Terry Gilliam Jr.

1 week ago | wtxl.com | Terry Gilliam Jr.

Local barber tells me after Katrina, he realized his business in the capital city has to weather the storm. That can only be done with resources. Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation announced earlier this month that they’re providing resources to protect Florida businesses and consumers. Watch the video above to hear how small businesses are preparing for hurricanes. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPTS Small businesses are preparing as hurricane season starts to ramp up.

3 weeks ago | wtxl.com | Terry Gilliam Jr.

May is Problem-Solving Court month for Florida. It's to celebrate six programs that are looked at as something that's transforming the justice system. Those programs include Felony Drug Court, Juvenile Drug Court, Veterans' Treatment Court, Early Childhood Court, Mental Health Program, and Mental Health Program. Watch to hear what Problem-Solving court is, and what one judge says it can do to help neighbors who have had run-ins with the law.

3 weeks ago | wtxl.com | Terry Gilliam Jr.

Having Automated External Defibrillators, known as AED's, on-hand are crucial in schools for staff students, it can prevent death when seconds count. If Governor Ron Desantis signs HB 1037 into law, every school in Florida will be required to have a Cardiac Emergency Response Plan and access to AED's. Watch the video above to hear from a school nurse and a school safety specialist. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPTStopping cardiac arrest before it's too late. That's what one Leon County school is trying to do.

4 weeks ago | wtxl.com | Terry Gilliam Jr.

The first-ever Bethel Christian Academy career Expo took place Friday morning on Tallahassee's Northwest side. There was an 18-table set-up for students and parents to rotate to learn about careers in STEM, law enforcement, mental health and more. Watch the video to hear why organizers put the expo together, and their plans for the future. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT Finding out what kids can be when they grow up. That's the goal of Bethel Christian Academy's Career Expo.

4 weeks ago | wtxl.com | Terry Gilliam Jr.

The feeding event will have members of the Clean Start Initiative helping. Clean Start Executive Director Warren Cave is calling on local leaders to come out as well. Watch the video above to hear how this feeding event came about, and what this local organization plans to accomplish. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPTLending a helping a hand to the homeless community by WAY of food. I'm Terry Gilliam.