Today many people have lost all respect for police officers. While there are many officers of the law that are actually doing their jobs, there still exist a select few who feel that they are above the law. Police officers are held to a high standard, which is to protect […]
Author: The Editorial Board
Recovery crews race elements to retrieve airplane wreckage
The remains of 15 people have been recovered from the wreckage of Flight 3407, authorities said Sunday as crews raced to finish their work before a snowstorm arrives later in the week. Workers were back at the site at dawn Sunday, trying to retrieve remains of the 49 people aboard […]
Job future worries graduates
The shaky job market is an issue for many local job seekers, including graduating students. Manufacturing layoffs and the significant reduction in construction contributed to Leon county’s unemployment rate of 5.4 percent, according to talgov.com, Tallahassee’s homepage. Though Leon County has one the lowest rates of Florida counties, the number […]
First lady, leading fashion icon
The red and black dress Michelle Obama wore on election night led so many women to admire her as a fashion icon. The stunning red dress she wore on her first visit to the White House defined her sense of fashion. The unforgettable ensemble she wore on inauguration day, which […]
Green trip may be in jeopardy
Members of the FAMU Green Coalition have unexpectedly found themselves needing money to make their trip to the Power Shift summit in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 27. More than 10,000 college students from around the country are expected to attend this environmental summit FAMU wanted to participate in. Last Thursday, […]
SBI on the way to accreditation
Chief executive of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business dismissed the notion that exclusive programs developed by founding dean Sybil Mobley will be cut if the School of Business and Industry receives accreditation. “Our purpose is to enhance curriculums,” said John Fernandez, chief executive of AACSB. “SBI already […]
V-Day Messages
Students from all over campus share messages to the ones they love. It’s Valentine’s Day and everyone wants the special people in their lives to receive the admiration and recognition they deserve. To all my wonderful friends:Koki, Gloria, Kiara, Jasmine, Janae, Cherita and Shalonda, I hope you have a great […]
Best And Worst Love Songs
1. “You” | Jesse Powell “No matter what, that song makes me feel good, and that’s how I want someone to make me feel.” – Sheerie Edwards 2.”Sweet Love” | Anita Baker “This song is what a love song is all about. It’s a classic..”. – Monique Smith 3.”Song for […]
Goodwill sees more activity
Within the past few months, Goodwill Industries International has seen quite a flurry of activity. There has been a hike in sales and drop in donations. According to Big Bend Goodwill’s marketing director Brooke Lochore, February sales have increased significantly. “February is usually our down month, however seventeen of […]
Trustees face grim budget
A possible $17.5 million could be cut from the university’s budget, President James Ammons announced Thursday at the Board of Trustees meeting. Florida A&M University Chief Financial Officer Teresa Hardee made a presentation to the trustees Wednesday to breakdown future cuts and how it will effect the university. She […]