The Airmen of Note kicked off its fall 2019 tour and pre-70th anniversary at Florida A&M University by continuing an ensemble tradition started in 1950. In the midst of honoring FAMU alumnus and Tuskegee Airman LT. James R. Polkinghorne, Jr., the university also was a tour site for the United […]
Author: Shadell Bromell | Staff writer
FAMU Athletics cuts two men’s teams
In an effort to reduce the Athletic Department’s projected $2.4 million deficit, Florida A&M University will cut the men’s tennis and men’s cross country teams in June 2020. President Larry Robinson released a statement via email on November first, explaining how his administration reached the decision to dismiss the two […]
TMH raises awareness for lung cancer
The Tallahassee Memorial Cancer Center team rounded up some of their employees Tuesday evening and a few guests to raise awareness for lung cancer at their radiant event, “Lights in the Garden.” If you didn’t know, November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and just like breast cancer awareness where survivors […]
Historic markers honor Frenchtown’s rich history
City officials, Tallahassee residents and local media outlets braved dreary skies Friday to witness the unveiling of the Soul Voices: Frenchtown Historical Markers and walking trail at the Renaissance Center. Frenchtown is one of the oldest African-American communities in the state of Florida. The Frenchtown Soul Voices Historical Markers highlight […]
Sage restaurant among Best of Tallahassee 2019 winners
Tallahassee Magazine hosted the Best of Tallahassee awards on Wednesday, showcasing the best businesses in Tallahassee for 2019. The top-shelf event was held at the University Center Club. For 21 years, the annual Best of Tallahassee event has celebrated the best of the best as voted by Tallahassee Magazine’s readers. […]
Was S.C. priest right to refuse communion to Biden?
Former Vice President Joe Biden, a member of the Roman Catholic Church, stopped in Florence, S.C. last month to attend Sunday mass. However, he was denied communion by the priest celebrating the mass, the Rev. Robert Morey. Morey, a former criminal defense attorney, gave a public statement supporting his withholding […]
2019 FAMU Homecoming Special Webcast 3
The 2019 edition of the Homecoming Special is devoted to highlight the celebration of Florida A&M University’s (FAMU) 132 years of academic excellence and service. The Homecoming Special will consist of recaps of the comedy show, coronation, and much more. The Homecoming Special can be found on SJGCMedia.com and under […]
2019 FAMU Homecoming Special Webcast 2
The 2019 edition of the Homecoming Special is devoted to highlight the celebration of Florida A&M University’s (FAMU) 132 years of academic excellence and service. The Homecoming Special will consist of recaps of the comedy show, coronation, and much more. The Homecoming Special can be found on SJGCMedia.com and […]
Census Bureau seeks part-time employees
The Census Bureau has begun recruiting new hires as it prepares for the 2020 Census. The early recruitment efforts will play an essential role in the upcoming population count. The Census Bureau has stated that hiring is “tough when unemployment is low.” The U.S. unemployment rate hit a 50-year low […]
Sister Circle brings HERstory to life
FAMU’s chapter of Sister Circle had its HERstory event Tuesday during its annual Fall Week. The members teamed up with the poetry organization Voices to showcase both organization’s members’ talents. The event was held in the Rattlers Den. Sistuhs is an organization dedicated to providing community service and to uplifting […]