Tallahassee linemen continuing to restore powerlines. Photo courtesy of Tallahassee Democrat In the aftermath of Hurricane Michael, 97 percent of Tallahassee’s residents had power restored within five days of the Oct. 10 storm. With winds reaching up to 71 mph and strong rains raging through a city teeming with canopy […]
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FAMU Homecoming Gospel Concert brings the praise
The Walls Group Photo submitted by Ciara Mims The Al Lawson Center was filled with praise, laughter and tears on Oct. 7 as students, alumni and local congregations gathered for Florida A&M University’s Annual Homecoming Gospel Concert. The show was hosted by Jacquell “The Apostle” Lawson, who is the host […]
T&M Transportation offers a less expensive lift
Terrence McNair of T&M Transportation. Raiyana Malone | The Famuan As the son of a mother who never owned a driver’s license, Terrence Kintay McNair knows firsthand what it is like to have a desire to get somewhere but not the means to get there. McNair’s personal experiences and selfless character […]
‘Champ T’ tackles cancer, again
Towanda Davis is the founder of the Cancer Knockout Foundation. Photo courtesy of Towanda Davis. When you hear the word cancer, what comes to mind? Do you think of the people who have left you behind? How big of a fight someone must go through to overcome it? Or that it would […]
Sociology student shares her inspiring story
Zanae Williams, the founder of A&N Holistic Chanetris Chance | The Famaun Zanae Williams is a go-getter. While most people may give up after defeat, she did not let her obstacles define her. Williams, 23, is a sociology major at Florida A&M with only one-year left until she completes the program. […]
BSU at FSU celebrates new home
The Black Student Union at FSU has an impressive new home. Kalen L. Johnson | The Famaun The atmosphere at 921 West Jefferson St. was similar to a family reunion Friday as Florida State University held the official ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new Black Student Union. Students and alumni gathered […]
Pumpkins in spotlight at sorority event
Kappa Delta Chi Pumpkin Painting Social Jasmine Williams | The Famaun The Latina-founded sorority Kappa Delta Chi hosted a pumpkin painting social Thursday as a way to recruit new members. It took place at the Dunlap Student Success Center on Florida State’s campus, and anyone interested in becoming a member of […]
Tallahassee experiences Asia
Janai Moton | The Famuan Founded in 2004, the Asian Coalition of Tallahassee celebrated in the capital to unite Asian communities in the Big Bend and promote Asian culture. “Experience Asia” was the third largest event held in downtown this past weekend. The experience featured Asian performances, demonstrations, cuisine, arts & crafts, […]
Homecoming housing step show brings the excitement
The housing stepshow helps kick-off the 2018 Florida A&M University homecoming season Photo credit: Office of Student Activities Florida A&M University kicked off homecoming week with the 26th Annual Housing Step Show in the Al Lawson Center on Oct. 1. The show consisted of teams made up of residents from […]
80’s sensation Penny Ford attends FAMU homecoming
The Walls Group members Ahjah, Paco, Darrel and Rhea with singer Penny Ford. Photo courtesy of Penny Ford. Florida A&M University’s homecoming draws in many alumni and spectators far and wide. One of which being the globally renowned recording artist, Penny Ford who flew in all the way from Germany. […]