Saturday, December 28th, 2024

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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of December.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Ollie Denise Rogers, 62, was shot and killed after a standoff with Wakulla and Leon County deputies, with the incident under Florida Department of Law Enforcement review. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ A man sustained non-life-threatening injuries in a shooting in Tallahassee and was uncooperative with police; this incident marks the 66th serious shooting in the city this year. Tallahassee Democrat
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tallahassee faced significant cultural losses in 2024, with the closure of iconic arts venues like Waterworks and the veto of the state's arts budget by Governor Ron DeSantis. Tallahassee Democrat
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Storms headed for Florida and the southern U.S. have caused multiple tornadoes in Texas and may bring severe weather, including strong tornadoes, to Florida over the weekend. Tallahassee Democrat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pornhub announces plans to block all Florida residents from accessing its site in response to a new state law requiring age verification for adult websites, set to take effect on January 1, 2025. Tallahassee Democrat
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ An ordained minister reflects on the concept of beginning anew, both through personal anecdotes and professional insights, underscoring the importance of embracing fresh starts with hope and intention as the new year approaches. Tallahassee Democrat
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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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