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Saturday, December 14th, 2024
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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Leon County marks the opening of the new Buck Lake Trailhead, enhancing the St. Marks Headwaters Greenway with additional trails and amenities like picnic shelters and a playground, promoting outdoor recreation and community connectivity. Tallahassee Reports
- ➤ William 'Bill' Brodie, a revered math professor and civil rights activist known for his quiet dedication to social justice and education, passed away at 90. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Gulf Winds Credit Union is organizing a holiday food drive to benefit local food pantries, with donations accepted through December 31. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ The Market District Association announces its 4th Annual Holiday on Market event on December 14, offering festive activities, shopping specials, and culinary tastings to celebrate the season. Tallahassee Reports
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Derrian Merritt was indicted for first-degree murder for his role in a fatal shooting in Tallahassee, accused of orchestrating the act over an argument, but not being the shooter. WCTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Meagan Helman, the new artistic director at the Tallahassee Ballet, brings fresh direction to the timeless holiday tradition of 'The Nutcracker' performance. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ In 1539, Hernando De Soto and his expedition celebrated the first Christmas in the future United States in Tallahassee, marked by a mass and conflict with the local Apalachee population. Tallahassee Democrat
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chelsi Austin, a veteran and student mom at FAMU, will soon graduate and fulfill her lifelong ambition to become a teacher, despite facing challenges balancing motherhood, academia, and military service. Tallahassee Democrat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida's Department of Management Services has filed a lawsuit against Ajax Building Co., Hoy + Stark Architects, and Henry Co. for water leaks in renovated Capitol parking garages. WFSU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A young veteran who sought help at a Florida VA hospital was wrongfully committed under the Baker Act, leading to significant distress and his eventual suicide. ABC 27
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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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Part-Time Job and Internship Fair
This event provides an opportunity for attendees to connect with local employers and explore part-time job and internship options for the upcoming semester.
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Ninja Race Series at Miccosukee Greenway, Tallahassee, FL
This event features multiple race distances including a 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, and Half Marathon while supporting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital through charitable donations.
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