TALLAHASSEE, FL (WTXL) — Wednesday, August 12th: Below are the top stories WTXL ABC 27 is following around the Big Bend, South Georgia, nationally, and your forecast.
1) Leon County students return to class as district focuses on reading education. Superintendent Rocky Hanna says he hopes to build on the district's "B" grade from the state with a focus on getting back to the basics.
2) Smart Dreams Academy prepares to open its doors for young adults aging out of foster care. A new campus near FAMU will bring together housing, career support, mentorship, and life skills for young people transitioning out of foster care
3) Tallahassee Parks and Rec seeks volunteer youth coaches. The city's parks and recreation department wants to grow its youth tackle football program this fall. They're recruiting volunteer coaches to help lead teams across the city.
4) FDOT plans shared-use trail expansion on Ochlockonee Bay Bridge. The trail would connect Alligator Drive in Franklin County to Surf Road and Mashes Sands Road in Wakulla County, adding a 10- to 12-foot path along the bridge for pedestrians and cyclists to cross without a vehicle.
5) VSU lauches new center to expand hands-on learning opportunities. The center can connect students with internships, research opportunities, study abroad programs, and community partnerships through service learning.
6) Wednesday Forecast: This midday we are in the upper 80s and low 90s, and that will climb into the upper 90s by the late afternoon. We are also in a Heat Advisory again today until 7:00 p.m. First to Know Meteorologist Ryan Gold has the details below.
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