The Tallahassee Reports Daily Briefs: Monday, February 24, 2025

The Tallahassee Reports Daily Briefs: Monday, February 24, 2025

LOCAL NEWS TPD arrest wanted barricaded suspect after 2-hour stand-off. Steve Stewart discusses the fire services fee increase on The Preston Scott Show. Steve Stewart discusses the upcoming fire services fee increase on The Preston Scott Show. pic.twitter.com/2OiOrwCmnb — Tallahassee Reports (@TLHReports) February 24, 2025 Less than two months after closing his controversial One Tallahassee […]

The Tallahassee Reports Daily Briefs: Friday, February 21, 2025

The Tallahassee Reports Daily Briefs: Friday, February 21, 2025

LOCAL NEWS Less than two months after closing his controversial One Tallahassee political action committee, City Commissioner Jeremy Matlow is busy plotting a run for mayor. Steve Stewart discusses Dan Kleman and the evolving role of the Tallahassee city manager position on The Preston Scott Show. Steve Stewart discusses Dan Kleman and the evolving role […]

SS United States Headed to Gulf Coast

SS United States Headed to Gulf Coast

The SS United States, a historic 990-foot ocean liner, has begun its final journey from Philadelphia to become the world’s largest artificial reef off Florida’s Gulf Coast.  Tugboats are guiding the largest passenger ship built in America, nicknamed “the Big U,” to Mobile, Alabama, where the crew will remove hazardous materials, including fuel. The process will take […]

The Tallahassee Reports Daily Briefs: Thursday, February 20, 2025

The Tallahassee Reports Daily Briefs: Thursday, February 20, 2025

LOCAL NEWS According to a recent status report, Leon County real estate portfolio consisted of 532 parcels totaling 5,752 acres, and 100 buildings with 2,252,539 square feet. Get the details. Tallahassee State College (TSC) recently announced a generous $500,000 gift from HCA Florida Healthcare, supporting the next generation of healthcare professionals. The announcement was made […]

Leon County Owns 5,752 Acres, 100 Buildings

Leon County Owns 5,752 Acres, 100 Buildings

According to a recent status report, as of December 31, 2024, the Leon County real estate portfolio consisted of 532 parcels totaling 5,752 acres, and 100 buildings with 2,252,539 square feet.  Provided below are descriptions related to the selected categories. Facilities-Owned Eighty (80) buildings support the daily business of Leon County Government, Constitutional Offices, and […]

HCA Florida Healthcare Donates $500,000 to Tallahassee State College Foundation

HCA Florida Healthcare Donates $500,000 to Tallahassee State College Foundation

~Funds will help recruit and train vitally needed nurses and other healthcare professionals~ Tallahassee State College (TSC) recently announced a generous $500,000 gift from HCA Florida Healthcare, supporting the next generation of healthcare professionals. The announcement was made at the TSC District Board of Trustees meeting on Feb. 18, where representatives from HCA Florida Healthcare […]

The Tallahassee Reports Daily Briefs: Wednesday, February 19, 2025

The Tallahassee Reports Daily Briefs: Wednesday, February 19, 2025

LOCAL NEWS The Leon County Commission recently heard a report on Gov. Ron DeSantis’s special legislative session and President Donald Trump’s recent immigration actions. Caren Street, a lobbyist from Squire Patton Boggs who represents Leon County, delivered the update. Tallahassee’s “magnetic” reputation is getting a boost this week. The reason is the city is hosting […]

Leon County Commission Meeting Briefs: February 11, 2025

Leon County Commission Meeting Briefs: February 11, 2025

Below are the news briefs from the Leon County Commission meeting held on February 11, 2025. The Board approved Consent Items 1-8. The consent items included: Item 7: 2024 Leon County Real Estate Portfolio Annual Report. The Report provides a summary and analysis of real estate related activities during calendar year 2024. As of December […]

The Tallahassee Reports Daily Briefs: Tuesday, February 18, 2025

The Tallahassee Reports Daily Briefs: Tuesday, February 18, 2025

LOCAL NEWS According to filings with Leon County and the City of Tallahassee, the number of single-family new construction permits were down 9.2% in January 2025 when compared to January 2024. During the last meeting on February 12, 2025, the Tallahassee City Commission addressed a number of topics including a zoning amendment for a muti-family […]

Leon County Single-Family Permits Start 2025 Down 9%

Leon County Single-Family Permits Start 2025 Down 9%

According to filings with Leon County and the City of Tallahassee, the number of single-family new construction permits were down 9.2% in January 2025 when compared to January 2024. There were 59 permits issued in January 2025, down six from the 65 permits issued one year ago. There were 29 permits issued last month. The value of […]

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