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TPD cracking down on noise complaints

Some bar-goers, a local school and a church are currently in conflict regarding crowds and noise levels in Tallahassee. Changes were made to Tallahassee’s noise ordinance in March. According to the Tallahassee City Commissioner, it is unlawful to allow noise disturbances and amplified music from urban core areas between 2 […]

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Like it or not, The Shade Room keeps growing

Since March 2014, The Shade Room has gone from being a celebrity gossip page to a media powerhouse. It now covers breaking news topics, pop culture, politics and more on multiple media platforms. According to The Fast Company, The Shade Room has become one of Instagram’s top accounts. “It receives […]

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Nigerian student embraces her culture

When Florida A&M senior Olivia Amee looks back to her first friendships on campus, she said she initially gravitated toward those who shared her Nigerian heritage. She said looking for small reminders of her home community comforts her when she finds herself in new places. “It’s pretty easy for me […]

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Students in housing balance work and school

Work study, peer mentor, resident/desk assistant, tutor, and several other jobs are positions on campus held by students. Students who choose to get on campus jobs are tasked with juggling being a full time student while also working a full time job. Anaija Cure, LLC residential advisor (RA), was introduced […]

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Transgender bathroom bill stirs emotions

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has been pushing the Legislature to produce bills that correspond with his campaign talking points. Even legislation regarding public restrooms. HB 1521, called the “transgender bathroom bill” by some and also known as the “Safety in Private Spaces Act,” was approved earlier this year by Florida […]

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UAW strike has impact locally

If you’re in the market for a new car, you might have to shell out more money in the coming months. The United Auto Workers strike is likely to impact consumers in Tallahassee. More than a week into its targeted strike at the three established U.S. car companies, the United […]

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A decision awaits in Florida’s redistricting trial. Here’s what you need to know.

Final arguments ended Tuesday, in a federal trial involving the administration of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, alleging that the 2024 Republican presidential contender deliberately redrew a North Florida district to intentionally eliminate a Black-majority district. “The evidence will show Governor DeSantis went into the 2022 congressional redistricting with one overriding […]

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Rising food prices require touch choices

The price of most food items has increased dramatically since the beginning of the pandemic, and many college students are now finding it difficult to afford groceries. According to the Department of Agriculture, food prices are set to go up 5.8% in 2023, and the average college student will spend […]