Author: Jayla Smith | Staff writer

Opinions

Hybrid flexible courses should be an option

As classes return to face to face after last year’s unforeseen pandemic, “Zoom university” has already become second nature to students. Offering more hybrid flexible courses should have been a priority this semester so students could continue to feel comfortable. Many students are questioning the reasoning for hybrid flexible courses […]

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City working with FSU to maintain nearby neighborhoods

Some residents living close to the Florida State University campus have voiced concerns about the impact the university is having on their neighborhoods. FSU’s southwest campus is adjacent to low density residential areas and access to the neighborhoods. Residents hope to address certain conditions around the area such as increased […]

Lifestyles

The Sister Project provides mentoring

Being a freshman in college can be overwhelming. For many students, it is the first time that they are by themselves in a brand new environment. Blaire Ashton, 20, knows this first-hand and it is why she decided to start The Sister Project. Ashton is a pre-social work major at […]

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Tallahassee caters to electric-car owners

The City of Tallahassee recently installed  electric-vehicle charging stations around the city. The City Commission established a goal in February 2019 to utilize 100% renewable energy by the year 2050. The city is looking for simpler ways for residents to charge their electric-powered vehicles and help save the environment. Electric […]

Lifestyles

Palmetto South faces ongoing issues

Nearly a month after returning for in-person classes, students living in the Palmetto Phase III housing facility are forced to grapple with housing conditions including hot water outages and, in some cases, roaches for roommates. Olivia Brown, a second-year residential assistant, expressed her frustration concerning these issues. “I’ve received a […]

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Code enforcement officers aim to change negative stereotype

Code enforcement is designed to keep the community vibrant and well, employing the codes and ordinances of the city of Tallahassee. However, there’s often a negative stigma that follows the words “code enforcement,” especially with tenants. Most residents know that in order to avoid fees and court appearances, property compliance […]

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Bond community welcomes The Flats

The once abandoned, newly renovated housing property The Flats is now open. With Tuesday’s grand opening of The Flats, a call for community reinvestment and redevelopment was birthed. Located at 539 Palm Beach St. near Main Street, the housing property is in the south-side Bond community that includes Florida A&M […]