The latest employment information shows that Leon County added 182 jobs in October. One year ago Leon County added 504 jobs. The unemployment rate in October increased to 5.1%. The unemployment last month (September) was 4.6%. One year ago the October unemployment rate was 2.8%. The number of people working in October, 2020 is less […]
The most recent information from the Florida Department of revenue shows that consumer spending in Leon County-as measured by taxable sales- was down in September by 8.2% when compared to spending one year ago. In absolute terms, spending in September 2020 was down $31.4 million to $353.6 million. These numbers are preliminary and are subject […]
Earlier this month, Leon County voters approved the creation of a Children’s Services Council. A Children’s Services Council, or CSC, is an independent, special district which by state law can levy a new property tax for children services. The discussion to create a CSC to in Leon County has been met with strong favor and […]
The Killearn Homeowners Association, which oversees a neighborhood with approximately 3,800 properties and 12,000 residents in northeast Tallahassee, recently held elections for their 9-member board. The unofficial results, coupled with the fact that two incumbents – David Ferguson and Phil Inglese – did not seeking re-election, guarantees there will be several new faces on the […]
Saturday at noon on ABC the Seminoles will host the no. 4 Clemson Tigers. Clemson is 7-1 on the year with wins against Wake Forest, the Citadel, Virginia, Miami, Georgia Tech, Syracuse and Boston College with the lone loss coming to Notre Dame. Florida State leads the all-time series 20-13, but are currently on a […]
Based on Tallahassee Police Department reports, violent crime incidents have increased by approximately 78% in 2020 during August, September, and October when compared to the same months in 2019. Additionally, incident reports show the violent crime began increasing in May 2020. Violent crime incidents include murder, robbery, rape, assault, & battery Violent Crime The chart […]
On November 17th, various law enforcement officials attended a press conference at Tallahassee Police Department Headquarters to mark the conclusion of a large-scale human trafficking investigation conducted by the TPD over the last two years. The in-depth investigation resulted in the arrest of more than 170 people on charges ranging from solicitation of prostitution to […]
As 2021 approaches, Leon County is having conversations related to the long-term strategies for an effective recycling program. At their Nov. 17 meeting, the County Commissioners unanimously voted to instruct staff to renegotiate a contract with Marpan Recycling. Marpan Recycling, the County’s current recycling provider, has stated that their plant is running on a deficit […]
TR’s weekly report (November 8-15) on Leon County COVID cases, hospitalizations, and testing positivity rates is detailed below. TR’s November 8th weekly report can be reviewed here. The weekly report, ending November 15th, shows an increase in cases, a decrease in hospitalizations and a slight decrease in the positivity rate. The Numbers The Leon County 7-day […]
The Leon County Commissioners will review a status update on Waste Pro’s services in Leon County at their next meeting on Nov. 17. Waste Pro has been servicing Leon County since 2014. The Commissioners voted 4-3 to renew its contract in February 2020. Waste Pro collects commercial and residential solid waste, recyclables, yard debris and […]