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Events, News

American Country band Turnpike Troubadours coming to Tallahassee

TALLAHASSEE, Fla (May 5, 2023) – Popular American country music band from Tahlequah, Oklahoma, Turnpike Troubadours is making a stop in Tallahassee at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center this fall. The concert will take place on Nov. 3 with openers Blackberry Smoke and Jason Boland and the Stragglers.  The Turnpike Troubadours have been together since 2005 and have released five albums during their tenure. … Continue reading American Country band Turnpike Troubadours coming to Tallahassee

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Food, News

Argonaut Coffee in Midtown shutting its doors

TALLAHASSEE, FL – Midtown coffee shop Argonaut Coffee is shutting its doors at the end of the month, owners announced via Facebook on Jan. 2. “We’ve had such a wonderful time serving you all and count ourselves lucky to have made it through the pandemic with so many new lifelong friends and customers. The growth that continues to this day is still unbelievable to us, … Continue reading Argonaut Coffee in Midtown shutting its doors

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Food, News

Rankin Tacos permanently closing its doors

TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA – Beloved Tallahassee taco staple Rankin Tacos has announced that it will be shutting its doors after coming “to a crossroads,” and deciding to close. According to the owners, Roger and Brigitte Rankin via a Facebook post, the decision to close came due to “many factors” though they didn’t share any specific details. The Rankins wrote that, “This was our dream, and while … Continue reading Rankin Tacos permanently closing its doors

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Food

First Slim Chickens in Tallahassee to open Jan. 9

TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA – The first Slim Chickens location in Tallahassee is officially set to open on Monday, Jan. 9 at 2441 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303. The chicken tender, sandwich and wing spot is located next to Culver’s, off of John Knox Road. The fast-casual restaurant is well-known for its wing meals, chicken sandwiches, milkshakes and house sauces. The Arkansas-based Slim Chickens, which has … Continue reading First Slim Chickens in Tallahassee to open Jan. 9

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Events

Topgolf Live coming to Doak Campbell Stadium

By The Tally Wire staff TALLAHASSEE, Fla (The Tally Wire) – From Nov. 18 to 20, TopGolf Live, Top Golf’s limited-time pop up event, will be hosted at Florida State University’s Doak Campbell Stadium. Hosted by FSU Venues & Tours, this event gives golf fans have a fun, interactive golf experience without the use of a traditional golf course. Top Golf Live uses Toptracer Range … Continue reading Topgolf Live coming to Doak Campbell Stadium

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Events, News

North Florida Fair wrapping up this weekend

By The Tally Wire Staff TALLAHASSEE, Fla (The Tally Wire) – The North Florida Fair is wrapping up Sunday, Nov. 14 after two weeks at the North Florida Fairgrounds. Located at 441 Paul Russell Road, this year’s comeback after a hiatus due to COVID-19 includes fan favorite rides, food and attractions for people of all ages. Friday, the fair opens at 5 p.m. and closes … Continue reading North Florida Fair wrapping up this weekend

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Lifestyle, People

City of Tallahassee Mayor, John Dailey, on Life, Football Season, and Community

By Cristi McKee TALLAHASSEE, Fla — There are some things that most know about City of Tallahassee Mayor John Dailey. He was elected the mayor of Tallahassee in 2018, he is a private business owner, and prior to becoming mayor, he served on the Leon County Board of County Commissioners. However, he also has a rescue dog named Lulu, his favorite season in Tallahassee is … Continue reading City of Tallahassee Mayor, John Dailey, on Life, Football Season, and Community

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People

Tallahassee City Services Spotlight: Shawanda Crooms, Community Beautification and Waste Management Driver

By Heather Teter / Special to The Tally Wire TALLAHASSEE, Fla — Shawanda Crooms grew up believing that she could do anything she set her mind to. As the first and only female operations driver with the City of Tallahassee’s Community Beautification and Waste Management Department, she has lived her life that way, accomplishing one goal after another.  “It’s scary to be the first…anything,” Shawanda … Continue reading Tallahassee City Services Spotlight: Shawanda Crooms, Community Beautification and Waste Management Driver

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Events

Tallahassee Nurseries Hosting Special Month-Long Orchid Sales Event

By Amy Marcos TALLAHASSEE, Fla — Throughout the month of September, local award-winning nursery, Tallahassee Nurseries, will be hosting five specialty orchid growers on site. Due to COVID-19 concerns, the nursery’s annual April orchid show was postponed, but the orchid producers had already grown hundreds of plants for sale at the show. In lieu of the April orchid show, Tallahassee Nurseries will host one grower … Continue reading Tallahassee Nurseries Hosting Special Month-Long Orchid Sales Event

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Places

3 Tallahassee Fishing Spots to Check Out

By The Tally Wire staff | Photo: Brady Rogers Whether you prefer traditional fishing or fly fishing, Tallahassee offers a variety of freshwater lakes all throughout the city to visit and do so at. Check out these 3 Tallahassee fishing spots. Lake Talquin — Lake Talquin is a widespread reservoir, found just west of Tallahassee, that is an ideal spot for boating and fishing. Located … Continue reading 3 Tallahassee Fishing Spots to Check Out

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