Sunday, April 27, 2025
The streets of Florida’s capital were alive with festivity as the annual Springtime Tallahassee festival unfolded on Saturday, March 29, 2025. This cherished event, which began in 1967, continues to honor the city’s rich history and vibrant culture, drawing thousands of residents and visitors downtown for a day […]
Buc-ee’s, the iconic Texas-based travel center chain known for its massive convenience stores, sparkling clean restrooms and beloved beaver mascot, is officially eyeing Tallahassee for its next Florida location. The company has submitted development plans for a 75,000-square-foot travel center near the intersection of Interstate 10 and Capital Circle Northwest, […]
For decades, pageantry has been a vibrant thread in the fabric of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), weaving together culture, leadership, and community engagement. What began as modest beauty contests within campus organizations has blossomed into grand celebrations that captivate entire school communities, offering a stage to showcase […]
In January 2025, President Donald Trump issued executive orders aimed at dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives within federally funded programs. This move has sparked significant concern among historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), which have long relied on such programs to support their missions and student bodies. […]
Florida A&M University (FAMU) continues its search for its 13th president following the retirement of Dr. Larry Robinson in 2024. Interim President Timothy Beard, appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis in 2024, has been leading the university since the commencement of the 2024-2025 academic year. The FAMU Board of Trustees […]
Over spring break, the Beta Alpha Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. attended the sorority’s Florida and Bahamas State Cluster. The chapter was recognized numerous times for their work on Florida A&M University’s (FAMU) campus in the 2023-2024 school year. Affectionately known as “The BADST”, the Beta Alpha […]
What once was a well-loved superstore for many is now turned into a dreaded disappointment. Target is now facing the harsh impact of a ‘40-day Boycott’ proposed Rev. Jamal Bryant of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Stonecrest, GA. This call for protest followed the corporation’s announcement to disband […]
On Monday, March 10, construction crews began destroying the well-known ‘Black Lives Matter’ (BLM) plaza in Washington, D.C. about a block away from the White House. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced its demolition the first week of March amid pressure from Republicans in Congress. The words were painted as a […]
On March 13, 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic was declared a national emergency in the United States. Schools and workplaces nationwide shut down with no definite date to reopen provided by the White House. The graduating classes of 2020 and 2021 faced unconventional junior and senior years of high school […]
The Broward County sheriff’s office invites eager spring breakers to enjoy their time off on its beaches after the Miami Police Department released a spring break ‘breakup’ video aimed at college students last year. Miami Beach has served as one of the most popular spring break destinations for college students […]