Daily Tallahassee Logo Daily Tallahassee

Tuesday, December 24th, 2024

SHARE

Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of December.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Former Tallahassee mayoral candidate Michael Ibrahim, known for advocating city development and public service, died in a collision involving his Corvette and a Goodwill truck.  Tallahassee Democrat

CRIME NEWS

  • An off-duty Tallahassee officer sustained a fractured leg after being hit by a drunk driver during the city's Elf Night event; the driver, Anuj Patel, has been arrested and charged.  Tallahassee Democrat

CULTURE NEWS

  • Guy Fieri features Tallahassee's Backwoods Crossing on 'Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives', shining a spotlight on their unique crab cakes and corn fritters.  Tallahassee Democrat
  • The Tallahassee Museum offers a dynamic experience of Florida's history, nature, and wildlife through interactive exhibits, historic buildings, and outdoor adventures.  Tallahassee Democrat

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Wallace the Dog and his owner, Ronny, are improving reading levels and attendance in a 2nd grade class at Riley Elementary through weekly visits.  ABC 27

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Cars in Tallahassee stalled due to water seeping into underground fuel tanks, not widespread fuel contamination, according to a state regulator.  WCTV

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Florida Capitol, undergoing renovations since 2014 involving $235 million in projects and $73 million in garage repairs, faces continued disruption and restricted access, complicating public entry and movement.  Tallahassee Democrat

SPORTS NEWS

  • Leon County high schools showcased strong performances in fall sports, with Chiles winning a state volleyball title and multiple schools advancing in state tournaments across various disciplines.  Tallahassee Reports

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 12/28/24

    View event
  • 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.

    Tue, 12/31/24

    View event
  • 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.

    Thu, 1/9/25

    View event
  • 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.

    Sat, 1/11/25

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUBMIT

No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The truth will set you free. But not until it is finished with you.

Know who said this? Send us an email!

Reveal the author
About Daily Tallahassee

Welcome to the Daily Tallahassee, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Tallahassee, Florida community. If you like the Daily Tallahassee, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Tallahassee.

Advertising Opportunities

Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Tallahassee and across Florida. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.

Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.

Community, delivered

Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.

You can unsubscribe at any time.

Subscribe to Daily Tallahassee

A free Tallahassee community newsletter.

Daily local news
We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
6AM City
A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here