Leon County residents voiced their concerns and discussed the upcoming legislative session to state lawmakers Monday at the county commission chambers. The legislative delegation meeting provided elected officials and the community an opportunity to inform state representatives what should be the main focus for lawmakers this upcoming session. Rep., Alan Williams, who was […]
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FAMU Student Organization Brings Home First Place
Members of The Upsilon Psi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc The Upsilon Psi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc, a student organization from Florida A&M University (FAMU) was awarded the 2015 first place Undergraduate Chapter of The Year Award. This award was recognized at the 41st Florida Statewide Organization […]
SB 186 protects social media accounts of employees in Florida
Employees may soon have a say in whether or not employers can access their social media accounts, thanks to Senate Bill 186. SB 186, Social Media Privacy, was filed at the end of August, however it is one step closer to becoming a law. The bill proposed by Sen. Jeff […]
The Fuzzy Pineapple Presents its First Craft and Art Festival
Songwriter, Nicall Chapin performing for the crowd The Fuzzy Pineapple held their first Craft and Art Festival on Saturday, Sept. 19-20, at 1209 East Paul Russell Road from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. The Fuzzy Pineapple is an online, handcrafted accessory and clothing store owned by 23-year-old Nefatari Dennard, who is also […]
Rubio Gains Endorsement from Georgia Congressman
Courtesy of MGN Online Republican presidential candidate Marco Rubio appeared in Atlanta on Monday where he gained endorsement from a conservative South Georgia congressman. U.S. Representative Austin Scott (R-GA) introduced Rubio for the first leg of his campaign trail in Atlanta. In a statement to the Associated Press Rep. Scott […]
Tallahassee Community Celebrates Pista Sa Nayon
Chairman of the Asian Coalition of Tallahassee (ACT) Dr. T. Soma. Hundreds of residents gathered at Kleman Plaza on Saturday, Sept. 19 for a chance to experience traditional Filipino culture, art, and food at Pista Sa Nayon (Filipino feast). The festival featured freshly prepared authentic Filipino food, cultural music and […]
Jazz On Gaines Street
Family and friends gathered at the Boulevard park on Gaines Street Sunday afternoon to listen to live bands, eat, drink, and relax with friends and family. All age groups were present and very involved in the activities of the evening at the Jazz on Gaines Street event held by RB ministries. There […]
Parents Support Daughter’s Vision
Craft & Arts Festival flyer Dr. Dana Dennard, professor of Psycology at Florida A&M University and wife Dr. Sharon Ames-Dennard, smiled as they enjoyed the Crafts and Art Festival hosted by their daughter Nefetari Dennard. Saturday, Sept. 19 the Fuzzy Pineapple launched its first festival with help from their parents. […]
The FAMU Green Coalition Holds Its General Body Meeting
Students taking interest in the green coalition Florida A&M University Green Coalition hosted its first general body meeting Monday at “the bridge” in the Agriculture building. The Green Coalition’s mission is to partner with campus, area and governmental resources to help protect and enhance the health and well being of […]
State University System to Launch “Think Florida” Campaign
State University System of Florida (SUS) is launching a new marketing campaign this month, Think Florida: A higher degree for business. The campaign comes after the Florida Board of Governors’ (BOG) chair, Mori Hosseini, expressed a desire for a stronger connection between the University System and Florida businesses. According to a press […]