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Haiti on the brink of collapse

Haiti is the third largest country in the Caribbean and it is also the poorest country in the Western hemisphere. Once considered an ally to the United States, Haiti is on the brink of collapse and it’s yet to be seen if a rebound to prominence is capable. To be […]

Opinions

Are there too many streaming services?

In today’s digital era, everything is about becoming mobile. Banks, video games, shopping services — you name it. Even the smallest of corporations want users to be able to access their products anywhere, at any time.  For many folks, the ability to stream their favorite movies and shows at anytime […]

Sports

Rattlers defeat Alabama State 3-0

The FAMU volleyball team enjoyed a night of revenge on Tuesday when it blanked Alabama State 3-0 (25-8, 25-23, 25-21) at the Lawson Center.  In late August, the Rattlers lost to Alabama State 3-1 on the Hornets’ home floor in the season opening MEAC/SWAC Challenge. The Rattlers brought intensity early […]

Lifestyles

North Florida Fair returns

The Ferris wheel, funnel cakes and the animals are among the attractions at the annual North Florida Fair. It will kick-off Thursday, Nov. 7  and run through Nov. 17. The North Florida Fair is a nonprofit organization that has been part of the Tallahassee community for more than 20 years. […]

News

Pugh picks up another honor

Gloria Pugh is on a roll. The CEO and president of A Man with a Truck last week was honored as the Woman Owned Business of the Year. “Among many nominees the committee decided who would receive the award. One of the many reasons AMWAT was selected was because it […]

Lifestyles

Garden to table dinners at Backwoods Bistro

Backwoods Bistro is a Southern fine-dining restaurant that offers a variety of fresh, delicious American foods. According to the restaurant’s website, Backwoods Bistro started in Sopchoppy and was owned by Jesse Rice’s family. Soon after, he reached out to his friend Taylor Harrell to help him run the business. By […]