Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of October.
Good morning, Tallahassee.
The 10th annual Patrol Stroll First Responders Fashion Show took place Oct.
15 at Ponce De Leon Park, where five sheriffs from surrounding counties pledged support for ALLin for a Cure. Local first responders hosted the event, which has raised over $250K in its past decade.
Tallahassee Animal Service Center hosts Furry Friday this weekend to help dogs like Marley Jane, Pure, Osiris, and Boo find new homes.
Visit the shelter across from Tom Brown Park at 1125 Easterwood Drive between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. (appointment options available on other days).
Chiles High School hosted 'The Greatest Homecoming' dance on Friday, Oct.
16, where students gathered at Dorothy B. Oven Park and Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park before moving to the gym for photos and celebrating homecoming spirit.
Florida residents are advised to prepare for power outages as El Niño may bring severe storms and tornadoes this winter.
The checklist recommends stocking up on water, nonperishable food, flashlights and a battery-powered radio.
Senator Bernie Sanders will visit The Moon (a local venue) on Sunday, Oct.
18 to support state Rep. Angie Nixon in a rally; doors open at 6:00 p.m. and Sanders will speak at 8:00 p.m. as part of his Florida tour.
The Florida Department of Health reported 368 locally acquired dengue cases from Oct.
4 through Oct. 10 in eight counties, including Leon County under a mosquito-borne illness advisory. Public health officials advise residents to remove standing water + use repellent to reduce mosquito breeding.
Leon Lions ended a 28-year losing streak against the Lincoln Trojans by winning in double overtime on Saturday, marking a historic moment for the local team.
On Oct. 15, three Leon County volleyball teams claimed district titles when Community Christian beat L.E.A.D Academy 25-11 (25-12, 25-12), Florida High beat North Bay Haven 25-17 (25-17, 25-12) and Chiles beat Leon 25-16 (25-11, 25-8).
FAMU football will face Jackson State today at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium during Jackson State's homecoming game & hope to advance in the SWAC race where three teams are tied at No. 1.
The FSU women's soccer team returns to Top 25 after a 3-1 win over Clemson on Oct.
4 — they rallied after three ties dropped them from the poll. Head coach Brian Pensky praised the reshaped roster's progress led by goalkeeper Kate Ockene.
On Oct. 16, the Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act — a law that limits athlete compensation, free transfers, and college sports careers to 5 years at schools such as FSU while giving post-career medical coverage and a 10-year degree guarantee.
The House will review it after the midterm election.
Florida State football faces Miami today at Hard Rock Stadium at 7 p.m. after a tough loss, as quarterback Ashton Daniels and his team aim to break an 11-game road losing streak by fixing defensive gaps and boosting their offensive play.
The game is key for turning their season around.
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