Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Leon County is starting to activate speed cameras in school zones as part of a statewide statute to stop reckless driving around schools in Florida. House Bill 657 was passed into law in May 2023. The bill allows cities to put speed cameras around the state’s school zones. It requires […]
In public addresses this week from the leaders of the House and Senate, each claimed that they cannot agree on a budget for next year, hinting at an upcoming special session and possibly even a shutdown. On Thursday House Speaker Ben Albritton addressed the Senate to provide an update on […]
A new online degree could help solve Florida’s teacher shortage, but it may be only a quick fix. The University of Florida has launched a new online bachelor’s degree in in elementary education. It was developed by the College of Education through UF Online. However, the question remains: Does this […]
As Florida’s 2026 gubernatorial race looms, speculation continues over whether Casey DeSantis, the wife of Gov. Ron DeSantis will enter the race. She was once considered a strong potential candidate. However, recent polling suggests a shift in the Republican field. Byron Donalds, a Republican congressman from Naples, has gained national […]
Tallahassee is known for its chicken tenders and burgers, and the latest addition to the city’s food scene is Trap Boy Burger. A new burger joint from the owners of Trap Boy Ramen, the restaurant raises the question: How far will the owners push the “trap aesthetic?” Trap Boy Burger […]
A slow start to a new Vietnamese restaurant in Tallahassee calls into question if marketing determines the success of a new business. Pho & Baguette opened on Nov.7 in Varsity Plaza on West Tennessee Street. It is a new Vietnamese restaurant specializing in pho and the traditional Vietnamese sandwich Bahn […]
FAMU’s Office of Housing hosted a pep rally last week for students interested in working as student leaders in various positions. Interested students learned about FAMU housing and all the positions they are hiring for the 2024-2025 academic year. The Office of Housing holds a recruitment and selection pep rally […]
The Office of International Education and Development announced last week that it would be offering students the chance to go on trips to Spain, France, and the United Arab Emirates for spring break. Students can choose to go to Spain and France, led by Professors Johanna Ramos and Annie Voisin, […]
The FAMU Box Office’s distribution of student tickets was anything but smooth this past week, according to FAMU students. Ticketmaster opened student tickets to the homecoming football game on Oct. 19. Students were instructed to log on to FAMU Ticketmaster and add their free student tickets to their phones. An email […]
Sunday’s fourth annual Sankofa Concert showcased different talents from all walks of life. Sankofa Concert: Fiesta Musical was held at FAMU’s Lee Hall, and it was a joyful and unique occasion. Presented by the Tallahassee St. Maarten Foundation, the concert was meant to highlight the island of St. Maarten and […]