| 💕 The Weekend is Calling. And we've got the scoop you didn't know you needed. First up, FAMU’s Marching 100 took Coachella by storm, showing that talent lives here! If you missed it, don’t worry – we’ve got the highlights for you. Plus, Leon County Schools (LCS) threw in a retirement surprise for their former executive director that had everyone feeling all kinds of emotions. |
| Quick SummaryFor fun Friday, check out our 397th issue: ICYMI: FAMU’s Marching 100 at Coachella Post of the Month: LCS | Retirement Surprise Event Highlight: Movies in the Park | Toy Story
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| 🎷🎵 FAMU’s Marching 100 Set Coachella Ablaze With Headliner Travis Scott. | FAMU News Florida A&M University's Marching 100 made history at the Coachella stage alongside hip-hop icon Travis Scott in a groundbreaking performance that fused HBCU band tradition with modern rap energy. Under the desert sky, the band delivered a fierce rendition of Scott’s hit “4x4,” igniting the crowd with their signature precision and energy. Dr. Shelby Chipman, director of the Marching 100, described the moment as “bigger than a stage—it was a cultural crossroads,” highlighting the band's role in bridging musical worlds and showcasing the rich legacy of HBCU bands. This collaboration underscores the growing recognition of HBCU bands in mainstream music, offering a platform for their artistry on a global stage. In March, 26 students from the Marching 100 headed to the festival, adding Coachella to their incredible resume, which includes the Super Bowl, GRAMMYs, and a global appearance at Louis Vuitton's Men’s Fashion Show in Paris. Coachella was uncharted territory. They were standing beneath the lights of one of the world’s most iconic music festivals, where mega-stars Cardi B, Teyana Taylor, Victoria Monet, and Travis Barker were in attendance. 📺 Watch their performance and rehearsal before the show.
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| 🫶🏻🫂 Few Weeks Ago, Leon County Schools (LCS) Surprised Their Former Executive Director with a Special Retirement Video. Bill Nimmons dedicated 31 years to Leon County Schools’ Technology & Information Services (TIS). Before Bill started to work at LCS, he lived in Trinidad, Spain, and Iceland. He served 13 years in the United States Air Force and wrapped up the last five years of his career at Moody Air Force Base. He ran an extensive data center at the Air Traffic Control and said that no matter how large an organization is, at the end of the day, family is the most important thing. Bill has been with LCS since 1994 and said his happiest moment was completing and launching the FOCUS app for the parents. LCS thanked his work and service for the whole 31 year-journey. | LCS FB Post Bill initially believed he was attending an ‘exit interview’, only to discover there was actually a surprise retirement video made for him, leaving everyone feeling all kinds of emotions. 🥹😄 Leon County Schools (LCS) has been a leader in academics for over a century. Located in Florida’s capital, they’re a student-centered district focused on excellence and innovation. With their five pillars of success, they create safe, caring environments and offer diverse, high-quality education to prepare students for the future.
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| | Entertainment / Things To Do Sunday, May 18 Featured Event: Movies in the Park: Toy Story by Tallahassee Downtown and Tallahassee Film Festival | Sunday, May 18 | 8 PM | Kleman Plaza | Free Learn More | FB Marie Bostwick with The Book club for Troublesome Women by Midtown Reader | Sunday, May 18 | 4:30 PM | 1123 Thomasville Rd. | Learn More
Thursday, May 29 Saturday, June 7 3rd Annual Dads & Strollers by Capital Area Healthy Start Coalition and Kenyatta Colvin | Saturday, June 7 | 10 AM | Cascades Park | Register | Learn More Mayday Parade | Saturday, June 7 | 7 PM | The Moon | $40 Tickets | Learn More
Sunday, June 8 Friday to Saturday, June 13 to 14 Saturday, June 21 Monday, June 23
Sports Tallahassee Soccer Club; Venue: Gene Cox Stadium, 601 Paul Russell Rd. Battle Lions Vs. AFC Mobile by Tallahassee Soccer Club and Visit Tallahassee | Sunday, June 1 | 7 PM | $10 Tickets Learn More Battle Lions Vs. Valdosta FC by Tallahassee Soccer Club and Visit Tallahassee | Saturday, June 7 | 7 PM | $10 Tickets Learn More 850 Cup Final - Battle Lions Vs. Pensacola FC by Tallahassee Soccer Club and Visit Tallahassee | Wednesday, June 11 | 7 PM | $10 Tickets Learn More
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