The Tallahassee City Commission held a workshop Wednesday to respond to recommendations provided by the Leon County’s Department of Planning. The workshop recommended implementing new infrastructure on Gaines Street, Midtown, Monroe Street, Market district and other Tallahassee corridors. Cherie Bryant, planning manager for the Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Department introduced staff […]
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Florida Senate addresses death penalty during hearing
Courtesy of The Morning Call Florida legislature passed Senate Bill 7068 Monday requiring a jury to have a unanimous verdict for recommending the death penalty. Last week, the House passed a proposal that obliges only nine of 12 jurors to recommend capital punishment. According to the proposal, both chambers would […]
Nefetari’s strives to promote African culture
Courtesy of Nefetari's Nefetari’s, a true community treasure, welcomes all demographics. They most specifically aim to cater to African-Americans by offering fine cuisine dining that incorporates African tradition, culture and authenticity. All artifacts of their decor are authentic except the Egyptian replicas, which are exceptional carbon copies. Nefertari was the […]
FAMU alumna runs for a seat in the Florida House of Representatives
Courtsey Tallahasee.com Florida A&M University alumna Dianne Williams-Cox, has set herself apart from the other candidates running for a seat in the Florida House of Representatives for District 8 this upcoming 2016 primary elections. She expressed the many obstacles she has overcome, and believes other candidates have not experienced what […]
Local blood banks take precaution against Zika virus
Coutesy of Development Diaries Local blood banks, like OneBlood, are taking precautions to prevent the spread of the Zika virus. Chief Medical Officer of OneBlood Dr. Rita Reik said, “We are asking any donors who have traveled to Zika risk areas that they delay donations for at least 28 days.” […]
Debbie Allen brings dance to the White House
Courtesy of The Root First Lady Michelle Obama invited Debbie Allen and 51 young black dancers to dance at the White House on Monday for Black History Month. Allen is known as the cutthroat dance teacher Lydia Grant in the 1980 film she choreographed “Fame,” a role she reprised to […]
Is it Black History month?
Courtesy of NAACP Black History month is dedicated to highlighting the accomplishments and milestones achieved by prominent African American pioneers. As an African American student attending an historical university, students have become concerned that things that are not as relevant as our history are washing out our roots. On the […]
COACH WOOD TALKS NEW RECRUITMENTS
Florida A&M’s head football Coach Alex Wood met with members of the 220 Quarterback Club to present the newly recruited 2016 class. The February 10 meeting was held exactly one week after National Signing Day, during the club’s weekly luncheon at New Times Country Buffet on North Monroe Street. President […]
Pastors Voice Their Right to Deny Same Sex Marriages
Courtesy of MGN Online Pastor's Gathered in the Florida Senate to Voice their opinions on Bill 110. Multimedia Jornalist Chacoryia Burns Covers how Minsters and Religious organzations feel.
Florida House passes bill to allow open gun carry on campuses
Courtesy of The Truth About Guns The Florida House passed HB 4001 and HB 163 Wednesday, allowing licensed gun owners the right to openly carry concealed weapons on state college campuses. The bill was tirelessly debated by house members for approximately three hours. Most Democrats strongly opposed both bills and […]