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Thursday, December 5th, 2024
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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Tallahassee Police Department reports an 8.0% decrease in crime incidents in 2024 compared to 2023, alongside highlights from local government meetings and sports events. Tallahassee Reports
- ➤ The 38th annual Winter Festival is set to bring Christmas festivities to the capital city this weekend, with preparations nearly finished. WCTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three FSU professors were honored as 2024 New Fellows by the National Academy of Kinesiology for their contributions to the field. Florida State University
- ➤ Tallahassee State College celebrates its first graduating class since the institution's renaming, with 2,000 students graduating in a ceremony attended by notable figures. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Leon County School District and its teachers enter a deadlock over salary negotiations, leading to the involvement of a special magistrate after a disagreement on a $1 million gap in the proposed salary package. Tallahassee Democrat
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Four-star defensive back Shamar Arnoux commits to Florida State University's football team, enhancing their 2025 recruiting class. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Florida State football boosts its 2025 recruiting class with new commitments, including two three-star athletes, on early signing day. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ FSU football reportedly brings in Nebraska's Terrance Knighton, enhancing their coaching team with a former NFL player and fast-rising coaching talent. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ FAMU football anticipates bolstering its team by focusing on the NCAA Transfer Portal and National Signing Day in February after quiet early signings, with key recruits committed including Mekhi Maddox and Sammy Mitchell IV. Tallahassee Democrat
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Gulf Winds Track Club 5 & 10 Mile Challenge
Participate in a community-focused running event featuring both 5-mile and 10-mile challenges in Tallahassee.
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1st Sundays Christmas Pajama Party
Experience a festive day of good food, drinks, and vibrant community vibes at the 1st Sundays Christmas Pajama Party.
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Handel's Messiah Performace
This performance features renowned soloists and the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra, showcasing Handel's celebrated oratorio during the holiday season.
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Karen Peck & New River Concert
Karen Peck & New River will perform live at Immanuel Baptist Church in Tallahassee, featuring uplifting music for fans of gospel and contemporary Christian genres.
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FSU Men's Basketball vs. Winthrop - Club Seats
This event features a men's basketball game between the Florida State Seminoles and the Winthrop Eagles at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center in Tallahassee.
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Tallahassee Monthly Cars & Coffee Meetup
The Tallahassee Cars & Coffee event invites car enthusiasts to showcase their vehicles in a family-friendly atmosphere at Winn-Dixie on the third Saturday of each month.
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The Nutcracker - Children's Performance
Families can enjoy an abbreviated children's version of the holiday classic, The Nutcracker, featuring choreography by Kathryn Karrh Cashin and set to Tchaikovsky's iconic score.
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Luau Race Series: 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, and Half Marathon
The Luau Race Series offers a variety of distance options for runners, including 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, and a Half Marathon, at the scenic J. R. Alford Greenway.
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New Year's Eve Countdown Celebration at Cascades Park
Leon County Government presents a family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration featuring live music, food trucks, and fireworks at Cascades Park.
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