Author: Sierra Lyons | Opinions Editor

Opinions

Are we digitally desensitized?

Just three days into 2020, Donald Trump ordered and executed the assassination of one of Iran’s top military leaders, Qasem Soleimani. The death of Soleimani evoked global attention to the United States government and a public outcry from governmental officials and citizens of Iran. As more information was released to […]

Sports

FAMU men defeat Morgan State for first conference win

After 13 straight road games, Florida A&M University’s men’s basketball team defeated Morgan State by 77-68 on Saturday. This game marked their first win in Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference play and their first home game since November 10.  While every team could use a dose of home cooking, FAMU Head […]

Lifestyles

A day when many dogs find a new home

Held at the North Florida Fairgrounds, Saturday’s “Take Me Home” event attracted a combination of animal lovers, veterinarians and rescue groups from around Leon County. New pet owners were given treats and toys to celebrate their adoption and educated on how to train and care for their pets. Volunteers of […]

News

DJ Demp puts spotlight on bullying

DJ Demp hosted an anti-bullying rally to bring awareness to bullying in the Tallahassee community.   Demp, a graduate of Leon High School, is a celebrity disc jockey and member of Ghost Town DJs, a hip-hop group based in Atlanta. During the 23rd Annual Demp Week, Demp celebrated his birthday with […]

News

Family, friends pay tribute to Jamee Johnson

Florida A&M hosted a candlelight vigil  Saturday for Jamee Johnson. Johnson, who had attended FAMU, was killed Dec. 14 in an officer-involved shooting in Jacksonville. Over 60 people were in attendance in the Grand Ballroom to celebrate Johnson’s life. His family, including his mother and siblings, were present. The candlelight […]

Lifestyles

5 places that make Tallahassee special

Tallahassee is no Disney World. It’s no Miami Beach, either. And honestly, it’s not a popular vacation spot to take the kids. But despite not having a theme park or a beach, Tallahassee is one of the most beautiful and lively cities in Florida with beautiful and entertaining places that […]

Lifestyles News

Braggin Time shows FAMU’s vintage side

Franklin Jones, a second-year theater student from Jacksonville, takes viewers through a virtual time machine with his new amplifying account @Braggintime on Instagram.  This page has generated a lot of publicity recently as it takes a dive into the past of FAMU’s culture with vintage pictures and videos. Jones’ infatuation […]