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The massive Welaunee development on Tallahassee’s northeast side is facing scrutiny regarding its financing. Discussions included an amendment to the Canopy Development Agreement and the planned Dempsey Mayo Road extension. Concerns were raised about developer obligations versus city commitments.
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Terrance Booker, a former Tallahassee youth minister, was sentenced to over 55 years in prison after being declared a sexual predator. He previously worked with young people at his church and a local elementary school's after-school program before his arrest in August 2025. Booker still faces accusations from four other victims whose charges are pending.
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The city of Tallahassee announced that complete exterior finishes for the Southside Transit Center are expected this month. Construction has progressed significantly, with primary structural steel and roof systems now finished. The center is located at Orange Avenue and Meridian Street.
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A Tallahassee woman, Makayla Hooker, entered a plea on Thursday regarding charges for the shooting death of her boyfriend. She is accused of shooting Anthony Belk inside his RV on Ravensview Drive last October. Hooker could face 25 to 45 years for second-degree murder charges and is set to be sentenced on October 27th.
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Volunteers of America Florida is expanding its Veteran Housing Program, offering 48 free beds starting Thursday in Tallahassee. This expansion is part of a new statewide contract with the Veterans Administration. The service helps veterans get back on their feet and into permanent housing at no cost to eligible veterans.
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A recent court ruling in Tallahassee could affect the city's school speed zone camera program. A judge threw out a citation because officers failed to prove the exact time and day of the alleged offense. This case opened after a driver was cited for speeding on North Martin Luther King Boulevard.
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