The Stompdown will be at 7 p.m. March 3 at Godby High School Auditorium Photo credit: Djuan Ballinger The nation’s largest step show competition is coming to Tallahassee. Ballinger Productions and Entertainment will be presenting The Stompdown with host Jay Fever from the hit show “Bring It.” The Stompdown is a step competition […]
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SoDough Bakery is SoYummy!
Tallahassee’s SoDough Baking Co. | Photo credit: Asia Irvin If you’ve ever visited SoDough Bakery, don’t spend too much time gazing at the appealing treats on display. Trust me, they taste as flavorsome as they look. The popular pastry shop is infused with an aroma of glazed cinnamon rolls and […]
Black Panther screening with fraternity encourages unity
Omega Lamplighters before the Black Panther screening on Feb. 16. Photo credit: Ulysses D. Jenkins With the highly anticipated release of the Marvel blockbuster “Black Panther,” several organizations hosted screenings including The Chi Omega Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated. In celebration of unity amongst the black community, The Chi […]
Rattler baseball ready to achieve “more” in 2018 Campaign
The Rattlers won their game against Marshall 8-1 on Feb 17 Photo credit: Sydne Vigille Spring is here and Florida A&M Rattler baseball is in full swing. Coming off of a 27-26 record during an injury-filled season last year, the Rattlers are ready to kick off this season with the […]
‘Black Panther’ soundtrack debuts at No. 1
Last week the world, especially the black community, went into a frenzy as the first black- written, black- directed superhero movie with a full black cast opened in theaters nationwide. Yes, we’re talking about “Black Panther.” This alone is a legendary accomplishment for black culture. But it only gets better. […]
Magda’s opens in College Town
Here to crush your cravings, Magda’s has set up shop and is ready to satisfy your sweet tooth. The new College Town eatery offers coffee, sweet treats and savory slices to make your taste buds happy. Magda’s is affiliated with For The Table Hospitality. The group also owns Township, […]
#FAMUElectionsPeriod trends on Twitter
It’s campaign season – voting takes place today – on FAMU’s campus, and annually this time period takes an overwhelming amount of the student body by storm. The Spring 2018 election, however, has taken precedence over past elections and made it to one of the world’s most popular social […]
Frenchtown business owners discuss changes in community
The Rev. Ervin Omega Gilliam and young brother Melvin Gilliam stand outside their family owned business, Gilliam Brothers Barber Shop. Photo credit: Jessica Gardner Frenchtown is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Tallahassee that has been a site of change and development. Business owners of the predominately African-American neighborhood […]
Let’s talk about sex baby
Photo credit: Sydne Vigille It’s never too early to teach kids about their own body, what inappropriate touching is, and how to protect themselves from it. Some argue that teaching children about sex too young will allow curiosity to get the best of them and they will want to start […]
FAMU falls in baseball home opener to Marshall University
The bleachers filled with orange and green at Moore-Kittles Field Friday, as fans showed their support and anticipation for the season to kick-off against the Marshall University Thundering Herd. It was an unexpected loss, as the Rattlers finished with a final score of 17-5. FAMU finished last season with a […]