Good morning, Tallahassee.

Several Tallahassee organizations, including the Oasis Center for Women + Girls, Kids Incorporated, Bond Community Health Center, Little Sunshine Pantries, and Second Harvest, are asking residents to donate toys, food, clothing, and funds this holiday season to help families facing hardship from paused SNAP benefits and rising living costs.

Two FSU professors are raising money for two international graduate students who lost everything when their apartment burned down last week at Social Seminole — the students had only lived in Tallahassee for three months— and they started a fundraiser to help pay for basic needs as the tight-knit department offers its support.

FSU students have raised concerns over Gen AI—arguing that its use in classrooms weakens learning, undermines academic integrity, and harms the environment.

They warn that relying on the technology may lead to more plagiarism and reduce critical thinking skills.

Dry conditions have led several counties and cities—including Leon, Jefferson, Gadsden, Calhoun, Midway, and Bainbridge—to impose burn ban orders that restrict burning yard debris, campfires, and similar fires in Big Bend and South Georgia.

Leon County will allow burns approved by the Florida Forest Service—other areas remain under full restrictions.

Andrew Koutnik, a scientist at FSU who has managed type 1 diabetes for 17 years, says that a low-carb ketogenic diet helped him lower blood sugar swings and cut his insulin needs—he now urges doctors to use nutrition more in diabetes care.

His experience shows that food can work with insulin to improve health and prevent long-term complications.

Florida State confirmed that Mike Norvell remains as head coach although many fans disapproved on social media.

The Seminoles are 5-5 — one win away from bowl eligibility — and will face Florida at 4:30 p.m. on November 29 to secure a bowl game spot.

Florida State women's basketball lost 86—63 to Illinois Sunday at the Donald L.

Tucker Center, falling to a 3—4 record as junior guard Sole Williams scored 18 points. The Seminoles will play Missouri State in the GEICO Coconut Hoops tournament in Fort Myers Friday.

Florida State soccer beat Georgetown 3-1 on Nov.

23 at Shaw Field in Washington, D.C.—Mimi Van Zanten scored a goal and helped with another to bring home the win. The Seminoles will host their Elite 8 game at home in Tallahassee later this week as they await the winner of Ohio State and Baylor.

Florida A&M Volleyball beat Southern in four sets at Lawson Center on Sunday to win the SWAC Championship—FAMU now awaits the NCAA selection show on November 30th at 6 p.m.

All Girls Love R&B Bingo

8-11 p.m. — Potbelly's — Free entry — Enjoy a night filled with 90s & 2000s R&B hits while playing Bingo.

Market Days

10 AM - 4 PM — North Florida Fairgrounds — Early Bird tickets available now — Celebrate arts and crafts while supporting the Tallahassee Museum with live music and vibrant local culture.

Chelcie Lynn Live Show

7:30-9 p.m. — The Moon — Tickets available — Enjoy the comedic talents of Chelcie Lynn as she brings her viral humor to life.

Tallahassee Ultra Distance Classic

12-10 p.m. — Wakulla Springs State Park — Registration required — Experience a scenic road race in the heart of Florida's nature.

Virginia Tech Hokies vs. Florida State Seminoles Women's Basketball

6-7:30 p.m. — Donald L. Tucker Civic Center — Cost info not provided — Experience collegiate women's basketball as Virginia Tech faces Florida State.

December VG League Cup

Tournament — All Day — Gamescape — Entry Fee Required — Join the excitement of the December VG League Cup tournament.

Christmas at the Farm 2025

9 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Redemptive Love Farm — $10-$15 admission — Celebrate Christmas with farm animals, festive activities, and Santa in a magical setting.