Developing Gaines Street has been an ongoing process in the city of Tallahassee, but a new tourist attraction will soon be the center of attention in Railroad Square. Railroad Square will have the first completely Green building in Tallahassee. The building, a community-oriented collaboration will be known as the Art-Tech […]
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Vintage trend helps students’ budgets
The faint aroma of history that lay in the seams of vintage clothing made its way throughout the historic warehouse. The rareness and construction of the classic garments captivated new shoppers as they spent their first Friday at The Other Side Vintage in Railroad Square. First time shopper, Scott Pollenz, […]
Buddhism practice soothes mind and soul
According to Ralph Dougherty, a board of trustee member at the Tallahassee Buddhist Community, Buddhism is the largest religion in the world but it is often left unknown to many college students. The community is located near Florida A&M University in Railroad Square and has been around since the year […]
Abstract art on campus a mystery
#8220;Patrice” is wielded together from black steel. She is an abstract representative of jazz and sits in front of the Ware-Rhaney building, but students and faculty alike have no idea who she is. “Nobody knows what it is,” said Amber Jones 21, from Melbourne. The senior health information management, or […]
City hopes new hotel will boost Gaines Street business
The construction of a new hotel brings promising beginnings to the revamping of Tallahassee. Anyone driving through the intersection of Gaines Street and Railroad Avenue can see the nearly finished product of almost a year’s worth of labor. Marriott’s Residence Inn now sits on what was once a vacant lot […]
Crossing fashion tracks
The newest clothing store in town, Turnstyles Boutique, is making more than just a fashion statement. The urban apparel store, which opened seven weeks ago, has gradually developed a following among FAMU students who have an appreciation for stylish couture. Aside from providing an array of fashion choices not found […]
Schools unite through poetry
Two professors with a vision started a poetry series, in order to help unite and diversity FAMU and Florida State University. The series, which began in July 2002, started at the Black Dog Café and as attendance grew, sponsors decided to move the series to a venue that was larger […]
Store connects on all levels
Sitting on the corner of Railroad Avenue and Gaines Street, Connection World lives up to its name. The store not only specializes in urban wear, but also sells everything from beauty supplies to beepers. Storeowner James Wooden said he gave the store its name because he wanted to “connect everything […]