Courtesy of Beraiah Baker Senate Bill 214 passes the Criminal Justice committee during Mondays state Senate meeting. The bill sponsored by Republican Sen. Nancy Detert of District 28, heightens the felony or misdemeanor degree of an assault, battery or sexual battery committed against a “broker,” “broker associate,” or “sales associate” […]
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Spring Election Update: Supreme Court holds pre-trial
Courtesy of LINCT During Wednesday nights student senate meeting senators were urged by a concerned student to seek a ruling from the Supreme Court. The students concerns regarded the voting procedures practiced at the College of Law precinct during the Spring 2016 election, with special regards the to Student Government […]
SB 1420 fights its way through the criminal justice committee
Senate Bill 1420 passes the Criminal Justice committee Friday but not without a fight. The language of the bill was slightly confusing for committee members, which prolonged the voting. SB 1420 proposed by Republican Sen. Aaron Bean of District 4, puts strict detailed restrictions on persons who can be employed […]
TCC renames Veteran Success Center
Courtesy of TCC Tallahassee Community College renamed their Veteran Success Center in honor of TCC trustee Karen B. Moore and her husband retired veteran Richard Moore. The Moore’s have a distinct connection with veterans and understand their needs. Both Richard and Karen Moore come from deeply rooted military families. “Service […]
FAMU student senate meeting discusses election discrepancies
The Spring 2016 election season came to an end last Thursday after all available positions were filled and the Electoral Commission accounted for all votes. Justin Bruno and Devin Harrison were named Student Government Association President and Vice President elect with 1,366 votes. Their opponent’s Victor Chrispin and Pernell Mitchell […]
WGN invited FAMU students for private screening
Courtesy of All Hip Hop Florida A&M University students gave a standing ovation after viewing the first episode of the new 10-show series “Underground.” Students were invited to a private screening in Lee Hall auditorium Wednesday to preview the WGN series, which depicts the in depth stories of slaves and […]
Leon County public schools receives an A+
Courtesy of RLRouse The Florida Department of Education released grades for all state schools Friday and Leon County earned an “A.” Superintendent of Leon County Public Schools Jackie Pons commended the principals and teaching staff in Leon County for all their hard work this year. “I just want to let […]
Freezing temperatures could be draining your car battery
Courtesy of WikiHow Freezing temperatures during the winter can do a number on your car battery. The expected life span of a car battery is three to five years, but inclement weather and the use of electronics have been cutting that time in half. Roadside assistance calls increase during the […]
Metropolitan Cathedral Celebrates Women’s Day
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Truth in Havana, Fla., enlightened and empowered women during their annual Women’s Day celebration Sunday. “Every time I get up to speak I have butterflies, but I feel better once I get into it,” said Minister Linda Stringer, who delivered a powerful message on “Embracing God’s […]