Thursday, December 26th, 2024

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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tallahassee celebrates its bicentennial with a range of events including music, fireworks, and historical reenactments, inviting the community to participate in the festivities. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Grace Mission reports a rise in donations, aiding their effort to meet the higher demand for services, with plans to expand their outreach by 2025. ABC 27
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ In 2024, severe weather events, including a hurricane and tornadoes, resulted in six fatalities in the Tallahassee area, highlighting the dangers of extreme natural phenomena. Tallahassee Democrat
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Theater with a Mission and Goodwood Museum are celebrating Tallahassee and Leon County's 200th anniversary with a varied program of storytelling, workshops, dancing, and historical enactments on Dec. 27-29. Tallahassee Democrat
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Tallahassee will host the 2025 Motor, Drive Systems, and Magnetics Conference, reflecting the city's growing role in the magnetic industry and offering economic development opportunities. Tallahassee Democrat
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tallahassee State College's new state-of-the-art dental lab provides students in its longstanding Dental Hygiene Program with cutting-edge technology for hands-on learning. Tallahassee Democrat
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ FSU is adapting to the challenges and changes in college football, including financing and the competitive landscape, while maintaining its commitment to excellence and community support. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ FAMU football aims to address quarterback selection, coaching staff adjustments, and bolstering its defense ahead of the 2025 season following a 7-5 record. Tallahassee Democrat
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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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Trent 10k, 5k & 1 Mile Run
The Trent is a multi-distance running event featuring 10k, 5k, and 1-mile courses, catering to both competitive racers and casual walkers at Roberts Elementary School in Tallahassee.
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