#ChangeTheStigma Defining mental health has been an issue in the Black community stemming back to slavery. In Black households it is not uncommon to hear, “What happens in this house, stays in this house!” While this may benefit a home in a chaotic society, people considering this may not find […]

Vashai Avionce in front of Happy Motoring hosting drag queen bingo on Wednesday. Photo submitted by Jazzmin Riles Nightlife for those who identify with the LGBTQ+ community is scarce in Tallahassee, but Happy Motoring offers a safe haven for members of this community. “Happy Motoring is a renovated gas station […]

Tallahassee’s Kid Entrepreneurs. Michael Rubin (Left), Zoe Rubin, Matthew Lombardi and Abigail Hofmann (Right).  Photo submitted by Kaiya McIntosh  The neighborhood lemonade stand is a thing of the past. Kids are adapting to the entrepreneur life and developing their own businesses. These new kidpreneurs are creating more innovative elements to […]

Traveling Barbers Logo Photo courtesy of Simul Martin An ambitious Florida State University graduate student has started an innovative new company, Traveling Barbers. Simul Martin, owner and founder of Traveling Barbers, didn’t expect the life of an entrepreneur. After double majoring in political science and criminology, and an internship experience […]

Kimber Jennings poses in front of Google  Photo courtesy of Xayla Wilson Everyone struggles with the challenges of adjusting to college life; it’s a transition period between adolescence and adulthood.  Kimber Jennings, a graduating SBI major, took those trials and tribulations and turned them into victories. Jennings experienced culture shock […]

Marie Alexandre joined FSU students on a missionary trip to Haiti. Photo courtesy of Marie Alexandre As the oldest of five children, Marie Alexandre understands that leadership means being proactive. She knows to feed her younger sisters before bed and to bring clean jerseys to her brothers’ football games. When […]

Entrance to "What They Fought: Resistance to Integration" exhibit at Claude Pepper Library on FSUs campus.  Photo submitted by Raiyana Malone  Inside the Claude Pepper Library, almost hidden on the campus of Florida State University, is an exhibit that sets out to help those who came after the 1956 Tallahassee Bus […]

FAMU Recreation Center graphics to display new equipment. Photo courtesy of FAMU Recreation Center Since the beginning of the fall semester, the Hansel Tookes Recreation Center has new items to offer to its members. The center has added cardio equipment, strength equipment, new flooring, sound systems, acoustical treatments and outdoor […]

2018 Rattlers for Juatice Scholarship recipients: Ashley Stewart, Nearlashawndra Nash-Scott and Ryan Willis.  Photo submitted by Stephanie Strong ORLANDO, FL – Florida A&M University’s law school hosted its Legacy Awards and Scholarship Gala Friday night. The event took place at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Hotel in Orlando and coincided […]