Tuesday, July 8, 2025
On February 8, City Walk Urban Mission filed a federal lawsuit against the City of Tallahassee for violating their right to religious freedom and freedom of speech. The focus of City Walk Urban Mission states, “We focus to help those experiencing homelessness. Our priority is to introduce them to the […]
With a click and a swipe, a soulmate can be made for life. On the other hand, it can lead to one’s own demise. The rise of dating apps such as Tinder, Bumble and Hinge have made finding love, sex or even a friend more convenient than ever. While […]
The weekly Florida A&M University (FAMU) student senate meeting was held Monday, Feb. 28 at 6 p.m. The meeting covered the announcements concerning FAMU’s annual spring festival, “Be Out Day” and the approval of funding requests from FAMU student organizations. It began with an opening prayer led by Student Senate […]
Capital One Financial Corporation hosted an HBCU Career Panel to help students throughout different HBCUs gain knowledge on what it is like to transition into the workplace. The event was held on Feb. 28 via Zoom, and could also be viewed in the Rattler’s Den. Students were afforded the opportunity […]
Supporting black-owned businesses is a great way to commemorate Black History Month. In Tallahassee, there are more than 50 black-owned enterprises. From food to apparel to beauty, there’s something for everyone. If you want to improve your natural hair and appearance, China’s Exotic Essentials LLC is the way to go. […]
Launching a small business can seem like a challenging task, knowing there are a number of larger, more established businesses out there. But there are ways that a small business can thrive and this can be achieved in no small part by having a website. Having a strong online presence […]
Florida House Bill 83 would further diminish the rights of individuals convicted of domestic violence offenses. Introduced into the Florida Senate chambers by Rep. Anna V. Eskamami, D-Orlando, HB 83 intends to prohibit the sale and transfer of firearms and ammunition to domestic violence offenders. HB 83 further also requires […]
The eviction moratorium was a temporary halt to evictions that began during the pandemic. It ensured that those who couldn’t afford rent at the time weren’t forced to leave their homes as a result of unemployment. In August of last year, the United States Supreme Court ended the Centers for […]
Commonly referred to as the “Don’t Say Gay” bill, House Bill 1557 cleared a Senate Appropriations Committee meeting on Monday with a 12-8 party-line vote. The bill has provoked controversial discussions among both political parties as people around the nation continue to debate what capacity teachers serve. Outside of the […]
After two years, the Harambee Festival made its return to the Tallahassee community on a sun-splashed Saturday. It included remarks by Florida A&M University President Larry Robinson, performances by FAMU’s gospel choir and Tallahassee Nights Live along with a host of food vendors and Black-owned businesses. Since the start of […]