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5 Indoor Plants to Get From Tallahassee Nurseries

By Cristi McKee | Photo: Tallahassee Nurseries Local award-winning nursery, Tallahassee Nurseries, located at 2911 Thomasville Rd, offers not only landscaping services, gifts and gardening tools, and flowers and trees, but also a plethora of indoor houseplants. If you are interested in expanding your indoor garden or beginning one, check out these 5 indoor plants to purchase. Orchids — There are a number of beautiful … Continue reading 5 Indoor Plants to Get From Tallahassee Nurseries

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Lifestyle

A Guide to Locally-Sourced Mother’s Day Gifts in Tallahassee

By The Tally Wire Staff | Photo: Antonio Janeski Mother’s Day, falling on May 10, 2020, is quickly approaching! This year, while you may not be able to shop around in-person for the perfect Mother’s Day gift, there are still plenty of options to find a great locally-made gift! Check out this guide to locally-sourced gifts for mom. A plant or two from a local … Continue reading A Guide to Locally-Sourced Mother’s Day Gifts in Tallahassee

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5 Places to Take Visiting Family During Christmas Break in Tallahassee

By Cristi McKee | Photo: Florida Historic Capitol Museum If you have visiting family coming to town for Christmas vacation, consider taking them on a tour of the town. Check out these 5 spots to take them in Tallahassee. Dorothy B. Oven Park — This beloved park features a gorgeous display of Christmas lights during the holiday season. Families can enjoy a stroll though a … Continue reading 5 Places to Take Visiting Family During Christmas Break in Tallahassee

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Places

Adventure Guide to Tallahassee’s Surrounding Cities

By Abby Cloud | Photo: Jonah’s Fish & Grits Tallahassee is home to a wide variety of businesses, restaurants, shops, and community events that many residents take advantage of. However, we are all familiar with those days where we’re yearning for something new to see or do. Fortunately, Tallahassee has a few neighboring towns and cities that provide new and exciting experiences, all within driving … Continue reading Adventure Guide to Tallahassee’s Surrounding Cities

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Places

What to See and Do in Tallahassee in 1 Day

By Cristi McKee | Photo: Devoe L. Moore Center Blog Where to Eat & Drink Bradley’s Country Store — Country smoked sausage is a family tradition at Bradley’s Country Store, which was founded in the capital city in 1927, and has since gained national recognition from governors to city folk alike. You can drop by the authentic country store and pick up a signature sausage … Continue reading What to See and Do in Tallahassee in 1 Day

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Capital City Pedicabs a Tallahassee Tourism Staple

By Abby Cloud | Photo: Capital City Pedicabs The concept of exploring downtown is given a whole new meaning when you take advantage of Tallahassee’s very own Capital City Pedicabs. You can enjoy this completely one-of-a-kind mode of transportation as you sit back in a canvas-covered cab connected to a bicycle with a licensed cyclist biking you around the Capital City. To learn more about … Continue reading Capital City Pedicabs a Tallahassee Tourism Staple

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Events

Celebrate Summer with Cascade Park’s Sundown Concert Series

By Abby Cloud | Photo: Downtown Tallahassee Nothing says summer quite like a night at Cascades Park as the sky burns with a sunset, the heat dies down, and a local band plays in front of you. Each month at Cascade’s Amphitheater, you can catch the free Sundown Concert Series taking place from 7 p.m.-10 p.m. from May and to November. The Tally Wire chatted … Continue reading Celebrate Summer with Cascade Park’s Sundown Concert Series

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Places

A guide to state parks in (or around) Tallahassee

By Cristi McKee As the capital of Florida, Tallahassee is most known for the government buildings it is home to, like the “old” and “new” capitol buildings, the Florida Supreme Court, and the Florida Department of Education. What many don’t know is that Tallahassee and its surrounding communities are actually home to numerous historical, unique and expansive state parks. From sites of Florida Civil War … Continue reading A guide to state parks in (or around) Tallahassee

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The 7 Wonders of Tallahassee

By Cristi McKee| Photo: Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Tallahassee is home to unique architecture, historical sites, stunning art, and cultural monuments. Among these special pieces are monuments that date back to the beginning of the city, state parks that hosted Florida battles during the Civil War, popular recreational spots, and more. This season, take some time to visit these 7 wonders here in town. … Continue reading The 7 Wonders of Tallahassee

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Top Architectural Feats in Tallahassee

By Cristi McKee | Photo: St. Peter’s Anglican Cathedral You may be surprised by how many unique, historic, and impressive architectural wonders can be found here in the capital. If you are curious about what these buildings are, check out this list of the top architectural feats in Tallahassee! Caroline Brevard Grammar School Lewis Spring House Women’s Club of Tallahassee St. Peter’s Anglican Cathedral Leon … Continue reading Top Architectural Feats in Tallahassee

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