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Today’s edition · Tues., Nov. 3

FSU fires Mike Norvell; Stockstill takes over as interim coach

Plus, polls are open until 7 p.m. and Tharpe Street lands a $23.5 million federal grant

The Daily Tallahassee team2 stories14 sources5 min read

FSU FootballTop story

FSU fires football coach Mike Norvell a day after a 36-⁠24 loss to Clemson

Norvell's FSU tenure by the numbers

41-39
Norvell's overall record at FSU
23-30
his record in ACC play at FSU
85%
of his remaining contract is owed
10-22
FSU's record since the start of 2024

Sources: Tomahawk Nation, WCTV, baynews9.com

If you were off the grid Sunday: Florida State fired head coach Mike Norvell a day after a 36-24 home loss to Clemson left the Seminoles 3-5. Defensive coordinator Tony White and safeties coach Evan Cooper were fired too. Norvell, who led FSU to an undefeated regular season and ACC title in 2023, was in his seventh season.

The bill is steep. FSU owes 85% of what's left on his contract, in full or in monthly installments through 2031, and estimates run from just over $46 million to roughly $50 million. President Richard McCullough called it “a big business decision.” He has hired Daniel Parker of Parker & Associates to lead searches for a football coach and an athletic director at the same time.

  • Against Clemson: FSU was a five-point favorite
  • Power 4 record this fall: 1-5
  • Athletic director Michael Alford: fired Sept. 14
  • Clemson: has won 10 of its last 11 against FSU

FSU wins fell from 13 in 2023 to 2 in 2024

Sources: Tomahawk Nation, Tallahassee Democrat

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FSU wins per season (2026 so far)
20203
20215
202210
202313
20242
20255
20263

FSU Football

Rick Stockstill, a former FSU quarterback, will coach the Seminoles' final four games

If you grew up on Bobby Bowden's teams, you know the new guy. Rick Stockstill quarterbacked FSU from 1977 to 1981, then spent 18 years as Middle Tennessee's head coach and 23 as a Division I assistant. He's in his third season on FSU's staff and now runs the team as interim head coach.

Four FSU coaching roles are changing hands

RoleNowReplaces
Interim head coachRick StockstillMike Norvell
Interim defensive coordinatorErnie SimsTony White
Interim safeties coachGreg MossEvan Cooper
Offensive play-callerTim Harris Jr.Mike Norvell

Source: WCTV

Interim Athletic Director said “he gives us the best chance for the last four games.” McCullough and Warwick said winning is still the priority, with bowl eligibility within reach. Their remaining schedule ends with Florida on Nov. 27.

  • Middle Tennessee record: 113-111, with 10 bowl appearances
  • Conference Coach of the Year: three times at Middle Tennessee
  • FSU Athletics Hall of Fame: inducted in 2019
  • FSU career passing touchdowns: fifth on the program's list

FSU plays four more games, starting Saturday at Boston College

  1. Nov. 7FSU plays at Boston College at noon on ACC Network.
  2. Nov. 13FSU plays at Pittsburgh.
  3. Nov. 21FSU plays NC State.
  4. Nov. 27FSU plays Florida.

Sources: Tallahassee Democrat, WFSU News

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Election Day

Polls are open today from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and early voting has wrapped up. WCTV compiled links to the supervisor of elections pages for 11 Big Bend counties, including Leon, so you can find your polling place, and you'll need a physical, valid photo ID. WCTV

FSU Health

FSU unveiled its $137.5 million Health Research and Collaboration Building on Fri., Oct. 30, on the Tallahassee Memorial Hospital campus. The four-story, 137,000-square-foot building is named for Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson, and FSU officials project it will support more than 350 permanent jobs. Tallahassee Reports

Tharpe Street

secured a $23.5 million federal grant for Tharpe Street sidewalks, turn lanes, drainage upgrades and traffic-safety technology, through the federal Safe Streets and Roads for All program. The award lets Blueprint move forward about seven years earlier than scheduled. Tallahassee Reports

Federal money covers most of the $32.5 million for Tharpe Street

Source: Tallahassee Reports

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Federal grant$23.5 million72.3%
Local investment$9 million27.7%

Auto refunds

If you had Infinity Auto insurance, a $46 million refund is coming within 60 days, Florida's says. The insurer collected too much profit in 2023, 2024 and 2025, which triggers the state's excessive profits law. Insurance Commissioner Mike Yaworsky said additional refunds could follow. Tampa Bay 28Florida’s Voice

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A community center that has been around for a century has plenty of stories, and the Fort Braden Community Center wants yours. It's throwing a 100-year celebration on Saturday, Nov. 7, with food, music and outdoor games, plus a look back at the Old Fort Braden School. Neighbors are also being asked to share historical photos of the area. Happy birthday, Fort Braden.

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Daily Tallahasseeto me · Tues., Nov. 36:00 a.m.

FSU fires Mike Norvell; Stockstill takes over as interim coach

Plus, polls are open until 7 p.m. and Tharpe Street lands a $23.5 million federal grant

The TLDR

  1. FSU fires Mike Norvell a day after the loss to Clemson
  2. Rick Stockstill will coach FSU's final four games
  3. Polls are open today from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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