Author: Jamal Sharp | Staff writer

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Lawmakers, advocates address anti-abortion agenda

A rally against an anti-abortion proposal took place before noon Tuesday  on the fourth floor of the Capitol building.  Planned Parenthood organized the rally along with youth advocates and lawmakers who wanted to say why they are opposed to House Bill 265, which forces parental consent for abortion. This brief […]

Lifestyles

DJ Dap blazin’ his own trail

In this crazy challenge called life, DJ Dap is a true example of what it means to tenaciously find your purpose. Dap, officially named Larry Dunlap, was born and raised in Panama City, where his upbringing was slightly troubling and unorthodox. He grew up poor and didn’t have much. Despite […]

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TPD spokesman Miller a proud Rattler

Florida A&M University graduate and Tallahassee Police Department Officer Damon Miller continues to give back to his university while his law enforcement career continues to thrive. Miller graduated from FAMU in December 2004 with a criminal justice degree. He also played football for the Rattlers from 2000-2004, while maintaining work-study […]

Lifestyles

FAMU vs. FSU: Students explain their choices

Railroad tracks aren’t the only thing dividing the students at Florida State University and Florida A&M University.  Many students from both universities believe there are numerous ways in which the two schools are divided, including the atmosphere, culture and education at each institution. FAMU and FSU are both public universities […]

Lifestyles News

Tallahassee goes pink for breast cancer

Roughly every 2 minutes a woman in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is a nationally known organization that has been hosting walk-a-thons throughout the country for over 25 years to raise money and awareness about breast cancer. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer […]