When you hear the word “soul,” many things probably come to mind. But is it one of the newest Disney Pixar collaborations? As the years go on we have learned that Disney and DisneyPlus are not just for kids and tweens. The streaming service offers shows and movies targeted toward […]
Author: Skylar Boone | Assistant Lifestyles Editor
Local hair stylist refuses to let COVID keep her down
Like many small businesses that have been drastically impacted by the pandemic, Aaliyah Shields has had her share of hardships. The 24-year-old is a hair stylist. “I was unable to sell hair due to price increasing, and my hair vendor in Korea being closed,” she said. To keep her business […]
Kearney Center remains closed due to pandemic
While many Americans have faced hardships during the global pandemic that we are still experiencing. But there is a group of people who have it even harder — the homeless. The Kearney Center located on Tallahassee’s west side is a faith-based non-profit organization. It helps aid the homeless in the […]
Hyatt House, adjacent to FAMU’s campus, set to open
For the first time in recent history, there will be a franchised hotel across the train tracks, within walking distance of FAMU. The completed construction of the hotel is coming just in time for FAMU’s 2021 football season, with a spring game scheduled for March 27. The Hyatt House is […]
Second vaccine dose schedule posted in Leon County
As COVID-19 vaccinations continue to circulate throughout the nation, residents are prepared to receive the second dose of the vaccine amidst a new schedule posted by the Florida Department of Health in Leon County. The department is still flooded with vaccination requests and appointment times are not yet available. Pre-set […]
Second testing site at FAMU now open
Since April 2020, FAMU’s Bragg Memorial Stadium has housed a free COVID-19 testing site, which has been convenient not only for FAMU students, but also the general public. The site provides thousands of rapid tests daily. At the site, you are able to walk up, register online and get tested […]
Robinson tells Faculty Senate: ‘We will get through this’
COVID-19 has rocked the world and changed a lot about how Florida A&M University operates on a day-to-day basis in less than a year. The Faculty Senate at FAMU is working hard to make sure that the university and the students continue to sustain their excellence through these unprecedented times. […]
Too many companies don’t know what to make of Black consumers
With the constant focus on race in America, Black Americans have been highlighted more than ever throughout the media. African-Americans can be seen in positions such as, the newly crowned Miss USA and several other campaigns led by major corporations such as Nike, setting a precedent with a Colin Kaepernick […]
Know where you can turn if the stress becomes overwhelming
College students look forward to indulging in spring break festivities every year. COVID-19 has not only altered students’ social lives but has also been detrimental to their mental health. In retrospect, after losing a spring break in March 2020, students are still trying to understand why they will have another […]
Two-Six Management aims to help artists thrive
Are you an artist looking to be properly managed into a successful career? Look no further: Two-Six Management is here. Based in Tallahassee, Two-Six Management was created by 24-year-olds D’Andre Bradley, the CEO/manager, and Alphonso Robinson, co-owner. Born in Omaha but raised in Georgia, Bradley found his love for music […]