Tallahassee #15 Most Educated Metro Areas

From American City & County An educated workforce can provide a city with major economic and financial benefits. Higher education levels often yield higher wages, which in turn lead to higher tax revenues. Additionally, an educated population is a good way to attract other people with high levels of education. Financial news and information site WalletHub […]

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Ep. 21 Part II – Skip Foster, Tallahassee Democrat

Skip Foster, Publisher of the Tallahassee Democrat, joins the Chamber podcast for part II of a conversation about his career, the everyday triumphs and tribulations of a news team, life as a newspaper publisher and his take on some of Tallahassee’s top issues including crime, economic growth and more. This conversation with Skip covered so […]

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Ribbon Cutting – American Truck Depot

American Truck Depot 3122 West Tennessee Street Tallahassee, FL 32303 The American Truck Depot is dedicated to providing high quality vehicles at fair prices. We’re on a mission to contribute to the American economy by empowering working Americans with vehicles built for working. In addition, the American Truck Depot seeks to strengthen the local community […]

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Tallahassee Ear, Nose and Throat – Head and Neck Surgery, P.A. Welcomes Dr. Matthew Connor

The physicians of Tallahassee, Ear, Nose and Throat welcome Matthew Connor, M.D. to their practice; he will begin accepting adult and pediatric patients July 11th. Dr. Connor received his medical degree from Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 2010. As an officer in the United States Air Force, he […]

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Tallahassee named #5 on Livability’s list of the 10 Best Home Base Cities for Road Trippers

From Livability Is there anything better than a road trip? The sense of freedom and adventure, the random roadside attractions, the hidden gems, the curated soundtrack, the gas station coffee … we’re getting the urge to grab our car keys just thinking about it. As we enter late summer and early fall (AKA prime road […]

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Tallahassee #3 Best City for Lawyers

From AdvisorSmith Lawyers play an important role in our society by creating, interpreting, and applying the law for their clients. Besides representing clients in court, lawyers may also provide advice, draft legal documents and contracts, and assist in negotiating deals. Lawyers can also represent clients in criminal cases or work for the government in creating […]

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Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce hosts discussion on poverty

From WTXL TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Community leaders got together Thursday to have a discussion about local poverty. They talked about forging stronger neighborhoods, combating economic segregation, and delivering a higher quality of life. It was hosted by the Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce. The chamber says there needs to be new pathways to jobs, housing, and […]

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Community conversations discuss ongoing projects in Bond neighborhood

From WCTV.tv TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) — The Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce held a community conversation on Thursday, discussing poverty in the area. Representatives from Leon County schools, Second Harvest, the real estate community, and city and county leaders attended. Many said the community is divided along economic lines. Speakers discussed the importance of early childhood […]

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Economic, educational mobility the focus of latest Chamber-hosted community conversation

From the Tallahassee Democrat Bond Community was a fitting neighborhood for the latest community conversation hosted by the Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce. It’s one of several south side neighborhoods in need of an economic lift. The average households earns $17,295. Out of its 3,100 residents, more are renters than homeowners. Talethia Edwards, a rising community advocate […]

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