Mormons vary in clothing, race and color. Outside of Doak Campbell Stadium is the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Inside the church are Mormon members that transcend the common presumption. Black Mormons. A black Mormon seems contradictory because of Mormon doctrine, but they have been around since […]
Author: Aaron Tillman
One More Reason to Unite
This wasn’t how I imagined spending my Classic weekend. Hundreds of frantic phone calls to friends, countless tears shed and questions later, students all over the campus of Florida A&M are mourning the sudden death of Marching ‘100′ drum major and student Robert Champion. This isn’t the first death of […]
Mexican Restaurant Benefits from New Location
Old restaurant reaps benefits of new location The smell of peppers and ground beef fill the room as one walks in. The sound of laughter and applause marinate the air as the servers entertain their guests. The newest El Jalisco’s location, a local Mexican restaurant has opened its doors for […]
Big Sales in Store for ‘Black Friday’
This “Black Friday,” Governor’s Square Mall is giving people more of an incentive to come out and shop. This year, not only will shoppers receive retailer discounts, but also free gifts from stores inside the mall is expected to draw even more shoppers. For every $100 spent that morning, the […]
Dwayne Scantlebury: Leading from the Middle
Dwayne Scantlebury has been playing soccer since he was eight years old. He played almost every position on the pitch, but likes playing center midfielder the most. From that position, he said, he can control how the game goes. “I can honestly play anywhere on the field,” said Scantlebury. “I […]
Cheap Travel Remains an Option even in Holidays
With the holiday season in full swing, the demand for cheap transportation is higher than ever for college students looking to save money. There are a few websites out there that aim to help students find discounts on airfare. Additionally, there are two different bus transportation services in Tallahassee available to help take students […]
Champion Family, White to sue FAMU
Nov. 29 Florida A&M President James Ammons pledges to institute “a complete culture change” at the university in the wake of the death of drum major Robert Champion several days ago. The death, which occurred in Orlando during Florida Classic weekend, has drawn national attention following conclusions by the Orange County […]
Public Employees Feel Safe with City Pension
City of Tallahassee employees can rest a little easier knowing Tallahassee has received an A rating on its pension plan in a recent study by the LeRoy Collins Institute (LCI). The LCI conducted research on pension plans for Florida’s 100 largest cities including Panama City, Miami and Gainesville. According to […]
Airports Announces Switch to Solar Power
The Tallahassee Regional Airport announced the installation of 176 solar panels and a solar photovoltaic system in the main terminal on Nov. 7. The solar panels are estimated to generate about 20 kilowatts of solar power a day. The energy created through solar panels will decrease the amount TLH pays for its electric bill. […]
Tallahassee’s ‘Junior League’ Wins Praise for Volunteer Efforts
The Junior League of Tallahassee was named the Outstanding Volunteer Philanthropic Organization by the Association of Fundraising Professionals Big Bend Chapter on Nov. 10, in honor of National Philanthropy Day. Each year, the AFP honors individuals and groups who have enhanced philanthropy in their communities and the world. R. Jai Gillum, an active member […]