Author: Chelsea Arnett | Staff Writer

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Edibles packaged like candy stirs controversy

Edible cannabis products or edibles are a popular, less detectable alternative to smoking marijuana. The edibles are produced with marijuana leaves or higher strength cannabis extracts. They may be in the form of familiar baked items, candies, and beverages, and are frequently made to appeal to young people. Although the […]

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DeSantis wants to revoke Disney’s right to self-rule

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis voiced support for removing Disney World’s 55-year-old special status, which permits the entertainment giant to operate as an autonomous government around its Orlando theme park. It’s the latest development in DeSantis’ dispute with Disney, Florida’s largest private company, over a bill that prohibits schools from teaching […]

Opinions

LGBTQ activists call for ouster of TPD chief

Local LGBTQ activists want Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell removed from office in the aftermath of a speech he gave at a Billy Graham Evangelistic Association gathering in late September. The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association has a long history of being anti-LGBTQ. This past June, the organization posted an article […]

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This has been the worst time in my life

When a family experiences a loss, a slew of emotions, reactions and coping techniques will arise, all at various times. Shutting down, crying, sleeping, battling to sleep, numbness, despair and denial are all part of the grieving process. Everyday since the end of August has been a struggle for me. […]

Lifestyles

October marks infant loss awareness month

Keisha James, a junior health care administration major at Florida A&M, says she’s endured two miscarriages in the past year. “When you find out you’re expecting, it’s such a beautiful and exciting time,” James said. “You begin to think about the future with this little person growing inside of you. […]

Lifestyles

New apps offer buy-now, pay-later feature

Want that new purse you’ve been eyeing for this upcoming homecoming? Or those new boots to wear Friday night, but you don’t get paid until next Friday? Look no further because Affirm, Afterpay and Klarna are here to help. A new generation of “shop now, pay later” startups have developed […]

Lifestyles

Safety tips for enjoying a night out

Tallahassee is the state capital of Florida and home to two universities, Florida A&M and Florida State, along with Tallahassee Community College. After a long week of going to class, studying for tests, and completing assignments in time before 11:59, you probably want to party, hang out with friends and […]

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FAMU’s COVID-19 protocols

More than a year into the pandemic, Florida A&M University has more experience in the management of coronavirus concerns and a clearer view about how the expectations of students and COVID-19 safeguards may be balanced. The university’s reopening plan states, “Individuals who are symptomatic or have significant exposure to COVID-19 […]