FAMU students and administrators met earlier this week to discuss the Greater Bond Project. Shavell Martin | The Famuan The greater Bond community’s “Do Something Day” is a joint effort to improve the quality of life on Tallahassee’s south side. It is the result of a partnership between the City of Tallahassee, […]
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Law school donates supplies to main campus post-hurricane
FAMU President Larry Robinson voiced his thanks to the university's law school. Photo courtesy of Stephanie Strong, FAMU's Information and Media Service Coordinator. The FAMU College of Law did not hesitate to reach out when Hurricane Michael made a mess of Leon County. Members of the law school in Orlando […]
Mormons hoping to convert FAMU students
Mormons are dedicated to spreading the word of their faith. Photo submitted by Landy Coulanges. FAMU students have seen them on campus. They are easy to spot because they don’t look like FAMU students, even though they are college-aged. Some students have been approached by them – and many students […]
FAMU goes to TCC to recruit students
FAMU made its presence felt at TCC on Wednesday. Photo submitted by Nubian Jean-Charles. Orange and green filled the student union at Tallahassee Community College on Wednesday. TCC students encountered orange and green table covers, displays and different materials for distribution promoting FAMU programs. FAMU faculty and staff hosted the […]
Hurricane victims make Leon County schools their new home
Leon County Superintendent, Rocky Hanna, and two assistant superintendents held a press conference about incoming students. Photo submitted by Shay Simon. Leon County students returned to school and their normal routines on Monday after an unexpected four days off because of Hurricane Michael. As Preston Harris walked his daughter to […]
Off-campus housing rent on the rise
For Sale sign Photo Courtesy of Apartment Management Magazine Tallahassee has seen a hike in rent prices over the past two years due to the construction of the Collegetown Area. Students on average are paying at least $700 to live with at least three other people. Most students pay rent […]
GreenWise opens on Gaines
GreenWise opened last week on Gaines Street. Photo submitted by Jenee Mathew. After two long, anticipated years, Publix Supermarkets has finally launched the first ever GreenWise Supermarket. Located on Gaines Street between the campuses of Florida A&M and Florida State, GreenWise opened its doors on Thursday, Oct 4. This […]
November election focus of Saturday block party
Pre-game to the Polls Block Party official flyer. Residents throughout the state of Florida residents are gearing up for the 2018 November election. This year’s election could not only produce the state’s first African-American governor, but could also be the turning point in the fight for voting restoration rights for […]
Hurricane takes center stage at City Commission meeting
The Tallahassee City Commission met Wednesday for the first time since Hurricane Michael struck last week. Cory Cannion | The Famuan Tallahassee City Commissioners and local residents slowly walked into City Hall and up to the second floor on Wednesday. As the commissioners entered members of the community greeted each other, […]
Tallahassee airport corrects spelling of ‘Gillum’ on official portrait
The airport's portrait of Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum. Photo courtesy tallahassee.com Tallahassee International Airport sees its share of travelers and, like most cities, it provides the first taste of the community for first-time visitors. Tallahassee is commonly touted for being the home of FSU and the state legislature all while being the […]