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Thursday, December 18th, 2025
Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Tallahassee Urban League will host a holiday celebration on Dec. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at their home base on 923 Old Bainbridge Road, featuring gift giveaways for 50 families & live gospel entertainment along with free community resource information. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ On Wednesday afternoon, seniors at the Smith-Williams Service Center knitted warm gifts for dozens of kids at Riley Elementary, delivering hand-made hats & scarves for older students and mittens for kindergartners. WCTV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ashley Guy confirmed that all six Tallulah CBD locations will close by Dec. 31 — they may reopen under new ownership as state efforts continue to crack down on hemp and kratom compounds. Tallahassee Democrat
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ FSU English faculty member Pablo Maurette earned the Herralde Novel Prize for his Spanish novel ‘El contrabando ejemplar’ — he is the first FSU faculty to receive this award, which offers 25,000 euros after a contest among nearly 900 submissions. Florida State University
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Pulitzer-nominated photojournalist Mark Wallheiser donated over two million archived photos to FSU Archives on Tuesday, April 30. University representatives began cataloging his decades-long collection to preserve local photographic history. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ FSU researchers received a $5M federal grant to create AI tools that help children with speech and language challenges talk more easily. The project will design new technology supports for playground interactions + reading skills in collaboration with engineers, educators, and AAC users. Florida State University
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Millions of Floridians face higher health insurance costs as enhanced ACA tax credits expire in two weeks, forcing families to choose between coverage and expense before the Jan. 15 deadline and February coverage start. State policymakers are reviewing proposals to ease the burden (including direct subsidy improvements). WCTV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gadsden County football player Daylen Green was named WCTV Scholar Athlete of the Week after a challenging season that tested his resolve — he signed with Florida State and will graduate high school with a 4.0 GPA, inspiring local youth to persist against adversity. WCTV
- ➤ Florida High alumni Tre Donaldson and Tonie Morgan have joined new teams for their senior college basketball season; Donaldson plays for the Miami Hurricanes and Morgan for the Kentucky Wildcats. Both have boosted their teams + will face ranked opponents in upcoming games. Tallahassee Reports
- ➤ Florida A&M University’s Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting on Dec. 23 at 9 a.m. to discuss intercollegiate athletic contracts (which may include plans for a new head football coach in Quinn Gray). The session is open for public viewing via Zoom. Tallahassee Democrat
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December VG League Cup
Tournament — All Day — Gamescape — Entry Fee Required — Join the excitement of the December VG League Cup tournament.
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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.
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A Tribute to Soul Legends
7-9:30 p.m. — Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices not listed — Experience an unforgettable evening honoring the soulful music of Johnnie Taylor, Bobby Womack, and Tyrone Davis.
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New Year's Eve Celebration at Cascades
7-10 p.m. — Adderley Amphitheater — Free entry — Celebrate the New Year with live music, food trucks, and fireworks at Cascades Park.
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Anniversary Weekend Celebration
3-10 p.m. — The Hub at Feather Oaks — Free entry — Enjoy live music and delicious food from local food trucks during this festive anniversary weekend.
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Plies Live
10:00 – 11:30 PM — The Moon — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying performance of Plies in an intimate setting for an unforgettable night.
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Freedom is what you do with what's been done to you.
~ Jean-Paul Sartre
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