The Seminole Tribe of Florida earlier this month announced a gaming expansion in all six of its casinos. Starting Dec. 7, the Seminole casinos are launching a gambling app that includes craps, roulette and sports betting. The app was announced a week after the United States Supreme Court blocked a […]
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Club-level volleyball growing
Club volleyball at Florida A&M falls somewhere between recreational play and varsity-level competition. It provides players with an exceptional opportunity to develop their skills, build lasting connections, and cultivate an appreciation for the game beyond the court. Aniya Thomas, a third-year biology pre-med student from Fresno, California, is the president […]
Fund-raising at FAMU keeps growing
Each year at Florida A&M’s homecoming football game, there is an announcement to share the total amount of donations made to certain programs, colleges and schools. This year, FAMU raised a whopping $25.7 million in donations. While this money is not raised during the week of homecoming, the numbers are […]
Hip hop celebration draws a crowd (but not T-Pain)
The Tallahassee community gathered Friday for the “50 Years of Hip Hop” celebration concert at the Adderley Amphitheater in Cascades Park. Hip-hop icons Doug E. Fresh and MC Lyte and local artists who have been in the industry for more than 20 years delivered fantastic performances at the celebration. According […]
Rattlers victorious over rivals on Senior Night
In a mesmerizing clash that unfolded on the much-anticipated Senior Night, the Florida A&M University Women’s Volleyball Team delivered a resounding triumph against their rivals, the Bethune Cookman University Wildcats in four sets. The gymnasium buzzed with anticipation as family, friends and fans filled the stands, eager to witness the […]
B.E.S.T. You now on FAMU’s campus
B.E.S.T. You, recently chartered on FAMU’s campus, is looking to introduce girls to the idea of sisterhood and to develop each girl to become a positive change agent of their generation. B.E.S.T. You members were seen beautifully dressed and excited to connect with students in their B.E.S.T. You sweaters at […]
Bill would add transparency to vehicle repairs
Florida Senate Bill 194, legislation aimed at improving accountability and transparency in the motor vehicle repair industry, promises to significantly change how repair shops handle crash-related repairs. This bill was filed on Oct, 12 by Senator Joe Gruters, a Republican from Sarasota. With a focus on consumer protection and law […]
Unanimous decision no longer needed for death penalty
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis earlier this year signed into law a bill which expands the death penalty and allows the imposition of death based on as few as 8 of the 12 jurors. This takes away the requirement for all jurors to be in agreement with the decision to put […]
Ervin’s saga from felon to registered voter
Amid the unfolding events involving Marsha Ervin, a 69-year-old resident of Tallahassee facing felony voter fraud charges, a turn of events occurred as a result of a collective outcry from various groups and advocates. This led to a display of victory as Marsha Ervin registered to vote at the Leon […]
Local first responders endure harassment on the job
Tallahassee has long been a vibrant community, a hub of culture and education. But behind the scenes, first responders, including police officers, firefighters and paramedics, face an escalating issue — harassment while carrying out their essential duties. Impeding first responders poses a direct threat to public safety by causing delays […]