01/14/2021
01/14/2021
Local News for Tallahassee, Florida
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01/14/2021
City Hall, County Courthouse closed Tuesday, Wednesday amid threats of violence
Both local government buildings are closing as law enforcement prepares for the possibility of violence as Inauguration Day approaches. Read the rest of the article on tallahassee.com READ MORE.
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FAMU opening own COVID-19 test site for students, staff; vaccines set to arrive
In addition, the university soon will be receiving about 800 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. Read the rest of the article on tallahassee.com READ MORE.
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Florida Time: Dr. Martin Luther King called this city America’s most segregated
Many newcomers are still surprised to learn that in Florida, a place that is a modern melting pot and has been for much of the 20th century, was ruled by Jim Crow. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., knew. Read the rest of the article on tallahassee.com READ MORE.
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Public Safety Report: Property Crime Down, Violent Crime Incidents Up
During the first 10 days of 2021, property crime incidents have decreased and violent crime incidents have increased when compared to the first 10 days of 2020. The table below shows the change in incidents from January 1 – January 10 based on reports provided by the Tallahassee Police Department. Total incidents are down 13.2% READ MORE.
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Joanne Rogers, FSU alum and wife of Fred Rogers of ‘Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood,’ dies at 92
Joanne Rogers was the wife of more than 50 years to Fred Rogers of “Mister Rogers Neighborhood.” She carried on his work after he died in 2003. Read the rest of the article on tallahassee.com READ MORE.
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Osceola sheriff readies reinforcements for potential unrest at Florida capitol
Osceola County Sheriff Marco López said Thursday his agency has prepared a 12-deputy emergency unit to send to Tallahassee if necessary, amid concerns about potential violence at the Florida Capitol in the wake of last week’s riot in Washington, D.C. Read the rest of the article on orlandosentinel.com READ MORE.
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COVID-19 in Florida: State reports 13,720 new cases, 217 deaths Thursday, Jan. 14
The cumulative number of Florida cases is now 1,531,192 and the reported death toll for state residents since the pandemic began is 23,613. Read the rest of the article on tallahassee.com READ MORE.
01/14/2021
Godby’s Brandon McCray on coaching in the War of the Border Senior All-Star Game
Godby Cougars head coach Brandon McCray on leading team north Florida in the War of the Border Senior All-Star Game. Read the rest of the article on tallahassee.com READ MORE.
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Gov. DeSantis’ office: Publix PAC money not linked to launch of COVID-19 vaccine program
Publix’s political action committee contributed $100,000 to Gov. Ron DeSantis’ PAC in December, a month before he promoted vaccinations at Publix stores. Read the rest of the article on tallahassee.com READ MORE.
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Column: FSU’s 2021 transfer class shows Seminoles’ staff can recruit at this level
The FSU coaches has assembled an impressive group of transfer additions this offseason which shows they seem capable of recruiting at this level. Read the rest of the article on tallahassee.com READ MORE.
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COVID-19 vaccine: Why do we need two shots?
In this excerpt from The Journey of a COVID Vaccine, Dr. Paul Spearman explains why a second dose of the vaccine is needed. Read the rest of the article on tallahassee.com READ MORE.
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U.S. Attorney: Law enforcement working to ‘disrupt and dismantle’ any Florida Capitol threat
U.S. Attorney Larry Keefe said federal, state and local law enforcement is prepared amid warnings of violence from the FBI. Read the rest of the article on tallahassee.com READ MORE.
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The answer to being a good neighbor in the COVID era: What is driveway Jeopardy?
In December Gene and Susan Walton began posting a Jeopardy! question at the end of their Brandon Woods at Lakeshore neighborhood driveway. Read the rest of the article on tallahassee.com READ MORE.
01/14/2021
COVID-19 vaccine: What side effects should I expect?
In this excerpt from The Journey of a COVID Vaccine, Dr. Geeta Swamy talks about the kinds of side effects most common with the vaccine. Read the rest of the article on tallahassee.com READ MORE.
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Lobbyists shift away from Florida Capitol amid COVID-19
The pandemic has transformed the 22-story edifice and adjacent buildings into an eerily desolate landscape. Read the rest of the article on tallahassee.com READ MORE.
01/14/2021
City Commission Votes to Rename the Southern Strategy Area to the Southside Action Plan
At today’s City Commission retreat, the commissioners unanimously voted to rename the Southern Strategy Area (SSA) to the Southside Action Plan (SAP). They also appointed Commissioner Dianne Williams-Cox as the lead commissioner for the SAP. Williams-Cox said the SSA’s goals were not achieved because it was not a priority. “It didn’t happen because it was READ MORE.
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Leon County hospitalizations continue to spike because of COVID-19; More vaccine arrives
Capital Regional Medical Center on Thursday reported that 81 inpatients were positive for the virus Read the rest of the article on tallahassee.com READ MORE.
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How to watch Tampa Bay Bucs vs. New Orleans Saints NFC divisional playoff on TV, live stream
The Bucs hope the third time’s a charm against the Saints in the NFC divisional playoffs Sunday. Here’s how to follow live on TV, radio and streaming. Read the rest of the article on tallahassee.com READ MORE.
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