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 […]
Author: Jamal Sharp | Staff writer
WFSU documentary tells a special FAMU story
WFSU Public Media has partnered with PBS to produce a film titled “Retro Local” as part of the “Retro Report” series. The film depicts and analyzes the Smokey Hollow neighborhood of Tallahassee and what FAMU currently knows as Foote Hilyer. JacqueLynn Hatter, a 2007 graduate of FAMU who is the […]
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 […]
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 […]
FAMU alumnus is determined to make a name for himself trapping chicken
Born on the west side of Chicago, Illinois, 27-year-old Tyus Williams is a force to be reckoned with. First opening a restaurant on Apalachee Street in May 2012, by his cousin Rashad Bailey, he worked as an associate while pursuing his degree in pre-law and criminology. “Being two men from […]
Local unemployment is down while local student debt is up
Leon County’s September unemployment rate is one of the top 20 lowest unemployment rates in the state of Florida. With an unemployment rate of 2.8%, Leon County tied with eight other Florida counties for No. 11 in the state. This is the lowest unemployment rate for the county since 2006. […]
More students take part as FAMU provides free breast exams
Florida A&M’s Student Health Center offered free breast exams last Tuesday and Thursday. Many female students came to check their status. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. During this month individuals take the time to honor the victims and promote an increase in awareness of this disease. According to the […]
Hemplade Vegan Café debuts in Tallahassee
#8216; Earlier this month the Hemplade Vegan Café began offering 100% plant-based foods and drinks with cannabidiol—CBD or hemp add-ons to Tallahassee residents. It is not just designed with vegans in mind, but also those who are just exploring healthier alternative options. Yudah Weh is one of the owners of […]
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 […]
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 […]