Friday, October 18, 2024
Vacant positions are causing a problem within the Tallahassee Fire Department (TFD). According to Tallahassee Professional Firefighters (TPF) President Joe Davis, the inability to fill positions is forcing current firefighters to stay past the end of their 24-hour shifts. “We’ve run into cases where firefighters are being told at the […]
North Monroe Street businesses are raising concerns about the growing homeless population and its effects on stores in the surrounding area. As winter approaches, there has been an increase in the number of homeless people looking for better shelter from the colder weather. There are 10 homeless shelters in Tallahassee […]
Florida A&M’s Office of Counseling Services [OCS], located in the CASS building, is in high demand from students to meet with counselors in order to better themselves during the academic school year. The OCS has been dealing with this problem due to the high number of appointment requests this year […]
Florida A&M University’s Bragg Memorial Stadium, home to the Rattlers’ football team, has undergone a remarkable transformation, providing a revamped game-day experience that has left over 17,000 spectators electrified this football season. Having hosted two thrilling home games this month, the stadium’s new features have ignited a wave of fan […]
As a college student, it can be tough trying to find a perfect study spot that provides unlimited coffee, tea and good vibes. The kava bars Kameleon and Kavakaze offer an ideal study spot and a sense of community. Kava bars in Tallahassee have become a safe haven for loyal […]
When senior Autumn Dancy first stepped foot on Florida A&M University’s campus, she said the feeling vaguely resembled her first day in high school. Surrounded by new faces and an unfamiliar campus, when Dancy transferred colleges, she said it felt like she was starting from scratch. “At first it felt […]
Whether it’s to DJ Loosekid’s tunes or the sounds of the Marching 100, if you hear music being played during game-day in Bragg Memorial Stadium or Al Lawson Center, just know the Diamonds of FAMU are in the stands dancing to it. With their sequined uniforms, bright smiles and synced […]
Pride is the name of the game. College culture nationwide has been built on community fulfillment and camaraderie. Students weigh their options based on their specific personal preferences and requirements to enter their desired career field when choosing a college. Many high school students travel extensively to various universities hoping […]
The Florida A&M Rattlers extended their home win streak with a 23-10 victory over the Alabama State Hornets. Unlike last week the Rattlers got off to a quick start, scoring first at the seven-minute mark in the first quarter. Following the Rattler touchdown, the defense came out swarming, forcing the […]
HBCUs are known for their culture, festivities such as homecoming and school spirit. On the downside, HBCUs are also notoriously known for their inconsistent financial aid. Every semester, students fill out their Federal Student Aid (FASFA) to receive financial aid assistance such as grants or loan disbursements from their school. […]