New evidence ties endocrine-disrupting chemical exposure to two major health threats in society: diabetes and obesity, according to the Endocrine Society. The Endocrine Society experts spoke on the issue after addressing the International Conference on Chemicals Management (ICCM4) in Switzerland along with the importance of using scientific approaches to limit […]
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Breaking News: Alan Williams Announces Candidacy for Supervisor of Elections
Rep. Alan Williams, D-Tallahassee. Courtesy of Rattler Nation Blogspot A Florida A&M Alumnus is making plans to make strides in the Florida House of Representatives. Democratic House member, Rep. Alan Williams, D-Tallahassee, has filed to officially run for Leon County Supervisor of Elections in 2016. "Rep. Alan Williams is […]
Tallahassee’s Residence Inn makes $1.5 Million Upgrade
Residents traveling through Tallahassee will find their stay a bit more like home thanks to recent renovations. Residence Inn Tallahassee Universities at the Capitol recent renovations topped $1.5 million. The Inn, located at 600 W. Gaines St., is in the heart of the Gaines Street district. Jenny Dawson, sales executive […]
Wall Expected To Keep Noise Controlled At Cascade Park
A big wall going up at Cascade Park has some residents relieved and some concerned. Costing more than $400, 000 the wall is expected to keep noise from Cascade Park at bay. The 30-Foot wall will be located on the parks south end between the CSX railroad tracks and Van […]
Rattlers Still on the Hunt for First Win
Courtesy of Famu Athletics Florida A&M University [FAMU] Rattlers’ football team are having a bit of a challenge in securing their first win of the season. The Rattlers’ are recovering from their fourth straight loss against the Tennessee State Tigers 30-14. Head Coach Alex Wood admits that it can […]
The Maximum Trespassing Towing Fee Increases to more than $100
Individuals who illegally park in private lots should prepare to pay the consequences. On Aug. 26, Tallahassee commissioners voted and approved to increase the maximum trespassing tow fee from $88 to $110. The last time commissioners pushed the price from $80 to $88 was in 2005. Fourth-year elementary education […]
Florida’s Drinking Water Infrastructure Calls For Attention
Over the next 20 years, Florida will need more than $16 billion in funding to maintain the existing drinking water infrastructure. As Florida’s water systems continue to age, more attention is being drawn to these antiquated pipe lines. Many different facets, such as the pollution of municipal water sources and […]
School of Business & Industry Dean Emerita Dr. Sybil C. Mobley Dies at 89
Sybil Collins Mobley, Ph.D., Dean Emerita Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University School of Business and Industry October 14, 1925 – September 29, 2015 FAMU School of Business and Industry pioneer, Dr. Sybil C. Mobley, 89, died early Tuesday morning at Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare after a brief illness. Dr. Mobley began […]
Alcohol and Teenage Driving: a Deadly Combination
Courtesy of Titusville One in six teens in the U.S. drink and drive, killing more than 4,000 people each year according to the Underage Drinking Statistics from Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD). MADD offers prevention programs, not only to students, but parents as well. Kristen Allen, the Victim Service Manager […]
Apple Announces record sales for the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus
Courtesy of Tech Crunch Apple announced it has sold more than 13 million new iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus model phones in just three days, setting a new record. “Sales for iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus have been phenomenal, blowing past any previous first weekend sales results in […]