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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Tallahassee Greek Food Festival, initiated in 1982 to support a local church, has grown into an annual celebration of Greek culture and cuisine in the city.  Tallahassee Democrat
  • A Tallahassee laundromat partners with LaundryCares Foundation to offer a free laundry and literacy event for families, featuring a new reading corner for children.  Tallahassee Democrat

CRIME NEWS

  • Joseph Williams was arrested in west Tallahassee for attempted homicide and armed auto burglary after allegedly shooting at a car owner during an attempted vehicle break-in.  Tallahassee Democrat

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Ebrahim Ahmadisharaf, a FAMU-FSU College of Engineering faculty, was honored with an Early-Career Research Fellowship by the National Academies for his impactful research on flood prediction and pollution control under climate change.  Florida State University

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Florida State Professor, Dr. Jeff Chanton explains the link between climate change and stronger hurricanes.  WFSU

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Early voting begins in Leon County with nearly 18,000 votes already counted, and local City Commissioner Jeremy Matlow's PAC receives a significant donation.  Tallahassee Reports
  • Early voting in Florida sees high turnout with over 377,000 voters on the first day amidst warnings against voter intimidation, which is a felony punishable by law.  Tallahassee Democrat

SPORTS NEWS

  • FAMU football seeks to bounce back and keep championship hopes alive in a SWAC rivalry game against the undefeated Southern Jaguars.  Tallahassee Democrat

EVENTS

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  • FREE Halloween Symphony Spooktacular

    Experience a fun-filled evening with trick-or-treating, costumes, games, food, and a concert at the Adderley Amphitheater.

    Fri, 10/25/24

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  • TFP Food Festival: Shop Local, Shop Small

    Experience a vibrant celebration of local and independent artists featuring live entertainment, food, and interactive activities at The Fuzzy Pineapple.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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  • Star Wars: A New Hope Concert

    Experience the iconic film 'Star Wars: A New Hope' accompanied by live orchestral music at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center.

    Sun, 10/27/24

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  • Wolfpack Homecoming Celebration 2024

    Experience the vibrant festivities of the FAMU Homecoming, a week-long celebration filled with Rattler spirit and community engagement.

    Mon, 10/28/24

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  • 2024 Fall Career Fair at Lively Technical College

    Explore exciting career opportunities and connect with local employers at the 2024 Fall Career Fair designed for students and job seekers.

    Tue, 10/29/24

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  • 2024 Homecoming Comedy Show at FAMU

    Experience a night of laughter and entertainment at the 2024 Homecoming Comedy Show, hosted at the FAMU Al Lawson Jr. Multipurpose Center in Tallahassee.

    Wed, 10/30/24

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  • GloRilla Live in Concert at FAMU

    Experience a live performance by GloRilla at the Alfred Lawson Jr. Multipurpose Center in Tallahassee.

    Thu, 10/31/24

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  • Michael Miller Band Live at Tally Fish House

    Experience the energetic performance of the Michael Miller Band at the Tally Fish House & Oyster Bar in Tallahassee.

    Fri, 11/1/24

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  • North Carolina vs Florida State Football Matchup

    Experience an exciting college football matchup between North Carolina and Florida State at Doak S. Campbell Stadium.

    Sat, 11/2/24

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  • Tye Tribbett Live in Concert

    Experience the dynamic musical talent of two-time Grammy Award winner Tye Tribbett, renowned for his high-energy performances that resonate across generations.

    Sun, 11/3/24

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