Author: Ernest Walker | Staff Writer

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FAMU’s Career Fair rescheduled after Helene

Florida A&M University was scheduled to have its Career Fair for students, but due to Hurricane Heliene, it was canceled.  The Career Fair takes place every semester; this is very important for students, faculty, and staff as they plan mixers and events so employers can get to know the students […]

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AI and scholarships boost Tallahassee schools

The passing of Committee Substitute for House Bill No. 1361 is poised to bring transformative changes to Tallahassee’s education system. By introducing artificial intelligence (AI) in classrooms and expanding scholarship opportunities for early learners, the new legislation aims to enhance learning experiences and accessibility for students and teachers.  The legislation […]

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Leon County car crashes above average

According to Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, data shows that Leon County has considerably more crash reports than most Florida counties of a similar size. In 2023, Leon County had 6,161 crashes in total, with 39 fatalities and 3,785 injuries sustained. There were also 1,845 hit-and-run crashes, with 6 […]

Sports

FAMU volleyball stays perfect in SWAC

The Florida A&M volleyball team continued to dominate in the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) on Sunday with a 3-0 sweep over Southern.  The win brings their overall record to 14-5 while they remain unbeaten in conference play(6-0). The win also kept FAMU undefeated at home this season, with an 8-0 […]

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FAMU Aquatics Club starts GoFundMe for university pool

Florida A&M University’s Aquatics Club created an online fundraiser after their pool supplies were destroyed in May ; three tornadoes devastated the Tallahassee community earlier this year, causing significant damage to the FAMU campus. U.S. News reports that the city sustained $50 million in damages. The storm impacted various areas […]

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DeSantis crusades against Amendment 4

Governor Ron DeSantis and the Republican Party of Florida are using a Michigan lawsuit to argue against Amendment 4, a proposed measure that aims to expand abortion access in the Sunshine State. Set for a November vote, the amendment seeks to legalize abortion prior to fetal viability and in […]

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Hurricane Milton cleanup continues

Hurricane Milton, which made landfall in Florida on Oct. 9, has had a significant impact across the state, particularly in the Tampa Bay and Jacksonville areas.  It initially made landfall near Siesta Key as a Category 4 hurricane with winds exceeding 100 mph, causing widespread destruction. The storm produced […]