Winter is approaching, and the warm weather will soon turn a bit frosty, making it a good time to entertain yourself with a new hobby. According to USA Today, no one knows what the next few months will bring, but as COVID-19 cases rise in 39 out of 50 states, […]
Author: Khalyn Harris | Staff writer
Public school teachers adjust to a new normal
Similar to many of America’s unsung heroes, teachers often work tirelessly without receiving recognition or, in some cases, sufficient pay. As schools reopened in August after months of recess due to the COVID-19 pandemic, public school teachers were forced to adopt to a new reality. In states like Iowa, Texas […]
LCS Superintendent Hanna easily wins second term
Leon County Schools Superintendent Rocky Hanna easily won his bid for a second term on Tuesday. Hanna ran against Pam Hightower, a woman of color. Hanna received 93,062 votes while Hightower received 62,425, according to the Leon County Supervisor of Elections office. Hanna stressed “keeping the children safe and giving […]
Review: Coosh’s Bayou Rouge brings Cajun flavor to College Town
Located in the heart of College Town between Madison Social and Centrale on Madison Street sits Coosh’s Bayou Rouge. It is a restaurant that strives to bring bayou classics and Cajun flavors to Tallahassee. While this location opened in 2017, known locally as Coosh’s, they have been serving up south […]
Cascades Project nears completion
Many residents and city officials are excited about the construction taking place in Cascades Park. The exteriors for the soon-to-be AC Hotel by Marriot and the connecting apartment buildings and condominiums are basically finished. All that’s left are the interiors and electrical workings. City officials and some big business owners are […]
Roku edges out Fire Stick
You can turn any TV into a smart TV with one of these easy-to-use and affordable streaming sticks. When it comes to deciding between a Roku and an Amazon Fire Stick, you might think there’s not much of a difference. Both streaming devices are affordable ways to access Netflix, YouTube, […]
5 ways to boost your resume
COVID-19 has created the need for virtual internships as cases continue to increase. Due to this, many students have been able to apply for internships they were not able to previously, resulting in more competition between applicants. In the communications field, internship opportunities have been posted and students have been […]
Reinventing your space in stagnant times
Time seems at a standstill with each day falling into the next, but students have been able to keep their motivation up as the semester passes on by changing their rooms and workspaces to bring the most comfort through these trying times. Sasha Butler, a junior fashion student at Kent […]
While we wait, we must start the work
Across our nation, the American people anxiously await the results of election day but what the nation must truly grapple with is the winding road ahead to rebuilding a country divided. Polarized and pockmarked by social injustice, the next four years are pivotal to mending the wounds of the last […]
I love FAMU, but it doesn’t always feel like FAMU loves me
The historic Florida A&M University is many wonderful things and has produced a countless parade of success stories. However, FAMU’s registrar’s office and flawed academic coaching are two areas that are an issue for many students. Upon arrival at FAMU for the first time as an actual student in 2018, […]