In the United States, more than 215 million viewers tuned into the 2012 London Summer Olympics, while the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics totaled less than 200 million viewers, according to the Olympics marketing report. One hundred students at Florida A&M, Florida State University and Tallahassee Community College were asked if […]
Lifestyles
Local shelters provide warmth for homeless
Homeless shelters in Tallahassee are taking strides to make sure its homeless population is safe and warm during the remainder of this winter season. On Jan. 29, Tallahassee experienced what the Weather Channel called a “winter storm.” Sleet and ice covered cars, patio furniture and roads. The weather was so […]
TMH to host heart, wellness fair
Tallahassee Memorial Heart and Vascular Center will host its first Heart to Heart CPR and Wellness Fair on Saturday. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Matthew Jamison, a Tallahassee resident, is aware of the importance […]
Valentine’s Date Night at Nefetari’s
Nefetari’s Fine Cuisine and Spirits is having a Valentine’s Date Night Soiree on Friday that will include live music and dinner packages. Valentine’s Day is the busiest day for Nefetari’s, which specializes in international cuisine and has an array of selections for meat-eaters, vegetarians and vegans that are cooked to […]
Civic Center to host Marvin Gaye tribute
The rumors are true. A tribute to Marvin Gaye is making its way to Tallahassee on Saturday at 8 p.m. in the Civic Center. The tribute will be a multi-generational event of dance, poetry, music and song and a never-before-seen production of Gaye’s music. Dance With The Soul, a multi-discipline […]
Essential Theatre to present ‘The Mountaintop’ through Sunday
The Essential Theatre will offer preview performances of “The Mountaintop” tonight and Thursday at 8 p.m. inside of the Charles Winter Wood Theatre. General admission for the previews is $8. Luther Wells, associate director of the theater and department of visual arts chair, described his view of what the audience […]
FAMU alumnus producing short film, seeking local talent
Will Packer, Kelsey Scott and Anika Noni Rose are all Rattlers who made their marks in Hollywood. Jadaun Sweet is attempting to follow in their footsteps. Packer produced the movie “Ride Along,” Scott was the leading lady in the Golden Globe-winning film “12 Years a Slave” and Rose was the […]
Dentists give residents free care
About 100 people waited under tents in the wind and pouring rain for free dental services at the Periodontal Associates of North Florida office Saturday morning. In effort to give back, dentists volunteered in the “Dentistry From the Heart ” event. Founded by Vincent Monticciolo, the service started 13 years […]
Fine wine and cheese event to benefit local non-profit
The New Leaf Market Co-op will host its annual “Evening of Fine Wine and Cheese” benefit tonight. The money raised will go to the Tallahassee Animal Shelter Foundation. Cristin Burns, marketing and project manager for New Leaf Market said each benefit is aimed at helping a different non-profit in Tallahassee. […]
FAMU DRS to celebrate 17-year-old published illustrator
Florida A&M University Developmental Research School is known for having a talented array of students. Today, between 1:45 and 3:30, the school will be celebrating one of those students’ talents. At age 17, Erika Willis, a junior from Tallahassee at FAMU DRS, has her illustrations published in a children’s book written […]