The results of the 2024 presidential election are in, with former President Donald Trump re-elected in a contentious race that has sparked discussions across campuses nationwide. At Florida A&M University, students are expressing a mix of hope and concern as they consider the implications of the divisive campaign season. For […]
Author: Jamyah Lawhorn | Staff Writer
Historically Black Frenchtown faces development, gentrification issues
Frenchtown, one of the oldest historically Black communities in Tallahassee, is now grappling with changes. New developments bring visions of economic progress but also deeply concerning displacement of Black residents and businesses due to gentrification. Frank Williams is the owner of Florida Developers Inc. and has seen Frenchtown change over […]
Richardson wins City Commission Seat 2 over Inman-Johnson
Curtis Richardson took the Seat 2 position on the Tallahassee City Commission, beating out Dot Inman-Johnson in a close race. Richardson’s win is much more than a political victory, it’s one that has brought stability into existence with attention to pressing Tallahassee resident needs. It was considered a defining moment […]
Navigating DEI in Florida’s higher education landscape
Florida’s SB 266, embodies provisions that will reorient higher education within the state. The law increases the role of the Board of Governors in overseeing the State University System, approving budgets, and ensuring compliance with state laws. The bill emphasizes increasing research expenditures to fuel economic growth, constraints fund allocation […]
Willayja Williams and her Read Aloud Program
In an era where technology often takes center stage, Willayja Williams, a second-year healthcare management scholar at Florida A&M University, created a meaningful, impactful initiative to instill the joys of reading and confidence in young children. As a high school student and emerging author, Williams founded her Read Aloud Program […]
AI and scholarships boost Tallahassee schools
The passing of Committee Substitute for House Bill No. 1361 is poised to bring transformative changes to Tallahassee’s education system. By introducing artificial intelligence (AI) in classrooms and expanding scholarship opportunities for early learners, the new legislation aims to enhance learning experiences and accessibility for students and teachers. The legislation […]
Helping transfer students navigate internships
Navigating the world of internships as a transfer student presents unique challenges that require targeted strategies and support. Integrating into a new academic environment while simultaneously securing valuable internships can be daunting. Tjermaine Adams, a transfer student from Morehouse College, shared his journey and his strategic plan to […]
When will Tallahassee change its school start times?
Florida’s House Bill 733 mandates that by July 1, 2026, middle schools cannot start before 8 a.m. and high schools before 8:30 a.m. This legislative change aims to enhance student health and academic performance by allowing more sleep time, supported by research on the benefits of later start times. As […]