Often located near the intersection of Tennessee Street and Ocala Road, a local lemonade business is sharing a piece of love, shedding a bit of light, and selling a lot of lemonade. Agapé’s Lemonade is an upcoming local roadside lemonade company “inspired by awe-tism,” as stated in its Instagram bio. […]
Author: Aolani Brown | Staff writer
Campus organizations promote breast cancer awareness
Four days ago, the Gorgeouz Gamma Alpha chapter and Florida State University’s Big Sister Little Sister organization hosted an event called “ Girlz Night” to discuss the importance of self-examinations and self-care. The month of October is devoted to wearing pink for Breast Cancer Awareness. The COVID-19 pandemic may have […]
Freshmen soaking up FAMUly experience
Almost two months ago Florida A&M University officially re-opened. The university welcomed back any students who wished to return to campus, including freshmen. While COVID-19 continues to ravage the globe, the majority of freshmen at FAMU didn’t let it stop them from going to college. They came to FAMU looking […]
Sister, Sister gives a feeling of representation
90s television show Sister, Sister hit Netflix Sept. 1. The show starring identical twin sisters, Tia and Tamera Mowry as Tia Landry and Tamera Campbell, displayed their life after accidentally meeting each other and taking us along on their teenage adventures. Over 20 years later, it’s proven that the show still has […]
Student Senate fills more positions
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University’s Student Senate confirmed new members during its ninth session meeting of the fall 2020 term. The titles that were filled on Monday evening were Secretary of Student Welfare, Deputy Comptroller, Surgeon General, Secretary of Economic Development, Deputy Director of Student Lobbying, Deputy Secretary of Economic […]
Harris urges Jacksonville to vote early
JACKSONVILLE — Senator Kamala Harris of California, the Democratic vice-presidential candidate, visited the University of North Florida Monday to kick-off the first day of early voting. After a brief halt in her day of campaigning in Orlando and Jacksonville due to two people associated with the campaign testing positive for […]
Child-care centers ride out the pandemic
Finding a safe daycare is essential for parents. A local child care facility, Bright Stars Learning Center, has successfully conquered the challenges presented by the pandemic. “My husband always told me it was a dream of his for us to own a childcare center. That vision led me to take […]
Lines form as early voting begins
There has already been a record number of mail-in ballots cast in Florida as the heated election enters its final two weeks. Now Florida voters have the chance to vote at the polls in the early voting period that started Monday. Voters have the option to cast their ballots early […]
Don’t let your parents decide your vote
Being in your late teens and early twenties can be a thrilling time of your life. Embarking on your collegiate experience, moving out for the first time or gaining a new sense of independence are exciting life changes that many people are navigating at this age. Exercising your civic duty […]
FAMU track and field ready for action
The Florida A&M men’s and women’s track and field seasons will look a lot different this year, as practices have resumed. Based on the university, coaches and the athletic department have plans to provide a safe environment for runners. The NCAA has some rules in place, which requires athletes to […]