Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 31st of December.
Good morning, Tallahassee.
A 27-year-old FSU student suffered severe burns when a fire broke out at the Social Seminole Apartment on Nov.
19 and died on Sunday, Dec. 28, according to his family.
Florida State University student Preet Harsoda died Dec.
28 after suffering severe burns in a Nov. 19 fire at The Social Seminole on Ocala Road (he underwent multiple surgeries at local hospitals).
USDOT data for Q2 shows that Tallahassee International Airport averaged a domestic fare of $558.07 — the highest among 15 major Florida airports — while travelers in nearby markets pay about $140 less on average.
FWC reported that Florida’s first regulated black bear hunt in 10 years harvested 52 bears from 172 permits issued after rule amendments received public comment in August and November.
The report noted enhanced law enforcement and hunter education ensured compliance (only one warning was issued).
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission held the first black bear hunt in ten years, and hunters killed 52 bears from Dec.
6 to Dec. 28; officials said the data will help manage bear populations in the future.
Officials from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission reported 52 black bears harvested during this year's hunt season, with examination conducted by staff & bear response contractors.
Analysis of the data is underway and a full harvest report will be released in the coming months to guide future management.
Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare updated patients on Tuesday about a cybersecurity incident with Cerner that exposed additional records beyond those first notified in June.
Impacted patients who received letters in June and December were offered free credit monitoring — and current care remained unaffected.
Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare shared photos Monday evening of NICU babies wearing Florida State and FAMU gear and called them tiny Noles and Rattlers.
The hospital said the outfits celebrated hope and community care for its smallest patients.
Florida State starting safety Earl Little Jr announced on Tuesday that he will enter the 2026 NFL Draft.
He made the announcement on Instagram after a personal best season with 76 tackles + four interceptions in Tallahassee.
FSU men’s basketball lost 79-66 to UNC on Tuesday, Dec.
30 at the Dean E. Smith Center in Chapel Hill as Caleb Wilson scored 22 points and grabbed 16 rebounds — the Seminoles will play at Donald L. Tucker Center in Tallahassee on Saturday, Jan. 3.
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.
E. Marie's Dinner & Show: Sorry, Wrong Number
6-8 p.m. — TheStudio — Dinner Show — Experience a chilling suspense thriller that unfolds through urgent phone calls.
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