Tallahassee Events Beginning March 14

Tallahassee Events Beginning March 14

Movies in the MoonlightDate: Monday March 14 through Friday March 18, begins @ 7:00 p.m.Where: Various locations listed below.Cost: FreeWhat you’ll get: You and the kids will enjoy viewing movies by moonlight. Free event spring break series at various locations with grand finale at Cascades Park. Monday, March 14: Space Jam 2 at Walker-Ford Community […]

Tallahassee Democrat Published “Don’t Say Gay” Six Times More Than “Parental Rights in Education”

Tallahassee Democrat Published “Don’t Say Gay” Six Times More Than “Parental Rights in Education”

An analysis of news articles published by journalists in the Tallahassee Democrat between February 9th and March 11th show that reporters repeatedly used the term “Don’t Say Gay” slogan when writing about the Parental Rights in Education bill. The analysis shows that the “Don’t Say Gay” term was used over 6 times more than the […]

Leon County Commission Meeting Notes March 8, 2022

Leon County Commission Meeting Notes March 8, 2022

—Leon County Commissioners heard a legislative update on issues that may impact Leon County. Commissioner Cummings inquired about the proposed “Putting Parents First Adjustment” portion of a House bill that shifts $200 million in funds away from 12 Florida school districts, including Leon County Schools, due to the mask requirements imposed by the district in […]

Tallahassee City Commission Meeting Notes: March 9, 2022

Tallahassee City Commission Meeting Notes: March 9, 2022

—During the City of Tallahassee Commission meeting on March 9, 2022, the commissioners unanimously approved terminating the International and Sister City relationship with Krasnodar, Russia, in solidarity with Ukraine. The program promotes activities and exchanges that increase international trade, economic and community development, and promote cultural and educational opportunities. —Courtney Atkins was reappointed to the […]

Leon County School Board Meeting Notes March 9, 2022

Leon County School Board Meeting Notes March 9, 2022

Superintendent Rocky Hanna recognized the Leon High School Principal Michael Bryan, Student Government Sponsor Josh Stewart, and the Leon High School Student Government, who raised roughly $45,000 for the TMH Cancer Center._____Superintendent Rocky Hanna recognized the Leon High Dance Marathon Committee, which just completed a fundraising drive that ended with a dance marathon. The fundraiser […]

Parental Rights Bill Passes, Headed to Gov. DeSantis

Parental Rights Bill Passes, Headed to Gov. DeSantis

By Ryan Dailey, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — A fiercely debated bill that would bar instruction about sexual orientation and gender identity for young public-school students is headed to Gov. Ron DeSantis, despite Democrats’ warnings Tuesday that the measure’s approval sends “a message of hate” to Floridians. Senators voted 22-17 to pass the […]

Tallahassee Events Beginning March 8

Tallahassee Events Beginning March 8

Cigar City Beer EventDate: Tuesday, March 8, 2022, begins @ 5:30 p.m. Where: Smitty’s Taphouse & GrillCost: FreeWhat you’ll get: Smitty’s Taphouse is hosting their first beer event. They will be presenting Cigar City’s portfolio of delicious beer. They will also have Guyabera, Frost Proof, and Apple Pie Cider on tap. Begins at 5:30 arrive […]

School Board Members Question Changes By Hanna Related to Homelessness, Foster Care

School Board Members Question Changes By Hanna Related to Homelessness, Foster Care

During the Leon County School Board agenda review on Monday, March 7, Superintendent Rocky Hanna informed board members that he decided to streamline operations by consolidating services provided by the Intervention Services Department. Services related to children experiencing homelessness and foster care will now be handled by the departments for School Choice and the Office […]

Moskowitz, Former State Emergency Management Director, to Run for Congress

Moskowitz, Former State Emergency Management Director, to Run for Congress

Broward County Commissioner Jared Moskowitz, a Democrat who served two years as Gov. Ron DeSantis’ emergency management director, announced Friday he will run for a congressional seat that will be open this year because U.S. Rep. Ted Deutch is not seeking re-election. Moskowitz served as mayor of Parkland before he was elected to the state […]