In a bold move to fortify the safety measures within Florida high school athletics, the state Legislature recently passed Senate Bill 530. This legislation mandates the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) to enact bylaws restricting students sentenced as adults for specified offenses from participating in specific athletic competitions. This […]
Year: 2023
Working out often builds self-esteem
People often associate therapy, medicine and relaxation when discussing mental health. The connection between physical and mental health is one that many people overlook. Consistent physical activity can lower stress and anxiety while also boosting self-esteem. According to Mental Health Foundations, “It contributes to both the prevention of mental health […]
Six Christmas movies to watch again
The day following Halloween, television networks begin airing their assortment of Christmas films for hours on end. The beginning of the holiday season is usually observed in November, and many look forward to the 25-day Christmas countdowns on Dec. 1. Here are the top six classic Christmas movies guaranteed to […]
Can Pho & Baguette survive?
A slow start to a new Vietnamese restaurant in Tallahassee calls into question if marketing determines the success of a new business. Pho & Baguette opened on Nov.7 in Varsity Plaza on West Tennessee Street. It is a new Vietnamese restaurant specializing in pho and the traditional Vietnamese sandwich Bahn […]
Medicaid cuts and their ripple effect
If you’re among the millions of Americans benefiting from Medicaid, you’ve probably noticed that significant changes are imminent. The Medicaid continuous coverage provision, initially introduced under the Families First Coronavirus Act (CARES Act) by the federal government to aid vulnerable individuals during the COVID-19 pandemic, concluded on March 31, 2023. […]
To sublease or not sublease?
With graduation looming, many graduates are in the process of subleasing or “reletting” their apartments. The process is done between the person subleasing their unit and the person who has agreed to take over their lease. Although seemingly straightforward, the process can stir up issues regarding finding an eligible tenant […]
How are students feeling about graduation?
Graduation on the highest of seven hills is quickly approaching, and graduating seniors are preparing to take the world by force. With the commencement ceremony on Dec. 15th at 6pm, faculty, friends and family are preparing to gather in the Al Lawson Multi-Purpose Center to celebrate their graduates. With over […]
Beta Nu has new royal court
Beta Nu has a new royal court on the hill. The annual scholarship pageant for the Beta Nu Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity took place in Lee Hall on Thursday night. The award-winning musical “Dreamgirls” served as the pageant’s theme. The musical drama “Dreamgirls,” which features huge names like […]
Laws governing citizen arrests may change
In the halls of Florida’s Capitol, a new bill is stirring up conversations and raising eyebrows. House Bill 27, officially titled “An act relating to citizen’s arrest,” is not just another piece of legislation; it’s a potential game-changer in how ordinary individuals may respond to crimes. HB 27 hopes to […]
Bill hopes to prevent accidental shootings
So far in 2023, the City of Tallahassee has witnessed a total of 83 shootings, according to data maintained by the Tallahassee Democrat. In those shootings, 71 people were injured and 21 people lost their lives. The month of September in particular was a sad month for the capital city, […]