Year: 2023

Lifestyles

Need shades? These two have you covered

Two local college students spent the past year trying to figure out what exactly the Tallahassee market needs. The two entrepreneurs, Jewel Crouch and Jelani Bland, decided that what was missing was a boutique sunglasses business, so they pooled their resources in order to fill that void with Shady Visions. […]

News

Celebrating women in history

Esteemed Professor Reginald Ellis got right to the heart of the matter, quoting Langston Hughes. “Let America be America again. Let it be the dream it used to be. Let it be the pioneer on the plain seeking a home where he himself is free. America never was America to […]

News

The impact of HB 999

With the new bill proposal underway, residents fear for the lack of equity and inclusion in Florida’s collegiate system. Florida House Bill 999 was introduced to revise the powers and duties of the Board of Governors and enforce requirements for general education core courses. The bill also oversees the overall […]

Lifestyles

FAMU hosts colorectal cancer awareness seminar

Florida A&M University’s future public health professionals hosted the “Colorectal Cancer Awareness Seminar” on Wednesday via Zoom. John Luque and Prashanth Vennataganti, MD were the designated speakers on this panel. Dr. Luque spoke on his current research at FAMU involving colorectal cancer. “African Americans are among the most disparaged groups […]

Lifestyles

Flea market bouncing back post-COVID

The Tallahassee Flea Market has been a hub for trade and collectibles for many years. Though the location faced its hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic, many supporters agree that the site is invaluable. Tom Yates is a local buyer and collector who has frequented the Tallahassee Flea Market for more […]

Opinions

Angela Bassett deserves our applause

The Oscars are a star-studded night to acknowledge talent in Hollywood’s film industry. For most actors and actresses, receiving acknowledgment from the Academy Awards is like finding gold at the end of the rainbow. Over the years, the Oscars have faced scrutiny due to the lack of Black actors being […]

Lifestyles

Separating the art from the artist

A great actor is able to portray many different characters on screen that changes from film to film. At times some actors naturally play roles so great that you can’t see the actors past that performance. Chloe Bailey, most known for her rise to stardom alongside her twin sister Halle […]

Lifestyles

Event shines spotlight on Black women

In honor of Women’s History Month, Leon County employees, students and Tallahassee residents gathered at The Moon Thursday for the inaugural Black Women and the Fight for Equality event. “As a Black woman you must strategically play the hand that is dealt to you. We have the most power in […]

Lifestyles

R&B and paint party

Florida A&M University’s Efferson Student Union and Activities hosted an R&B and Paint event in the Grand Ballroom for FAMU students to celebrate women during Women’s History Month. The room was full of smiling faces and music provided by DJ Savage. The event was packed, as a majority of the […]