{"id":232518,"date":"2026-04-15T10:32:09","date_gmt":"2026-04-15T10:32:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/232518\/"},"modified":"2026-04-15T10:32:09","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T10:32:09","slug":"tallahassee-airport-renamed-after-legendary-coach-bobby-bowden","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/232518\/","title":{"rendered":"Tallahassee Airport Renamed After Legendary Coach Bobby Bowden"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"submission-link-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Tallahassee%2C+FL&amp;city=Tallahassee&amp;type=Update+Existing+Story&amp;headline=Tallahassee+Airport+Renamed+After+Legendary+Coach+Bobby+Bowden&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Ffl%2Ftallahassee%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F15%2Ftallahassee-airport-renamed-after-legendary-coach-bobby-bowden-1%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got story updates? Submit your updates here. \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/69deeaaba611a.jpg\" alt=\"A realistic oil painting depicting the exterior of an airport terminal building in warm, golden light, with the new signage 'Bobby Bowden-Tallahassee International Airport' prominently displayed on the facade.\" width=\"1344\" height=\"768\" class=\"news-image\"\/>The renaming of Tallahassee&#8217;s airport honors the enduring legacy of legendary Florida State football coach Bobby Bowden.Tallahassee Today<\/p>\n<p>Governor Ron DeSantis officially dedicated the Tallahassee International Airport as the Bobby Bowden-Tallahassee International Airport, honoring the legendary Florida State University football coach who passed away in 2021.<\/p>\n<p>        Why it matters<\/p>\n<p>Bobby Bowden is a revered figure in Florida sports history, leading the Florida State Seminoles to two national championships and 12 ACC titles over his 34-year tenure as head coach. Renaming the Tallahassee airport after Bowden recognizes his immense impact on the local community and the state.<\/p>\n<p>                The details<\/p>\n<p>The airport dedication ceremony featured remarks from Governor DeSantis and other state and local officials, celebrating Bowden&#8217;s legacy and his deep ties to Tallahassee. The airport, which serves as a major transportation hub for the region, will now prominently feature Bowden&#8217;s name on all signage and branding.<\/p>\n<p>        The airport dedication ceremony took place on April 15, 2026.<\/p>\n<p>          The players<\/p>\n<p>          Ron DeSantis<\/p>\n<p>The current Governor of Florida who presided over the airport dedication ceremony.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nationaltoday.com\/birthday\/bobby-bowden\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Bobby Bowden<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The legendary former head football coach of the Florida State Seminoles, who passed away in 2021 at the age of 91.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Tallahassee%2C+FL&amp;city=Tallahassee&amp;type=Upload+Story+Photos&amp;headline=Tallahassee+Airport+Renamed+After+Legendary+Coach+Bobby+Bowden&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Ffl%2Ftallahassee%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F15%2Ftallahassee-airport-renamed-after-legendary-coach-bobby-bowden-1%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got photos? Submit your photos here. \u203a<\/a><br \/>\n                What they\u2019re saying<\/p>\n<p class=\"news-quote-quote\">\u201cBobby Bowden is a true Florida icon, and it&#8217;s only fitting that the Tallahassee airport now bears his name to honor his incredible legacy.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"news-quote-cite\">\u2014 Ron DeSantis, Governor of Florida<\/p>\n<p>                What\u2019s next<\/p>\n<p>The airport will undergo rebranding efforts over the next several months to fully incorporate Bobby Bowden&#8217;s name and likeness throughout the facility.<\/p>\n<p>          The takeaway<\/p>\n<p>The renaming of the Tallahassee airport after Bobby Bowden solidifies his enduring impact on Florida sports and the local community, ensuring his name and legacy will be celebrated by travelers for generations to come.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Got story updates? 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