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In today's newsletter:

  • How a Tallahassee sting stopped an online predator with a gun
  • Meet the new reporter focused on your Northwest Tallahassee neighborhood.
  • How a $5,000 gift will help Tallahassee seniors stay independent.

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 91 and low of 65 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Sunny to partly cloudy, temps: high: 89, low: 68.
  • Thursday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 88 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Tallahassee Man Sentenced to Decade in Federal Prison for Child Exploitation Crimes & Firearm Possession by Felon (justice.gov) — A Tallahassee man has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison after a local undercover operation by Tallahassee Police and Leon County deputies caught him attempting to exploit a minor online and carrying a firearm as a felon. The case, part of national child-protection initiatives, means he'll face five years of supervised release and sex offender registration after prison, underscoring ongoing local efforts to safeguard children.
   

2. Alexis Kougias (wtxl.com) — Northwest Tallahassee residents now have a dedicated neighborhood reporter, as Florida State alum and Medill-trained journalist Alexis Kougias joins WTXL and returns to call the city home. She's inviting locals to share story ideas and neighborhood happenings so she can spotlight what matters most in your part of town.
   

3. Gulf Winds Credit Union Supports Healthy Aging with $5,000 Gift to Elder Care Services (talchamber.com) — Older adults in Tallahassee are getting a boost thanks to a $5,000 donation from Gulf Winds Credit Union to Elder Care Services during Healthy Aging Month. The gift supports Meals on Wheels, transportation, day programs, and in-home services that help local seniors stay independent, connected, and healthy across the Big Bend community.
   

4. Florida CFO says more than 30 arrests made in $1.7 million property damage fraud scheme (wctv.tv) — A Tallahassee woman is among more than 30 people arrested in what state officials call a $1.7 million property damage fraud scheme, with several suspects booked into Leon County Jail. Investigators say former state employees helped approve false claims, leading to multiple grand theft and fraud charges. State financial officials report the investigation is still unfolding.
   

5. Tallahassee's tick season continues through fall, experts relay recommended procedures (wctv.tv) — Tallahassee pet owners are seeing more ticks this season, and veterinarians say the risk will likely continue through November in North Florida. Local experts explain how ticks can spread diseases like Lyme and ehrlichiosis, offer step‑by‑step removal tips, and recommend medications and clothing choices so you and your pets can stay safer on trails, in parks, and even neighborhood yards.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • 🩷update: she has been reunited ❤️
    FOUND: sweet female Dog found walking in our backyard in Royal Oaks. (Nextdoor Shannon Lakes)
  • Found this sweet boy off Mission behind Tesla dealership.
    He is not nutered had not collar and no chip. He will be at Leon County Animal Shelter (Nextdoor San Luis Ridge)
  • Chick-fil-A posted a job opening for Back of House Team Member (West Tennessee Street) in Tallahassee. Apply here.
  • Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza posted a job opening for Pizza Maker in Tallahassee. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Tallahassee here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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