As time passes, more details about the impeachment case involving the next Student Government Association president and vice president have emerged. In an attempt to hold a fair trial, a bill was passed in the Student Senate stating that only a one-third vote was necessary for the impeachment to go […]
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New Amazon facility impacts neighborhood
On the northeastern edge of Leon County, among the cozy neighborhoods and busy streets, stands the towering Amazon Fulfillment Center at 2635 Vineland Drive. The huge, 630,000-square-foot structure promised easy shopping for online buyers and job opportunities for locals. But behind its fancy look, there was a growing problem that […]
Students wary as presidential election looms
Election season is upon us — Florida’s presidential primary took place last week — and many students are drained and nervous about the possible results for the 2024 presidential election. It looks like there will be another matchup between Donald Trump and Joe Biden. Students are getting flashback memories from […]
Pollen is everywhere right now
How bad is allergy season this year? Many people are affected by allergies every year, and pollen has been the main issue. According to wyndly.com, the most common culprits in Tallahassee are ragweed and sagebrush. These weeds thrive in the city’s humid climate and release pollen that can aggravate allergy […]
Stores scaling back self-checkout
Self-checkout has become a preferred method for many shoppers. It’s convenient, allows privacy, gives customers a sense of control, is flexible and efficient, and it reduces human interaction. While self-checkout is popular, retailers are scaling back. News outlets reported earlier this month that Target implemented express self-checkout lanes nationwide. Target […]
Town hall promotes awareness, voting
Black Voters Matter Tallahassee hosted a “It’s About Us” town hall Saturday at the Bethel Family Life Center to address the impacts of the recently concluded legislative session and the collective power that the Black community has. According to their website, Black Voters Matter is an organization whose mission is […]
3 new apartment complexes set to open
College students searching for apartments should have it better than ever this year, as three new student apartment properties are expected to open this summer. Nova, The Metropolitan and Renegade are the new candidates for the upcoming fall move-in. Nova is located at 600 West Virginia St., just minutes away […]
18 seniors participate in FAMU Pro Day
FAMU’s Pro Day unfolded on Thursday at Bragg Memorial Stadium, providing seniors with a platform to display their talents before NFL scouts. For the third consecutive year, the event attracted a growing number of NFL Scouts, including head coaches and general managers. This year witnessed a notable increase in both […]
University implements new housing procedure
As students gear up for another academic year at Florida A&M University, the Office of University Housing says it is introducing significant changes to the on-campus housing application process to streamline procedures and ensure fair access to housing. In an email sent to all FAMU students before Spring Break, OUH […]
Community seeks answers in disappearance of Lori Paige
12-year-old Lori Paige was last seen at the 2100 block of Continental Court in Tallahassee, FL, on June 3, 2023. Eight months later, the police search for the missing child has yielded no results. In February of this year, a diving effort was made to search for Paige in Lake […]