Author: Mackenzie Turberville

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Reality shows not a reality

A recent AP-TV Guide poll found that four out of five Americans thought that there were too many reality shows on the air. You Think? Finally, we may be coming out on the other side of the TV wasteland that is reality TV. Maybe I will start to watch TV […]

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Students kicked out of reception

The State of the Black Student Summit panel discussion was an excellent event put on by our Student Government Association. The panelists were from a wide variety of fields, such as education, entertainment, politics and social sciences. At the conclusion of the summit, the announcement was made that everyone was […]

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Village to house transfers

The FAMU Housing department and some other construction companies are working diligently to renovate the Polkinghorne Village apartments for transfer students relocated to the University because of Hurricane Katrina. The University must create additional housing for the new students. The Office of Public Affairs said approximately 75 students were relocated […]

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Bush requests student meeting

During Wednesday’s senate meeting, an announcement regarding the governor of Florida was made, a financial aid bill was proposed, and five people were confirmed to the executive branch. Sen. Torey Alston, 21, took the floor during community forum, a time where guests and or members of the Student Government Association […]

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Rattlers look to prowl on FIU Golden Panthers

The Rattlers hope to reach their first winning record of the season, while the Golden Panthers of Florida International University hope to reach their first win in Saturday’s Orange Blossom Classic in Miami. In the second meeting between the two in-state rivals, the Rattlers hope to even the score on […]

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Griffey to go under the knife, after comeback

Four seasons, 444 games and 981 plate appearances. That’s how long it’s been since Ken Griffey Jr. hit at least 30 homeruns in a single season. Many critics across the nation have questioned The Kid’s ability to perform at an elite level. Once hailed as the chosen one to surpass […]

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Leon County teacher pay increase overdue

The Tallahassee Democrat reported Thursday that Leon County teachers would receive a retroactive pay raise and an improved health plan. Beginning teacher’s salaries will be increased from $29,000 to $30, 650 per year and current teachers’ increases will range from $1,650 to $2,800. Although this means that Leon County teachers […]

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New Orleans chief bails on residents

Just when we thought that the matters of New Orleans were resolved, another one arises. On Tuesday, N.O. Police Chief Eddie Compass stepped down from his position after 26 years on the police force. The reasons for his resignation are uncertain. Nevertheless, New Orleans is in dire need of a […]

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Professor juggles county, class

FAMU instructor and County Commissioner Dr. Bill Proctor said he tries to challenge his students “to have an awareness of their community and to know the importance of their role in community life.” Proctor, a native of Tallahassee, was raised by parents who thoroughly enforced reading. His mother was a […]

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The Life of Mary Church Terrell

You come from a wealthy background. Money and a good education have always been familiar to you. The twist is that you are a special case. The majority of your own ethnicity could not be further from prosperity and schooling. You have the task of choosing to continue life happily […]