COVID-19 has impacted just about every age group, gender and race in the world. Everyone is in danger of being infected every time they step foot outside of their homes or allow someone new to come in. There are only a select few groups of people who have little to […]
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Biden’s child tax credit would help struggling families
Lower-income families are regularly pursuing new options to help support their households. Whether that involves securing a second job, creating a new business or working overtime, these families are often forced to deliver under pressure. House Democrats in Washington on Monday introduced what would become a wide-ranging bill to implement […]
Tallahassee airport hopes to recover from COVID-19
As Tallahassee International Airport (TLH) works on recovering from losses caused by the coronavirus pandemic, the holiday season was expected to bring back the momentum — but it didn’t. Instead, the airport plateaued. Jim Durwin, the deputy director of aviation at TLH, says that the passenger traffic was lower than […]
Apple aids in celebrating Black History Month
The month of February is treasured in America’s Black community, since it is a designated time for Black people to feel celebrated for the trailblazing and monumental strides throughout American history. Prominent brands like Apple are aiding to celebrate Black History Month this year by introducing The Black Unity Collection. […]
The perfect Valentine’s date ideas in Tallahassee
The popular holiday for couples, Valentine’s Day, is quickly approaching, andmany are wondering what to dowiththeir significant other on this special day amid a pandemic.Tallahassee has a few hidden gemsthat are perfect for a romantic Valentine’s Day with your significant other or your gal pals. Nicholas Dixon, a FAMU student, […]
We are ‘white’ where we left off
George Floyd. Rayshard Brooks. Elijah McClain. Breonna Taylor. Armaud Arbery. The list goes on. The Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement has been galvanized by today’s social justice movement. Now is not the time for the most privileged to ignore conflict so that they can continue to escape confrontation, as tensions […]
Video Game Club still going amid pandemic
Many clubs and organizations at Florida A&M University have had to host meetings and events virtually due to the coronavirus pandemic. One club has been able to stay connected despite the challenges thrown at them. The Video Game Club gets students engaged in gaming through a variety of events and […]
Elder Care Services looking out for local seniors
Over the span of the pandemic, medical professionals have made it clear that COVID-19 risks increase with age. Adults 65 and older are the most vulnerable demographic in terms of hospitalization and death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 8 out of 10 deaths reported in the […]
Dating during a pandemic
What is the state of love today? It could mean anything from a $100,000 purse to personal time at Target. The future of love is personalized and with the addition of technology, love and love-making are at the tip of your fingers. We all know the current condition of the […]
Trailblazer Cicely Tyson’s legacy will live on forever
Paving the way for Black women in film, actress Cicely Tyson has left behind an unforgettable legacy in the Black community. Tyson died on Jan. 28 at the age of 96. She was born Dec. 19, 1924 in Harlem, New York to devoutly religious parents, William and Theodosia Tyson. Despite […]