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Xavier Smith a key player for Rattlers

Florida A&M University football star, Xavier Smith, is on the road to a promising future. Not only is he flourishing academically, but he is also the starting wide receiver for FAMU football. Smith, a Haines City native, received his undergraduate degree in health, leisure, and fitness studios, and is now […]

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Longing for GVO and Prime Time

Daija Moore’s favorite places on the weekend are GVO and Prime Time, which means she has a problem. The two popular nightspots closed during the past six months. The two clubs were all-time favorites for many students at Florida A&M University. Many students have wondered why the club line-up for […]

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Do we need a ‘Creed III’?

Reactions have varied since the trailer debuted earlier this month on whether we need another Creed movie. The third installment of the boxing series starring Michael B. Jordan will hit theaters on March 3, 2023. After several losses in this film, he finally wins, earning fame, fortune and family. But […]

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COVID looms as Rattlers get ready for flu season

As the weather changes in Tallahassee, flu season becomes more prevalent. Flu season usually starts in October and continues throughout winter. However, this year is unique because COVID is still very much present. Respiratory illnesses such as COVID and the flu usually spread more rapidly in the colder fall and […]

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Homecoming a playground for vendors

Starting a business is no easy feat and yet FAMU is home to dozens of young entrepreneurs whose humble beginnings started on the cobblestone path of the Set one Friday. FAMU Homecoming is a week filled with fellowship, networking, entrainment events, music, football and more. From sun-up to sun-down, there […]

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Tiffany Greene is a game-changer

Tiffany Greene knew that she would not only “Bragg different” her entire life, but that FAMU, family and legacy would be the driving forces behind where she is today. It started 114 years ago when her great-grandmother set the tone that Greene says she is very proud of. Born into […]

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Homecoming and fashion go hand in hand

It is no secret that when it comes to homecoming, HBCUs show out all week in every aspect. From step shows to celebrity guests to shutting down the entire city, it’s a scene. Homecoming week at an HBCU is a celebration of legacy, tradition and campus culture. What we don’t […]

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TikTok leak dismays local Chick-fil-A workers

For eight years running, the Georgia-based fast-food chicken franchise Chick-fil-A has been rated one of the best restaurants in the nation. In addition to serving crowd-pleasing items like their classic chicken sandwich, waffle fries and specialty lemonades, they specialize in excellent customer service. But recently the popular chains has been […]