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Check out the 2024 Tallahassee Democrat Community's Choice winners
We are celebrating the fourth Tallahassee Democrat Community’s Choice awards, recognizing the Big Bend's favorites in more than 100 categories from doughnut shops to dentists, from clothing to car dealerships. Through the month of April, readers nominated businesses for the 138 categories. The top three nominees were selected. In June, readers voted for...
Hurricane Preparedness Urged as Florida Braces for Peak Season Post-Debby Damage in Steinhatchee
As Floridians continue to recover from Hurricane Debby, experts are highlighting that the peak of hurricane season is approaching rapidly. In the wake of Debby's landfall on August 5 in Steinhatchee, Florida, which left a trail of home and property damages, Hillsborough County residents are advised to stay vigilant during these most active weeks of the season. According to a recent report from the Hillsborough County, September is traditionally the "busy season" for hurricanes due to a confluence of climatic factors.
Florida State cross country wins UCF Invite on Friday
Florida State cross country teams collected their first team wins of the season Friday evening at the UCF Invite in Orlando, Florida. The women's team scored 18 points in the 5K, while the men won with 15 points in the 5K. "I'm so excited for the future of our program," Cody Halsey, FSU women's head coach, said. "This was a massive step in the right direction. It was fantastic to see so many new faces in...
Staying hot this weekend with rain chances rising on Monday
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - Another hot one on deck to close out the month of August, with afternoon high temperatures in the mid 90s. Rain chances for Saturday are slim, with only an isolated shower or two possible. Still expecting mid 90s for Sunday, with only a few showers and...
Residents of Panama City senior living complex plagued by issues
PANAMA CITY – Barbara Knaisch struggled to rotate her mobility scooter in the narrow hallway of her senior living complex into her friend’s apartment. Once inside, she greeted fellow residents, who all met to discuss the many issues they’ve had across the development. The elders call Siena Gardens Apartments home. The apartments, at 901 W. 19th St., Panama City, are age and income restricted, with many residents using housing choice vouchers (section 8) and living off of...
Pensacola's first Wayback Burgers location opens inside Cordova Mall
Pensacola’s first-ever Wayback Burgers celebrated its soft opening this week inside of the Cordova Mall food court. The fast-casual kiosk is located in the former 3D Eats spot, which has since moved out of the mall and expanded. Wayback Burgers is a Connecticut-based fast-casual franchise specializing in made-to-order burgers and hand-dipped milkshakes. Wayback...
Where to Watch Florida A&M vs. South Carolina State on TV or Streaming Live – August 31
One of the top receivers in college football will be on show when Jamari Gassett and the Florida A&M Rattlers (1-0) host the South Carolina State Bulldogs on Saturday, August 31, 2024. For more about this contest, including where and how to watch on ESPN+, keep reading. Watch college football...
Piccolo wins statewide aviation leadership award
Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport President and CEO Rick Piccolo was recently awarded the 2024 Aviation Leadership Award by the Florida Airports Council. The award is presented to an airport professional who has demonstrated outstanding service and contributions to the Florida airport community. The award emphasizes Piccolo’s assistance over the last two...
Santa Rosa County man won $1,000,000 A Year For Life scratch-off
SANTA ROSA COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Another Panhandle resident struck it big by playing the Florida Lottery this week. According to the Florida Lottery, James Wise, 60, of Pace, claimed a $1,000,000 ticket from the $1,000,000 A Year for Life Spectacular scratch-off game. Wise chose to receive his payment as a one-time, lump-sum payment of […]
DeSantis veto of free prison phone call appropriation disappoints criminal justice reform advocates
Responding to reports that prisoner contact with loved ones helps reduce the recidivism rate, state lawmakers last year approved a $1 million pilot project to allow inmates with good behavior to make one free 15-minute phone call per month to the outside world. Pleased with its rollout, members of the Florida Senate Criminal and Civil […]
No. 20 Florida State volleyball captures first win on opening night against USF
No. 20 Florida State volleyball (1-0) used a balanced offensive attack to take down the South Florida Bulls (0-1) after a three-set sweep (25-22, 25-14,25-15) on opening night in front of 866 fans in Tully Gym. The Seminoles have won four consecutive season openers dating back to 2021 and have now won five straight against the Bulls to improve its all-time record to 42-6 against USF. The Seminoles had a hard-fought battle to kick off their first set against...
DISCSports: Rattlers return to Bragg Memorial Stadium to defend it’s 20-game home winning streak
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. –– The Florida A&M Rattlers return to Bragg Memorial Stadium for their highly anticipated matchup against the South Carolina State Bulldogs this Saturday. Not only is this the Rattlers’ first home game of the season, but they also enter Bragg Memorial Stadium riding a 20-game home winning streak, the second-longest in the nation.
A 'policy endorsement' can lower insurance costs. But you have to waive the right to sue.
Recent legislative reforms that ended much of the incentive for lawyers to sue insurers are getting credit for improving insurance companies’ willingness to financially fortify Florida properties against disaster and loss. But is the promise of an up-to-20% reduction in your premium worth giving up the right to sue? We'll get to that...
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