Good morning, Tallahassee.

North Florida Wildlife Center in Jefferson County invites residents to donate unsold Christmas trees as the holiday season winds down, promising to supply twice the daily browse for 30 animals while saving staff foraging time (boosting care and enrichment) at its Lamont facility.

Kearney Center donated gifts on Dec.

25 to homeless community members to share holiday cheer and support local families. The event reflected strong local spirit and showed community support during the festive season.

Families enjoyed one last Christmas activity at the Redemptive Love Farm and Rescue in Miccosukee on Wednesday, Dec.

25 as they celebrated the holiday and learned about local agriculture.

Tallahassee farmers faced a challenging year as historic January snow mixed with a fall drought that produced only 1.59 inches of rain from Sept.

1 to Nov. 30. Erica Bradley said low rainfall raised irrigation costs and affected crop quality, and she looks forward to next season’s harvest.

Local trainer Kelvin Frazier of Kingz and Queenz Fitness advised residents to set realistic, small goals for 2026.

He stressed starting with lightweight exercises and a balanced diet (80 percent of progress) will help residents build a steady fitness routine in Tallahassee.

A boil water notice is active in the Lake Jackson area today after Talquin Electric Cooperative conducted emergency repairs due to overgrown tree roots damaging the system.

Residents should boil water before use, and some water may appear discolored (from shifting sediments).

Bobby Bowden's Killearn Estates home, bought in 1976 on Shamrock Drive North, will be featured in the Bobby Bowden Legacy Auction set for March 2026.

Managed by Wiregrass Auction Group, the auction will sell memorabilia and allow online bidding from local + international buyers.

A land purchase for the highly anticipated Buc-ee’s development in Tallahassee topped $10 million Sunday, Dec.

28. Developers said the deal set a firm foundation for starting the project.

Saturday marked the second day of Holiday Hoopfest (a three-day high school basketball event) at Thomasville High School as local teams battled in winners and consolation brackets.

Thomas County Schools announced a celebration for the Yellow Jackets’ 5A State Championship win (to be held at Jackets’ Nest Stadium in the coming weeks) for fans to gather and honor the achievement.

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.

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.

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.

Tally Indie Night Live

8 PM - 12 AM — 926 Bar & Grill — Free entry — Experience local indie music talents at this vibrant Tallahassee gathering.

Soulful Sounds in Tallahassee

7-9 p.m. — The Woman's Club Of Tallahassee — Tickets available — Experience a vintage-inspired evening of jazzy R&B and comedy with Acute Inflections.