The Hansel E. Tookes Student Recreational Center provides physical activities for Florida A&M University students who want to stay active during their time on campus. Photo Submitted by Loren Lyons. The Hansel E. Tookes Student Recreation Center provides physical activities for Florida A&M University students who want to stay active during their time […]
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Local office complex treats staff to hot air balloon rides
Guests had the opportunity to complimentary ride the balloons. Photo Submitted by Jina Gilliam Employees at the Summit East Technology Park were treated to an exclusive hot air balloon festival last weekend. The four-and-a-half-hour event gave guests the opportunity to ride balloons, enjoy dancing, face painting, and vendors while indulging […]
FAMU grad’s artwork showcased at this alma mater
Pottery work and wooden sculptures by Earl Washington on display in Foster-Tanner. Photo Submitted by Kayla Lawson The Artists in Bloom Festival is hosted by FAMU’s Visual Arts Program. As a part of this festival, Earl Washington: Unlimited Expressions of Life is being displayed in the Foster-Tanner Fine Arts Gallery […]
FAMU track and field director resigns
Courtesy of FAMU Athletics Former FAMU track and field coach Darlene Moore, doing a walk-through before FAMU Relays Saturday. FAMU Athletics confirmed Sunday morning that cross country and track and field head coach Darlene Moore has resigned from her position effective immediately. Coach Moore tendered her resignation letter […]
Volunteers in WIRED competition make a positive change for Tallahassee communities
Some volunteers and people of the community enjoying ice cream in front of the Hucksters Mobile Market. Amari Godwin | The Famuan A hand full of people from different communities in Tallahassee came together as one to pitch possible solutions to sustainability problems that many cities and states face today, […]
FAMU grad Phillip Stewart says music saved his life
Phillip Stewart promotes 'Good Vibes' in his music and day-to-day life. Bria Wesley | The Famuan Phillip Stewart was a lot more mature than his peers in Miami. At the tender age of 11, he thought he knew the key to a woman’s heart without saying a word, and that […]
Some parents unhappy with proposed start times for local schools
A Leon County school bus parked on Griffin Middle School. Photo Submitted by Breyanna Holmes The Leon County School Board is reaching out to parents to determine if schools should begin at a different time . The school board has sent out surveys to parents and faculty regarding possible time […]
Commission puts brakes on e-scooters; students ready to ride
E-scooters are popular in several states, but Tallahassee isn’t ready hop on the craze. Bria Wesley | The Famuan Several times during the school year, Cory Smith has relied on rented bicycles as his means of transportation. He’d like to join the e-scooter craze, but can’t while he is a […]
Franklin Academy owner looks forward after shooting near school
Despite death in front Margaret Franklin's school, she will soon celebrate grand opening of new facilities. Bria Wesley | The Famuan After only 10 months of purchasing a new location for Franklin Academy, the last thing owner Margaret Franklin imagined–a fatal shooting in the neighboring complex resulted in 17-year-old, Cobi […]
Student Senate talks next year’s budget
Josh Mikkel | The Famuan The Student Senate discussing the budget with fellow Rattlers, Monday. Florida A&M University’s Student Senate discussed the 2019-2020 budget at their Monday meeting at 6 p.m., in the senate chambers. During the meeting two freshmen students, Kayla Braggs and De’Aundre Newsomes, and one senior […]