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 […]

Tallahassee City Commission Meeting Briefs: February 12, 2025

Tallahassee City Commission Meeting Briefs: February 12, 2025

Provided below are the news briefs from the Tallahassee City Commission meeting held on February 12, 2025. Presentations The City Commission presented a proclamation related to Black History Month and presented former FAMU President Larry Robinson with a key to the city. The City Commission approved 10 Consent items. Introduction of Ordinances 11.01 The City Commission […]

Uthmeier Takes Reins as Attorney General

Uthmeier Takes Reins as Attorney General

By Jim Turner, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — With Gov. Ron DeSantis describing him as a “bulldog,” James Uthmeier was elevated Monday to become Florida attorney general after serving as the governor’s chief of staff. While DeSantis had said earlier he would appoint Uthmeier to succeed former Attorney General Ashley Moody, he made […]

The Tallahassee Reports Daily Briefs: Monday, February 17, 2025

The Tallahassee Reports Daily Briefs: Monday, February 17, 2025

LOCAL NEWS On February 11, 2025, the Leon County Commissioners received an update on the ongoing revitalization projects along West Pensacola St. and North Monroe St., the report passed in a unanimous vote. However, Commissioner Caban voiced frustration with progress of the projects. News briefs from the February 11, 2025, Leon County School Board business […]

National: Cult Linked to Killings Across Several States

National: Cult Linked to Killings Across Several States

A search is underway for members of the cultlike Zizian group following a series of violent incidents across multiple states. The FBI conducted a search earlier this month in a wooded area near Chapel Hill, North Carolina, where the group had previously rented properties, and the effort follows a deadly shootout with Border Patrol officers in Vermont […]

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