Author: Tashante Evans | Staff writer

Opinions

Is Hive the new Instagram?

Hive Social app is becoming an overnight sensation with Gen Z. Developed in 2019 by 22-year-old CEO, Cassandra Pop, the social media app is described by users as a combination of the best of Twitter, Instagram and Myspace. Although the app was created in 2019, it did not receive traction […]

Lifestyles

How Tallahassee provides beauty on a budget

Yves Saint Laurent once said: “The most beautiful makeup of a woman is passion, but cosmetics are easier to buy.” This wisdom has rung true for beauty gurus around the world, especially here in Tallahassee. Our beloved college town is home to a variety of nail technicians, lash technicians, hair […]

Lifestyles

Proof Brewpub holds grand opening

Good beer is often not a well-kept secret, and it has allowed Byron and Angela Burroughs to create Tallahassee’s first and largest brewery. On Friday, February 12, the Proof Brewing Co. held its grand opening of the Proof Brewpub, which will be open five days a week, instead of three […]

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Recently painted mural in Frenchtown honors Rosa Parks

It’s no secret: murals make our neighborhoods beautiful. Local artists are adding color to walls and streets that would otherwise go unnoticed. Buildings around Tallahassee have recently become more vibrant, and that’s not because of the shifting seasons. Groups that aim to foster local creativity and involve the community have […]

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Virtual campaign week coming to a close

It is campaign week at Florida A&M University, and the stakes are high for all candidates. Campaign season is a highly anticipated time during the Spring semester because of the work shown on campus. However, due to COVID-19, candidates are unable to showcase their campaigns physically, so creativity is required […]

Lifestyles

African spirituality in the spotlight

Florida A&M University’s chapter of the Ubuntu Coalition of Revolutionaries hosted an event Wednesday titled “Man Know Thyself: Intro to African Spirituality.” The event was announced on the organization’s Instagram page with a description of what to expect: “The purpose of this event is to address the misconceptions of African […]

Lifestyles

‘Black Chat’ leads to lively exchanges

“How can we as Black people dismantle systemic inequality for future generations?” Dynasty Moore asked this question Tuesday afternoon to start off “The Black Chat,” a discussion on contemporary social issues in the Black community. Students gathered via Zoom to listen and include their thoughts on social inequality. This inaugural […]

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Some RAs say curfew should not apply to them

Florida A&M University has decided to crack down on the rise COVID-19 in FAMU’s residence halls. Following an increase in cases, the dean of students last month issued a mandate that all residents must get tested for COVID-19 along with a curfew for everyone living on campus. Students must be […]