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

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

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

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

TopGolf Live coming to Doak Campbell Stadium in February 2021

By Cristi McKee TALLAHASSEE, Fla — From February 11-14, 2021, TopGolf Live, Top Golf’s limited-time pop up event, will be hosted at Florida State University’s Doak Campbell Stadium. Presented by The Seminole Experience, Florida State Seminoles and Seminoles Boosters, this event gives golf fans have a fun, interactive golf experience — without the use of a traditional golf course — in one of Tallahassee’s most beloved … Continue reading TopGolf Live coming to Doak Campbell Stadium in February 2021

Tallahassee’s newest Mediterranean restaurant, Yasou Cafe, celebrates grand opening

By The Tally Wire staff TALLAHASSEE, Fla — On Nov. 3, Tallahassee’s newest Mediterranean restaurant, Yasou Cafe, celebrated their grand opening at at 3551 Blairstone Rd. Suite 101. The new cafe offers “a new adventure coming from the Mediterranean,” and “the real taste of the most famous dishes from the Mediterranean countries in Tallahassee,” according to restaurant owners. Cafe Yasou’s food menu features classic Mediterranean … Continue reading Tallahassee’s newest Mediterranean restaurant, Yasou Cafe, celebrates grand opening

North Florida Carnival Food Fair coming up this weekend

By The Tally Wire staff TALLAHASSEE, Fla — From Friday, Nov., to Sunday, Nov. 8, the North Florida Fair will be hosting a carnival food fair in lieu of the annual North Florida Fair. Each day from 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m., the carnival will be open on site at the North Florida Fairgrounds located at 441 Paul Russell Rd. This fall’s North Florida Fair event was … Continue reading North Florida Carnival Food Fair coming up this weekend

Friends of Maclay Gardens, Tallahassee Nurseries Collaborate for Virtual Maclay Tour of Gardens

By Cristi McKee TALLAHASSEE, Fla — Due to COVID-19 concerns, the annual May event, Maclay Tour of Gardens, hosted by Friends of Maclay Gardens, was canceled this year. In lieu of the garden tour, Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park and Tallahassee Nurseries have partnered up to highlight one local garden through a 20-minute long virtual tour. In this virtual tour, Tallahassee resident, Scotti Holm, … Continue reading Friends of Maclay Gardens, Tallahassee Nurseries Collaborate for Virtual Maclay Tour of Gardens

5 locally-owned doughnut spots to check out in Tallahassee

By The Tally Wire staff TALLAHASSEE, Fla — Tallahassee and our local communities are home to several locally-owned and operated doughnut spots. Read about them out here. Donut Kingdom — With two locations across town, Donut Kingdom, located at 3813 N Monroe St, is open from 6:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m., and 685 W Tennessee St, open from 6:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. daily, makes their doughnuts fresh daily. … Continue reading 5 locally-owned doughnut spots to check out in Tallahassee

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