Year: 2023

Opinions

I wanted to be a voice for students

Serving as the 116th Miss Florida A&M University has come with many blessings. I have learned lessons that have not only carried me through this semester, but will carry me through life. I’ve learned more about my university, building relationships with strong but nurturing Rattlers who make up our beautiful […]

Opinions

Little Masa a local favorite

Little Masa is a unique and vibrant restaurant nestled in the heart of College Town. With its cozy atmosphere and flavorful cuisine, it has quickly become a local favorite for foodies and quick-commuting college students. The product of restaurateur Lucy Ho, who has a passion for bringing Asian cuisine to […]

Lifestyles

Tackling stress

National Stress Awareness Month is observed in April to draw attention to the detrimental effects of stress. Stress management is a vital component of living a healthy lifestyle. Understanding how to handle stress may promote both physical and mental wellness while also reducing the aggravation of health-related problems. “Being a […]

Lifestyles

A Caribbean queen (in the kitchen)

A  majority of the restaurants in Tallahassee serve the same variety of things. But there are captivating options. Princess Lesinscar, a fourth-year health science student at Florida A&M University, has used her Haitian and Bahamian background to perfect her craft of cooking Caribbean plates and selling them to customers dying […]

Lifestyles

What’s the latest scoop on J-School grads

As commencement season quickly approaches, many students are trying to figure out where they will be going and what they will be doing post graduation. From master’s programs to full-time careers, many students are in the process of making life-changing decisions as they enter the real world. It is no […]

Lifestyles

Bike Fest now an annual event

The Tallahassee Bike Fest is an event that celebrates the love of motorcycles and everything related to them. The festival has grown in popularity since its debut last year. The festival, which took place over three days at Apalachee Regional Park, featured various activities and attractions. The festival kicked off […]

Opinions

A lawmaker called me a mutant

With numerous bills making their way through Florida’s 2023 legislative session which target the rights and livelihoods of transgender residents, my fate lies in the hands of state legislators. While those in favor argue for the dissolution of our liberties under the guise of “public safety,” it becomes increasingly clear […]

Lifestyles

Sidney Berry hits the jackpot

This spring has ushered in an abundance of blessings for many Rattlers, including one in particular. Sidney Berry had the esteemed pleasure of being selected as 1 of 18 recipients of the first group of Disney Storytellers Scholars in addition to being one of two Rattlers to win an EA […]

News

Black Voters Matter fighting back

The Black vote continues to gain value as several suppressive voting bills are being introduced to state legislatures. Young Black voters are being targeted through initiatives striving to educate and enforce the importance of voting. As lawmakers continue to add new legislation that affects Black rights and creates obstacles for […]