SBI Dean and VP of Advancement Dr. Friday-Stroud. On Wednesday, Florida A&M’s Board of Trustees met up to discuss a new plan to increase funds at the university. Many students have felt school funds were a problem for FAMU and now full light is being shed on the idea […]
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Historic gas station becomes new place to hang out
Exxon Ad with famous slogan "Happy Motoring" Photo credit: Flickr A historic locally owned south-side business is holding a grand opening today, and it is giving the greater FAMU área a new spot for some cool vibrations. Happy Motoring began generating plenty of buzz before today’s official opening. The bar is […]
Chris King: The progressive entrepreneur running for the Governor of Florida
Chris King, a 39-year-old former lawyer, Winter Park native and business man, is on a quest to govern Florida. King, a third-generation Floridian, Harvard University and University of Florida graduate, and founder of Elevation Financial Group, is laying the foundation to compete for the Governor of Florida. Unlike other […]
Bill would change rules for storage unit owners, customers
Over the hot summer months, students frequently store their belongings as they start their vacation, often using storage units. But in some cases, customers fail to pay their storage bill. This can result in the owners selling the abandoned items at an auction. Na’Porshia Taylor witnessed one of these auctions. […]
FAMU student launches fashion business
Kerry Hartley Kerry Hartley has always dressed to impress. His goal is to always look his best. Now a senior environmental studies major at Florida A&M University, Hartley knew that fashion was his passion and wanted a way to express his vision. “Fashion has always been something I love to […]
Rattlers lose in the second round of the MEAC tournament
Senior guard, Desmond Williams dribbling the ball down the court during the game. Photo credit: FAMU Athletics. The Florida A&M men’s basketball team managed to get to the second round of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference after beating Howard University but came up short against Hampton University 75-71 as they […]
Major renovations coming to Rickards High School this summer
The Leon County School Board has agreed to do sweeping renovations to Rickards High School. For what seems like forever the Rickards community has been asking the School Board for some support in trying to get funds to renovate Rickards High School, most of the schools buildings have had […]
TPD and LCSO fire two officials on sexual assault accusations in a week
Within the last week, both Leon County Sheriff’s Office and Tallahassee Police Department have fired officers on sexual harassment allegations. On the night of February 25th, Officer Vincent Crump, whom had only been with TPD for a year, was accused of sexual battery after a traffic stop on Thomasville […]
COPPS still in search of new dean
Photo credit: pharmacy.famu.edu With 10 members present for the Search & Screening Committee, the table was set for meeting number nine in search of a new dean for the College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. At approximately 2:45 PM, Dr. Reginald Perry, the Associate Dean for Student Affairs and […]
Rain-delayed game leads to extra innings loss for Rattlers
Jackie Miles Jr. played all 11 innings at catcher for the Rattlers against Florida Gulf Coast. Photo credit: Sydne Vigille Pushed back two and a half hours, the Wednesday baseball game between the Florida A&M Rattlers and Florida Gulf Coast began at 6:30 pm. FAMU got off to […]