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Local leaders say if Amendment 3 passes in November, Leon County could lose roughly 30 % of its property tax revenue — cuts that may force fewer funds for arts events like festivals and concerts.

The measure would also adjust tax rules by increasing homestead exemptions for homeowners.

On Thursday, Oct. 17, FSU's Club Downunder transformed the Student Union into a cozy jazz lounge with live shows, themed mocktails, and pink lighting to ease midterm stress.

Five student musicians filled the night with soulful solos that drew cheers from their peers.

Local artist Beverly Harding, whose paintings helped her overcome a stage 4 cancer diagnosis, is featured at the TWS Brush Strokes Exhibition at City Hall Gallery from Oct.

2 to Nov. 30 (free event held Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.), offering a look into her inspiring journey.

On Saturday, the annual Filipino Festival at Tom Brown Park attracted about 6,000 to 7,000 people and featured 37 vendors and professional artists from the Philippines.

The City Commission kept festival funding — maintaining the current DEI policy amid law changes.

Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare will honor its expanding Spiritual Care team during Pastoral Care Week from Oct.

18 to Oct. 24 by hosting a luncheon for its ten dedicated providers led by Rev. Wendy Wyche & recognizing their award-winning integration of spiritual care into patient support.

Leon Lions won a double-overtime game against Lincoln Friday night, improving to 7-0 and ending a 27-year streak against their rival — key plays by Caleb Knipple and Markeith Buggs secured the win.

The Florida A&M Rattlers lost 27—17 against Jackson State after five turnovers hurt their upset bid, as the Tigers led with key plays.

The team will return home next weekend at Bragg Memorial Stadium for a Homecoming Saturday showdown with Arkansas-Pine Bluff.

Florida State fell to Miami 43-35 in double overtime as officials ruled out two near game-tying fourth-down plays during the contest.

The loss left FSU with a sub-.500 record ahead of their bye week.

Florida State’s star running back Ousmane Kromah was carted off the field with a left ankle injury during last night’s game against Miami that ended in a 14-14 tie at halftime.

The setback deepens the team’s backfield challenges as FSU works to adjust its offense for upcoming contests.