Here on “The Hill,” the spring 2022 election season quickly came and left. Unfortunately for Nya Cummings, this meant her reign did as well. Cummings, the former Miss Junior Attendant for the 2021-2022 academic school year, successfully completed her reign this month and took some time out to reflect on […]
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DeSantis signs ‘curriculum transparency’ bill
On March 25, 2022 and March 28, 2022 Gov. Ron DeSantis approved House Bills 1467 and 1557. These bills established term limits for school board members and provided parental rights in education. The two bills aim to focus on curriculum transparency as it pertains to reading material, instructional material and […]
In case you didn’t know, it’s allergy season
Allergy season is upon us. It has sparked headlines and is the topic of many discussions. The season has started a bit earlier than normal and has been more intense because of climate change, new research shows. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 24 million […]
Let’s ‘hair’ it for Flagler
Starting a small business can be one of the most rewarding risks you can take. Sabryn Flagler quickly realized that with her friends’ support and clientele that make it all worth it, starting a business was the best challenge that she could undertake. Flagler, a 21-year-old Florida A&M University student, […]
FAMU baseball pushes through tough home game
Florida A&M University went head to head, with Jacksonville University seeking their tenth win for the season. Although the final score was 9-6 with FAMU losing, the Rattlers pushed through the twelve-inning game and had fans on the edge of their seats. FAMU had a strong start, with redshirt freshman, […]
It’s official: graduation no longer requires tickets
After six weeks of waiting, Florida A&M University rejoiced after hearing the eight ticket restriction for guests wanting to attend the spring 2022 commencement ceremony was officially removed yesterday. Senate Government Association President Carrington Whigham pushed for the removal of tickets, and the decision was approved by several school officials. […]
Graphics students win ADDY awards
The School of Journalism and Graphic Communication students and instructors took home a total of 26 American Advertising Awards after an outstanding competition. Mira Lowe, the dean of SJGC was super proud of the team work that was demonstrated during the entire process. “Congratulations Professor Gill and team for this […]
Iman-Johnson, others endorse Marcelin
Former Tallahassee NAACP President Adner Marcelin, a candidate for City Commission Seat 5, hosted a news conference Wednesday in front of City Hall. Marcelin announced several endorsements, including the support of former City Commissioner Debbie Lightsey, former Mayor and Commissioner Dot Iman-Johnson, and former commissioners Bob Rackleff and Cliff Thaell, […]
Bite of Brown produces more green for local eateries
In its second year, Bite of Brown week offers free exposure and marketing for African-American owned businesses in Tallahassee. The week was originally created to draw more attention to businesses that were impacted by the pandemic and shutdowns. Dream Marketing Group has partnered with the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association, […]
New skate park includes a rattler
FAMU Way, an almost completed city project that stretches from South Monroe Street west to Lake Bradford Road, is making significant progress on its third and final phase. Segment three, which includes a FAMU Way skate-able art project with a centerpiece of a tall rattler — FAMU’s mascot) — has […]