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🌱 What Leon County’s extended burn ban means for your outdoor plans

Tallahassee, Florida Patch AM: a 5 min read

Hello Tallahassee! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What Leon County’s extended burn ban means for your outdoor plans
  • Why Tallahassee firefighters left town—and what it means for you
  • How a clutch single in Tallahassee sealed FAMU’s SWAC title

Today's riddle: What is the difference between a nicely dressed man on a tricycle and a poorly dressed man on a bicycle? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 84 and low of 65 degrees.
  • Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 88, low: 64. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: Partly sunny and warm, with a high of 90 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Leon County extends burn ban another week as wildfires burn statewide (tallahassee.com) — Leon County has extended its countywide burn ban through May 1 as dry conditions and wildfires continue to threaten communities across Florida, including the Big Bend. Local officials say residents’ cooperation has helped firefighters contain recent blazes, but warn that the elevated fire danger means outdoor burning remains off-limits while experts reassess conditions.
   

2. Tallahassee firefighters deploy to Putnam County to battle the 4,000-acre Railroad Complex brush fire (wtxl.com) — Tallahassee firefighters are deployed to Putnam County this week to help contain the massive 4,000-acre Railroad Complex brush fire while local stations remain fully staffed. With extreme drought conditions, officials warn Tallahassee residents to obey burn bans, avoid careless sparks like tossed cigarette butts, and stay alert as crews work long hours with specialized wildfire equipment.
   

3. FAMU softball clinches SWAC East with walk-off win over Jackson State (wctv.tv) — Florida A&M softball clinched the SWAC East in Tallahassee with a dramatic 8–7 walk-off win over Jackson State, capped by Jordan Douglas’ game-winning single. The Rattlers rallied from an early deficit and now finish the regular season with a home doubleheader against the Tigers.
   

4. Billions on the line as Florida budget talks stretch into another session (wfla.com) — State lawmakers will return to Tallahassee for yet another special session in May to hammer out a roughly $114 billion state budget, after missing their regular 60‑day deadline. Leaders say spending will dip slightly below this year’s $117 billion plan, while Democrats warn delays threaten funding certainty for housing, healthcare, Medicaid, childcare, seniors, and public schools across Florida.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Please don’t abandon your pets.
    After all, they’re like family to us and are always by our side. I don’t know why I always seem to come across so many stray dogs and cats. Maybe it… (Nextdoor Westminster Oaks)
  • I have had this cow girl come visit me in my yard a few times and I just wanted to post her photo on here to make sure she has a home.
    I'm pretty sure it is a female but no collar. Very chatty and friendly. Looks feed and taken care of. (Nextdoor San Luis Ridge)
  • Tailored Brands posted a job opening for Retail Sales Associate Part Time in Tallahassee. Apply here.
  • Serco posted a job opening for Senior Logistics Management Specialist - Vicenza, Italy in Tallahassee. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Tallahassee here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A tire. (Thank you Joan B. for sending it in!)
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