The Villas at Killearn Lakes Brings “Small House” Approach to Assisted Living

Since opening in 2019, the Villas at Killearn Lakes, a community of assisted living suites, has welcomed residents into two finished suites. The “small house” model of the Villas contrasts many traditional assisted living facilities. Jennifer Browder, Marketing Director and Welcome and Engagement Coach at the Villas, discussed the status of the Villas’ construction and […]

January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month

January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month

This January, organizations around Leon County will recognize National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. The goal is to raise awareness of human trafficking, including how to spot and report it. Human trafficking can take many forms, most commonly sex trafficking and forced labor. Victims can come from all walks of life, and many are […]

Tallahassee Historical Society to Host “Historic Churches of Tallahassee” Panel

Tallahassee Historical Society to Host “Historic Churches of Tallahassee” Panel

On Thursday, Jan. 9, at its regular meeting, the Tallahassee Historical Society (THS) will hold a panel discussion on historic churches in the Tallahassee area. The THS regularly holds meetings featuring experts in history, culture, and more. “The news of our planned panel discussion generated quite a bit of interest,” said THS President Bob Holladay. […]

Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce Vice President Jay Revell Appears on Above the Fold

Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce Vice President Jay Revell Appears on Above the Fold

On December 12th, Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce Vice President Jay Revell appeared on Above the Fold with Tallahassee Reports Editor Steve Stewart. Revell and Stewart discussed the Chamber’s rcent position statement in support of exploring an Independent Airport Authority, the Blueprint Gateway project, and Tallahassee’s current business climate. The interview aired on WVFT 93.3 […]

County Commission to Hold Public Hearing on Ethics Ordinance

County Commission to Hold Public Hearing on Ethics Ordinance

UPDATE The Leon County Commission voted to moved forward with changes to ethics ordinance. Original Story The only public hearing for an ordinance to amend the Leon County Code of Ethics will be held at 6:00 pm at the December 10th County Commission meeting. The proposed ordinance includes amendments to language, the ethics complaint process, […]

Leon County Commissioners to Vote on Vaping Resolution

Leon County Commissioners to Vote on Vaping Resolution

UPDATE The Leon County Commission votes to move forward with vaping resolution. Original Story The Leon County Commissioners will vote on a resolution to support statewide anti-vaping legislation at their December 10 meeting. The proposed resolution comes as a national flareup of vaping-related illnesses has raised questions about the safety of vaping. According to an […]

Leon County Commissioners to Review Regulation Options for Adult Entertainment Businesses

Leon County Commissioners to Review Regulation Options for Adult Entertainment Businesses

UPDATE The Leon County Commission failed to move forward on adult entertainment regulations suggested by Leon County Commissioner Rick Minor. Original Story The Leon County Commissioners will review options for regulating adult entertainment businesses at their December 10th meeting,  following the recent opening of a Hustler Hollywood store in Tallahassee. Hustler Hollywood, located on North […]

City Commissioner Jeremy Matlow Appears on Above the Fold

City Commissioner Jeremy Matlow Appears on Above the Fold

On November 28th, City Commissioner Jeremy Matlow discussed his first year as Commissioner, his relationship with the business community, and more on Above the Fold with Tallahassee Reports Editor Steve Stewart. You can find the full Above the Fold interview from 11-28-2019 here. Before being elected in November 2018, Matlow, who grew up in Tallahassee, […]

Antonio Gilliam Appointed Chief of Police

Antonio Gilliam Appointed Chief of Police

On Wednesday City Manager Reese Goad announced he had appointed Antonio Gilliam as the new Tallahassee Chief of Police. Gilliam will take the place of Interim Police Chief Steve Outlaw. “I have strong confidence that Chief Gilliam will demonstrate his commitment and expertise by immediately engaging with the community to address violent crime, specifically gun […]

The Florida Sunshine Law Isn’t Free

The Florida Sunshine Law Isn’t Free

At their December 4th meeting, the City Commissioners will vote on extending the City’s agreement with Smarsh, Inc., the City’s vendor for archiving public records. The proposed three-year extension will cost a maximum of $320,000 per year to archive emails, text messages, and social media feeds. The Sunshine Law requires the City of Tallahassee to […]