Wednesday, June 7th: Below are the top stories WTXL ABC 27 is following around the Big Bend, South Georgia, nationally, and your Friday forecast.
1) Leon County moves to pause large-scale data centers. After county commissioners pushed for a moratorium on Tuesday, the Tallahassee City Commission rejected a similar motion in a 3-2 vote Wednesday. The city manager claims current city land code already prevents the construction of data centers.
2) Florida property-tax fight heads to court over ballot wording. The debate over property-tax relief is moving from the Capitol to the courtroom. A newly-filed lawsuit is calling for a judge to change how the amendment proposal will appear on the November ballot.
3) Virginia firearms company Rideout Arsenal to relocate to Thomasville. The company is bringing a $22 million investment and 120 jobs to Thomas County. They're expected to relocate in July.
4) FHSAA creates Open Division for Florida's top high school teams. FHSAA Executive Director Craig Damon says the change for state tournaments opens the door for more schools to compete at the highest level.
5) Friday Forecast: Get ready for a very summer-like weekend as temperatures will climb into the upper 90s with afternoon showers and storms. First to Know Meteorologist Jillian Preite has the details below.
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