The U.S. Department of Labor released unemployment numbers for October 2011 today. The unemployment rate for the Gadsden, Leon and Wakulla area sits at 7.9 percent, down .6 percent from September 2011 and down .3 percent from the year-ago rate of percent.

A new barrel racing track 30 miles west of the state capital is almost ready for action. A test run was held Wednesday. Next month, the betting begins.

Florida Retail Federation sees strong hiring for seasonal jobs as retailers get ready for holiday shopping season

New restaurant serves up Dairy Queen® iconic soft-serve treats, flavorful foods and Orange Julius® offerings

A new multi-million dollar shopping center is on its way to Tallahassee, but the development means existing businesses will get the boot.

The CRSA donation to the Refuge House is valued at around $12,000.

Just in time for the holiday travel season, curbside valet parking is now available at the Tallahassee Regional Airport (TLH). Republic Parking System, the current operator of parking services, this week began offering curbside valet as an option for airport customers.

Whole Foods Market Inc. announced that it will be opening a store in the Miracle Plaza Shopping Center in the summer of 2013.

Prior to the adoption of the ordinance, Leon County identified 33 locations operating simulated gambling devices. In order to comply with the ordinance, all currently operating simulated gambling facilities were required to submit an application by Aug. 15, 2011.

After a roller coaster of a growing season, farmers say they're ready for a break.

“Color Care Across America,” a paint color makeover program for shelters, comes to the Tallahassee-Leon Shelter.

Capital City Bank Group, Inc. will address analysts and investors attending the Sandler O'Neill & Partners, L.P. East Coast Financial Services Conference on November 10, 2011.

Bedzzz Express now calls Tallahassee home.

In the roughly 16 months since it became law, Florida’s $18,000 Sales/Use Tax Cap on boat sales has preserved thousands of marine-related jobs and generated millions of dollars in additional tax revenue.

Capital City Bank Group, Inc. (Nasdaq:CCBG) today reported net income for the third quarter of 2011 totaling $2.0 million, or $0.12 per diluted share, compared to $2.1 million, or $0.12 per diluted share for the second quarter of 2011.

Foremost experts in disaster safety and severe weather will share their latest insights and innovations at the 2011 Annual Meeting of the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes® (FLASH) to be held Oct. 26-28 at Disney’s Boardwalk Inn, Lake Buena Vista, FL.

Those who fly out of Tallahassee will now be greeted with an additional step when going through security. That's because the airport now has a new full-body scanner.

Locally-owned Tuscan Sun Coffee House opens daily at 5 a.m.

This years conference, titled "Emerging Industries and Markets: A Blueprint for Success", will highlight promising growth in today's top industries, explore emerging opportunities in both domestic and international markets, and discuss innovations that will become the cornerstone of tomorrows economy

Convergys Corporation is seeking candidates for 100 full-time positions at its contact center in Valdosta, Georgia.

Holding the first premier business event of the new fiscal year, the 2011 Annual Breakfast Meeting Members of the business community arrived at 7 a.m. to enjoy a 15 minute meet and greet with Florida Governor Rick Scott.

A local business has survived recession after recession and been open for more than seven decades.

Persons interested in applying for any of these vacancies may download the Application for Special Appointment from the Bar's website, www.floridabar.org, or should call Bar headquarters at (850) 561-5757

Super-Lube is teaming up with the Big Bend Homeless Coalition to raise funds to help people who are homeless in Tallahassee. For every full service oil change at participating locations, Super-Lube will donate $3 to the Homeless Coalition.

You may have seen her on our morning show making some of the best desserts in town.