Thursday, July 3, 2025
Florida A&M University is now offering two booster shots of the COVID-19 vaccine for those with compromised immune systems. The Pfizer and Moderna third dosage are available to, but not limited to, individuals with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), lupus, heart conditions and people who are prescribed drugs that suppress their […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis, along with the state’s newly appointed surgeon general Joseph Ladapo, issued a new emergency rule last week that allows students who have been exposed to COVID-19 to keep going to school as long as the student does not have any symptoms. The new rule, signed by Ladapo, […]
Emotional support animals are allowed in most residential places in Tallahassee. An emotional support animal aids people who are disabled. These animals are not trained as a service animal; however, they do provide comfort to their owner. The Hub at Tallahassee, an apartment complex, is one of the many complexes […]
It’s so easy to run to places like McDonald’s or Wendy’s for a quick meal. It’s easily accessible and more importantly, it’s cheap. Most people, especially college students, find themselves eating fast food a lot more often than usual because you can get an entire meal for no more than […]
The state of Florida is officially raising the age restriction on all smoking and vaping products from 18 years and older to 21 years and older. This change becomes effective on Friday, October 1. In May, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed SB 1080, which raises the legal age for purchasing nicotine […]
After a year and a half of school events and a non-existent homecoming last year, most people don’t want to hear this but — Florida A&M needs to cancel homecoming. In the midst of a continuously growing pandemic with lives being lost every day, is the — potentially detrimental — […]
Florida A&M University’s Parents and Family Weekend returns this weekend with the theme of “Rattler Rodeo.” There are a range of events guests can experience, including old-school set Friday, tailgating, and the FAMU vs. Alabama State University football game. Joshlyn Thomas, chair of the Parents and Family Weekend Committee, shares […]
Eric McKinnon, owner of Leola’s Crab Shack, plans to leave a legacy for his children. A former Californian, McKinnon moved to Florida as a child. He was adopted by Leola McKinnon. The name of the restaurant is in her honor and memory. McKinnon began his journey as an entrepreneur, when […]
FAMU’s homecoming is quickly approaching, and a new way to get prepared for it has arrived. Prepared physically and mentally. 40 Caliber Fitness is offering a month-long homecoming fitness program for all students, current and alumni. “I know that homecoming is around the corner, and I can say my progress […]
Halford and his wife Sheena Thompson recently opened the restaurant Tastee Turkey Leg on Sharer Road. It joins a growing list of Black-owned businesses in Tallahassee. The menu offers a range of turkey leg recipes as well as shrimp alfredo, Cajun seafood rice, or macaroni and cheese with collard greens […]