Year: 2023

Lifestyles

Halisi Africa hopes to find a home on campus

Halisi Africa is a local business that succeeds in bringing cultural and culinary products with African roots to Tallahassee. The shop, locally owned and family operated in Railroad Square, has become a staple for cultural diversity and culinary experiences. Regardless of  Halisi’s presence in Railroad Square, Florida A&M University senior […]

Lifestyles

SJGC grad releasing first comic book

Florida A&M University grad Jaylen Christie is set to release his first comic book, “Stink Bomb Man and The Brain Kids.” Scheduled to be released during Black History Month, “Stink Bomb Man and The Brain Kids” is a tale featuring three Black superheroes who work together to stop a nefarious […]

Sports

Alcorn edges FAMU men, 67-64

FAMU’s men’s basketball team came up short against the Alcorn State University Braves, with a final score of 67-64 at home.  Forward Jaylen Bates was the lead scorer racking up 15 points, seven rebounds and four assists. Louis-Jeune Hantz also swiped seven rebounds and 13 points.  Guard Byron Smith added […]

Lifestyles

What are Rattlers doing after graduation?

Many students find graduation to be an exciting moment, especially graduating from a university. That feeling when one knows they have achieved their purpose and friends, family, and loved ones come together to share the joyous occasion. An HBCU degree has given many people a good perspective. After someone receives […]

News

Bill seeks to limit minors’ social media use

Melinda Stanwood, a Leon County parent, has voiced her concerns about how social media is affecting her children. “My kids bring their phones to the dinner table, car, bedroom and bathroom. The addictiveness of social media cannot be understated,” Stanwood said. Social media has had an effect on children from […]

Sports

FAMU women fall to JSU

Florida A&M’s women’s basketball team suffered a 68-53 loss to the Jackson State Tigers this past Saturday. FAMU guard, Mide Oriyomi was the leading scorer of the night with 19 points, two steals and eight rebounds. Ahriahna Grizzle followed with eight points, two steals and three rebounds. Mikyah Mack, forward […]

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Prairie View to be 2023 Homecoming opponent

Football season will be here before you know it and this year the Rattlers are gearing up for another winning season. The 2023 fall football schedule was released last week and it features this year’s exciting matchups. With the addition of multiple transfer students and the continued leadership of coach […]