Author: Carla L. Williams

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Harlem Nights offers Tallahassee a variety of music

On Nov. 12, Lil Man Entertainment continued to fulfill its mission of bringing quality entertainment to Tallahassee by hosting Harlem Nights. Harlem Nights is a monthly event filled with live music, spoken word and comedy. The event’s hosts were Cedric “Lil Man” Brinson, CEO of Lil Man Entertainment, and 96.1 […]

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Past bills reviewed at meeting

Topics discussed at Monday’s student Senate meeting included previously passed bills, university finances, upcoming events and cabinet confirmations. Senate President Ebony Manchion said because of the case with Mr. Florida A&M University, the senate recently had to amend Senate Bill 06F-002 and Senate Amendment 06F-001 concerning the minimum grade point […]

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Rattlers drop ball in last home game

There are times when the score of a game does not reflect a team’s performance. This was not the case for the Florida A&M University Rattlers as they limped their way to a 59-7 loss against the Hampton Pirates in their final home game of the season. The Rattlers were […]

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Take a stand against tow companies’ shady ways

Have you ever walked into the parking lot, grabbed your car keys and noticed your car is missing? You think to yourself, “was my car stolen?” But then it hits you; your car was towed.Tow truck companies are taking advantage of students in Tallahassee. It’s not the issue of parking […]

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Upgrades not related to accreditation visit

In response to your Nov. 3 story, “Pharmacy finalizes building plans in preparation for accreditation visit,” I would like to make it clear that the recent announcement to begin the planning process for Phase II of the new pharmacy building has no direct correlation to the Nov. 7-9 visit of […]

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Veterans Day is too often ignored

This weekend, Americans around the country paused to honor people who served their country in times of war. For some, Veterans Day was nothing more than a day off, to catch up on sleep, do homework or just party. Despite your personal feelings on war, the men and women who […]

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An open letter to Ward Connerly

On Nov. 7, Michigan residents voted yes to Proposal 2, which ended affirmative action in public hiring, education and contracting. What may be surprising is the measure was spearheaded by Ward Connerly, a black millionaire businessman born in Louisiana. I won’t defend or attack his actions, but I’d like to […]

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Not every vote counts if they are not counted

Each election year, stories abound about people somehow being disenfranchised. For those of us who actually make it to the now electronic booths on lunch breaks, between classes or despite life in general to cast our vote, wouldn’t it be nice to know that our efforts get us more than […]

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Lady Rattlers defeat Lions for first win

With help from its freshmen, the Florida A&M University Lady Rattlers basketball team won its opening game 86-61 against the St. Leo University Lions Friday at Gaither Gym. Freshman forward Secrett Anderson led FAMU with 17 points. Freshman forward Kirsten Stallings and sophomore guard Deidra Jones paced the team with […]

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Injuries prove costly in conference loss

The Florida A&M University football team entered Saturday night’s contest without several key defensive starters: linebackers Vernon Wilder, Michael McMillan, and Dannel Shepard and defensive end Tyrone McGriff. However, the head count for injuries did not just stop there. It went on to include quarterback Albert Chester II, defensive back […]