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The downsides of a common law partner

Sneaky links” and “situationships” are more common today than relationships. Will Florida be the next state to endorse common law marriage, and would it be beneficial? Sneaky links have become a trend. Situationships have derived from romanticizing the toxicity of hookup culture. The goal of participating as a sneaky link […]

Sports

FAMU track team heading in right direction

There isn’t much Florida A&M University’s track team does not plan to accomplish this year.  After a strong finish for their indoor season, in which FAMU placed 6 out of 12 other schools in the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC), they are ready to keep building and improving together to take […]

Lifestyles

Coping with loss as a college student

Being a college student comes with responsibilities and gaining experience while navigating a transitional phase of life. Students can deal with work, classes, extracurricular activities, and more all at once. It’s not always easy to handle the workload and pressures of being a student, but adversity can make this even […]

Sports

Rattlers perform at FAMU’s Pro Day

In the past,  many HBCU athletes were overlooked for other prospects coming out of big-name power 5 schools, but that is the case no longer. This past Thursday, March 30th, 7 senior football players got to display their talents in front of professional scouts. Pro Day is a huge opportunity […]

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Melkayla Irvis carries on the family legacy

Melkayla Irvis continues the legacy at the collegiate level after she has been perfecting her craft since she was 4 years old. She stands today as the 2023 Preseason Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) honors athlete.    The love for softball derived from her father’s passion for the game. She was born […]

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Lawmakers tackle hemp regulations

The leaders of Florida’s hemp industry are upset over a legislative plan they claim will hurt their businesses. The measure’s sponsor says the bill is about “staying in  their lane.” The conflict is over how hemp products are defined in state law. Henry Calix is the founder and CEO of […]