Florida Weekly Round-Up: Local Elections, AI Data Center Bans & FAMU Music Legacy

Missed the biggest headlines this week? WFSU Public Media’s Weekly Round-Up has you covered. In this week’s edition, WFSU newsroom intern Roni Graham breaks down three stories impacting North Florida and beyond: 🔹 Local election season is heating up as candidate forums take place at WFSU Studios ahead of Florida’s August primary elections. School board races, local commissions, judges, and mayoral seats are all on the ballot, and these local offices can have a major impact on your everyday life. The voter registration deadline for the primary is July 20. 🔹 The debate over AI data centers continues in North Florida, as Jackson and Wakulla counties officially move to ban them. Residents cite concerns over water consumption, environmental impact, and the future of Florida’s connected water systems as artificial intelligence infrastructure expands. 🔹 Internationally acclaimed trumpeter Longineu Parsons joins WFSU’s The Warehouse to talk about his career, his ties to Florida A&M University, and the legacy of legendary jazz musician Nat Adderley. The conversation highlights FAMU’s deep influence on music and culture in Tallahassee and beyond. Stay informed with trusted local journalism from WFSU Public Media, your NPR and PBS station serving Tallahassee, North Florida, and South Georgia. Visit WFSU.org for more local news, election coverage, arts, and community stories. #FloridaNews #Tallahassee #LocalElections #FloridaPolitics #AIdatacenters #WakullaCounty #JacksonCounty #FAMU #Jazz #PublicMedia #WFSU #WeeklyRoundUp