Author: Kyndall Coleman | Staff writer

Lifestyles

Coping with anxiety

Anxiety is surprisingly common among college students.  Most people deal with it on a day to day basis, and it can come in many forms, including social anxiety, PTSD, separation anxiety, OCD and more.  According to health.harvard.edu, 63% of college students in the United States have felt overwhelming anxiety, and […]

Lifestyles

Try these 10 local Black-owned restaurants

People should always support Black-owned restaurants, especially during Black History Month. Patrons support Black entrepreneurs, reinvest in the Black community, contribute to the economic growth of Black businesses, and keep dreams alive. Food brings the Black community together and allows people from all walks of life to connect with family […]

Lifestyles

Does your birth order affect your personality?

Siblings can provide long lasting family memories and produce bonds that will last through time, but can your birth order affect your personality?  Psychologists and psychiatrists have explored data that may lead toward a connection within our environment and personality. Some studies have confirmed the idea that your sibling position […]

News

Wednesday is FAMU Day at the Capitol

Florida A&M University is preparing for the annual event, “FAMU Day at the Capitol,” which will take place Wednesday.  The event will begin at 10 a.m. and it will kick off with the cheer team, students, alumni and, of course,  The Marching 100. The idea behind FAMU Day at the […]

Opinions

Another bold step by Beyonce

Beyoncé’s country album announcement, made during the Super Bowl earlier this month, marks a pivotal moment of cultural reclamation. Building on her “Renaissance” album’s themes, this move goes beyond showcasing her versatility. It’s a powerful step towards reconnecting with country music’s African-American roots, which have often been overlooked.  Beyoncé is […]

News

Push on for Florida Museum of Black History

The Florida African American Task Force has been planning on creating an African American History Museum in the state. This museum will be built to showcase the contributions that Black Americans have made in Florida.  There were eight people appointed to the task force by Gov. Ron DeSantis and Senate […]

Sports

Women capture SWAC indoor track championship

The 2024 Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Men’s and Women’s Indoor Track and Field Championships witnessed a spectacular display of athleticism and determination at the Birmingham CrossPlex from Saturday, February 17, to Sunday, February 18.  Among the standout performances, the Florida A&M University Rattlers’ women’s team emerged as the champions, securing […]

Sports

Rattlers win 2 of 3 to start season

Three-hundred and sixty-four days ago, the Panthers of Eastern Illinois University baseball team rolled into Tallahassee and completed a three-game sweep of the Florida A&M to open the 2023 season for both programs. The Rattlers returned the favor on Sunday, winning their first weekend series of the 2024 season against […]

Lifestyles

Black-owned wineries in the spotlight

In a ground-breaking event that has captured the attention of wine enthusiasts and cultural connoisseurs alike, Tallahassee’s Goodwood Museum & Gardens hosted a Black-owned winery event during Black History Month, showcasing their divergent ideas and innovative approaches to wine production. This event served as a powerful testament to the vibrancy […]

Lifestyles

Festival focuses on unity, joy

The meaning of the Swahili word Furaha is the “feeling of happiness,”  and “joy” is the perfect word to describe the Furaha Festival.  Sunday’s event celebrated the togetherness and diversity of Black culture. It took place at the vibrant mural space in Railroad Square Art District. Created by Afro-fusion restaurant […]