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FAMU Students Recognized at White House

Gilda Brown Jennifer Smith Florida A&M University graduate students, Gilda Brown and Jennifer Smith, were appointed by the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges as the 2015 “HBCU All-Stars.” HBCU All-Stars recognizes undergraduate, graduate and professional students to serve as ambassadors to the White House and assist to increase […]

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Breaking News: Volkswagen CEO Resigns after Scandal

Courtesy of NBC New York The German car manufacturer, Volkswagen, will be saying "Auf Wiedersehen" (goodbye) to Chief Executive, Martin Winterkorn. Winterkorn announced his resignation on Wednesday after the growing emissions scandal erupted this past Friday. Volkswagen is currently under heavy scrutiny for installing falsified computers. The system would turn […]

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Gas Prices Leave Wallets a Little Less Empty

Courtesy of WTVB  According to American Automobile Association (AAA) Daily Fuel Gauge Report, the cost of gas is at an all time low nationwide, falling to $2.289 per gallon.   Low gas prices will continue for another week according to AAA spokesman, Mark Jenkins.   “Motorists should expect another week of discounts […]

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The Syrian Journey

Courtesy of The Star Less than two weeks after President Obama told his administration to raise the number of incoming Syrian Refugees entering the United States in 2016 from less than 1,500 to 10,000, the U.S. increased the number of incoming refugees from around the globe to 85,000. In 2017 […]

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State Lawmakers hear Residents concerns

Leon County residents voiced their concerns and discussed the upcoming legislative session to state lawmakers Monday at the county commission chambers. The legislative delegation meeting provided elected officials and the community an opportunity to inform state representatives what should be the main focus for lawmakers this upcoming session. Rep., Alan Williams,  who was […]

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FAMU Student Organization Brings Home First Place

Members of The Upsilon Psi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc The Upsilon Psi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc, a student organization from Florida A&M University (FAMU) was awarded the 2015 first place Undergraduate Chapter of The Year Award. This award was recognized at the 41st Florida Statewide Organization […]

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The Fuzzy Pineapple Presents its First Craft and Art Festival

Songwriter, Nicall Chapin performing for the crowd The Fuzzy Pineapple held their first Craft and Art Festival on Saturday, Sept. 19-20, at 1209 East Paul Russell Road from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. The Fuzzy Pineapple is an online, handcrafted accessory and clothing store owned by 23-year-old Nefatari Dennard, who is also […]

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Rubio Gains Endorsement from Georgia Congressman

Courtesy of MGN Online Republican presidential candidate Marco Rubio appeared in Atlanta on Monday where he gained endorsement from a conservative South Georgia congressman. U.S. Representative Austin Scott (R-GA) introduced Rubio for the first leg of his campaign trail in Atlanta. In a statement to the Associated Press Rep. Scott […]

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Parents Support Daughter’s Vision

Craft & Arts Festival flyer Dr. Dana Dennard, professor of Psycology at Florida A&M University and wife Dr. Sharon Ames-Dennard, smiled as they enjoyed the Crafts and Art Festival hosted by their daughter Nefetari Dennard. Saturday, Sept. 19 the Fuzzy Pineapple launched its first festival with help from their parents. […]