤ Local musicians and FSU College of Music hosted the charity concert Amps Not Arms last Friday at the Owen F. Sellers Music Amphitheater—organized by TMIC—to support victims of gun violence. The event featured nine groups ranging from emerging local bands to student ensembles and showed a strong community effort. FSU News
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ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Florida’s tax collections in August reached $3.874 billion, exceeding forecasts by 3.4% and adding $127.1 million more than expected, a report from the Legislature’s Office of Economic & Demographic Research said. Sales-tax receipts were $3.012 billion while state investment, insurance, and documentary stamp taxes also surpassed predictions. Tallahassee Reports
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Leon County high school students will have their school days extended by 10 minutes starting October 14—adding needed instructional time after past weather closures left seniors short of required hours. Individual schools will set new bell schedules and adjust start and end times—ensuring students meet the state mandate. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ FAMU students Xaria Miller and Yerimiah Evans organized a protest outside the Historic Capitol on Oct. 4 at 1:00 p.m.—raising issues about HBCU death threats, racial profiling and immigrant rights following Trey Reed’s death. They said future demonstrations will lobby against discriminatory policies and strengthen support for affected students. FSU News
- ➤ Former FAMU student Elijah Hooks was arrested for trespassing on Sept.17 after trying to speak at a Board of Trustees meeting and was expelled, prompting students to gather at the Eternal Flame monument on Oct.2—questioning the administration's claims and fueling a petition for justice. FSU News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City Commissioner Dianne Williams-Cox said FAMU and TSC should have a board seat in the new academic medical center to rebuild trust after the loss of FAMU hospital in the 1970s and added she is open to a deal that avoids confrontation—while TMH and FSU work through the details. Tallahassee Democrat
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare is leading community events to teach about early detection — one in eight women will be diagnosed with the disease. The American Cancer Society will hold the Making Strides event at 2 p.m. Oct. 19 in Cascades Park to help people learn how to lower their risk. Tallahassee Democrat
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ College football recruiting in Florida was shaken up last weekend when Florida beat Texas and Miami beat FSU, giving coach Napier and Miami a boost as they secured support from key recruits. The games set the stage for Signing Day in December when teams will add top talent. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Local volleyball teams Chiles and Community Christian have both topped 20 wins this season—Chiles holds a 21-1 record and Community Christian a 20-4 mark, and both now look toward the FHSAA district tournaments beginning Oct. 13. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Florida State head coach Mike Norvell said his team must fix costly turnovers and penalties that led to back-to-back losses against Miami and Virginia. He expects the players to deliver their best game when they face Pitt at noon on Saturday at Doak Campbell Stadium—he stressed accountability as key to a win. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Florida State basketball has signed wing prospect Lajae Jones after his standout season at junior colleges and St. Bonaventure, and he is now practicing with new teammates today. He is gearing up for home games on Nov. 4 and Nov. 7 at the Donald L. Tucker Center — his addition is expected to boost the Seminoles as they aim for a national championship. FSU News
- ➤ After Florida State lost consecutive games to Virginia and Miami, their playoff hopes are at risk and coach Mike Norvell said the team will work hard to improve. The best-case plan is to win upcoming games including a noon contest with Pittsburgh — a strong win there could revive playoff talks while a loss would lead to a modest season and bowl game chance. 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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