The novel coronavirus, commonly known as COVID-19, has caused fear around the world as tens of thousands succumb to the virus. Discovered late last year, the virus has affected more than people’s lives. It has also affected businesses, schools and the economy as a whole. But like past pandemics, such […]
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COVID-19 puts Tallahassee’s tourism on hold
The novel coronavirus has halted tourism all over the world, including what little tourism industry there is in Leon County. The county has been at the center of staying up to date with changes regarding the virus in Florida. “Like many industries, COVID-19 presents the tourism and hospitality sector with […]
Animal adoptions on pause amid COVID-19
In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, the world is still scrambling to figure out the best practices for mitigating the damage this unprecedented event has on the elderly, the immunocompromised and the medically disenfranchised. However, there is another vulnerable population that few people seem to remember at this time: […]
COVID-19 has changed political activism
If Rebecca Joseph knew that her last time knocking on doors to encourage voter registration would have been the last time she would knock on doors, she likely would have knocked a little harder and a little longer. “If we are not going to go out, then we need to […]
Public eagerly awaits stimulus checks
The novel coronavirus pandemic has reshaped the way we live and may have changed the world for generations to come. Many households and business are suffering due to the financial effects of the coronavirus. Many have lost their job and they no longer have a steady income. However, bills are […]
Is it possible to get psychological help online?
For many, the effects of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 have caused life to either slow down considerably or come to a grinding halt. Since the World Health Organization has declared COVID-19 as a pandemic several countries, including the world’s biggest economies, have issued varying orders for inhabitants to limit or […]
Some students caught off-guard by order to vacate residence halls
Florida A&M University sent an email on Friday notifying students of their eligibility for housing refunds. The email, titled “Housing Refund Statement,” informed students of the measures the Department Housing would be taking to ensure the community is safe. FAMU has ruled that Monday was the last service date for […]
Beach closures alter spring break plans for some
FORT LAUDERDALE — The coronavirus pandemic took a toll on South Florida beaches, especially for the Millennialand Gen Z crowds who traveled to the Sunshine State for spring break. South Florida is a hot spot for spring breakers. According to Exploring in Florida, spring break is Florida’s biggest source of […]
Leon County enacts curfew, stay-at-home order
Leon County Commission Chairman Brian Desloge announced on Tuesday that the county will be enacting a stay-at-home order starting Wednesday. With the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) spreading daily, the stay-at-home order is designed to limit the spread of the virus. Along with the stay-at-home order, Desloge announced a curfew from 11 […]
Student starts petition to move to pass-fail grades for Spring term
Tuesday’s announcement that all classes at FAMU will be online-only for the remainder of the semester due to the coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, has led to an uproar from the student body. On Thursday, a petition was created to propose that “Florida A&M University passes its current students for […]