The City of Tallahassee recently installed electric-vehicle charging stations around the city. The City Commission established a goal in February 2019 to utilize 100% renewable energy by the year 2050. The city is looking for simpler ways for residents to charge their electric-powered vehicles and help save the environment. Electric […]
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Palmetto South faces ongoing issues
Nearly a month after returning for in-person classes, students living in the Palmetto Phase III housing facility are forced to grapple with housing conditions including hot water outages and, in some cases, roaches for roommates. Olivia Brown, a second-year residential assistant, expressed her frustration concerning these issues. “I’ve received a […]
Students living in Towers oppose new dining hours
On Sept. 14, The Hub announced a new change in their hours, closing the dining hall on the weekends. Many students are confused after the announcement and have no choice but to inconveniently walk down to the Residence Dining Hall. At the start of the fall semester, The Hub was […]
FAMU track athlete, Jaylyn Scott, makes a statement
Speed. This is the talent that put Jaylyn Scott in his position for greatness. Growing up in the small town of Bainbridge, Georgia, sports is what grabbed Scott’s attention. It was his way out. In discovering that football was the sport that he had the heart for, and knowing that […]
Code enforcement officers aim to change negative stereotype
Code enforcement is designed to keep the community vibrant and well, employing the codes and ordinances of the city of Tallahassee. However, there’s often a negative stigma that follows the words “code enforcement,” especially with tenants. Most residents know that in order to avoid fees and court appearances, property compliance […]
Bond community welcomes The Flats
The once abandoned, newly renovated housing property The Flats is now open. With Tuesday’s grand opening of The Flats, a call for community reinvestment and redevelopment was birthed. Located at 539 Palm Beach St. near Main Street, the housing property is in the south-side Bond community that includes Florida A&M […]
Federal grant will help develop more scientists at FAMU
Ahja Harris is a fourth-year biology major at Florida A&M University who is one of a select number of students eligible in the STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) fields to receive future funding from a new five-year federal grant. The funding can provide more opportunities and resources for future […]
Review: The ‘Power’ universe captivates
Have you thought about watching the show “Power” but you’ve been unsure if it’s something you’d like to indulge in? Well, let’s review, shall we? The “Power” series is one of of the most popular streamed series on Starz. This show was created by Courtney A. Kemp and Curtis “50 […]
At last, dance concerts return to Lee Hall
Dance concerts involving many performance organizations such as FAMU Elite Dance Squad or Attack Dance Crew occurred frequently at Florida A&M University before the coronavirus put a halt to many activities. Now, the university is back in action and dance organizations have been preparing for shows this semester. On Friday, […]
FAMU food pantry receives $5,000 donation
Florida A&M’s Student Health Services received a $5,000 check from Publix on Tuesday to go toward the food pantry on campus. The food pantry, available to students and employees, has been around for about 13 years. It’s open Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Fridays from 10 a.m. to […]