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New Ballot Proposal for Medical Marijuana

Two Florida lawmakers made a proposal to allow terminally ill patients to get medical marijuana Wednesday. Senator, Rob Bradley, (R-Fleming Island) and Representative. Matt Gaetz (R-Fort Walton Beach), held a conference to announce their proposal, which will be considered for the 2016 legislative session. Gaetz expressed that lawmakers refuse to […]

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State Lawmakers hear Residents concerns

Leon County residents voiced their concerns and discussed the upcoming legislative session to state lawmakers Monday at the county commission chambers. The legislative delegation meeting provided elected officials and the community an opportunity to inform state representatives what should be the main focus for lawmakers this upcoming session. Rep., Alan Williams,  who was […]

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LGBT Rights for Foster Youth

The Department of Children and Families are making it suitable for all children, regardless of their sexual identity, to be protected while under the state's care. The main objective is to bring uniformity to foster homes. According to AdoptKidsUs.Org, more than 250,000 children in the U.S. enter the foster care […]

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Floridians for Solar Choice Make Strides for Alternative Energy

Floridians could soon have a choice when it comes to their  electricity. In August, the solar power supporter group known as Floridians for Solar Choice collected more than 100,000 signatures to have their case heard in court. Floridians for Solar Choice wants businesses to sell up to two megawatts of […]

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Labor Day Enlightenment

Courtesy of alllatesthdimages.com As the weekend approaches, commuters traveling for Labor Day can be happy about their last summer vacation. Low prices at the pumps could make this holiday weekend busier than usual.This is the first time in the past decade,the average price for a gallon of gas is below […]

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Florida’s First Female Auditor General

For the first time in Florida‘s history, the state has swore in the first female State Auditor General on Wednesday, July 1. Sherrill Norman, has more than 25 years of experience under her belt. She will be replacing David Martin, who became the General Auditor in October 2007. The Joint […]

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J-School Journals Comes back to Lee Hall

Florida A&M School of Journalism & Graphic Communication will be hosting J-School Journals, a series of documentaries produced by journalism students, at Lee Hall Auditorium Saturday at 4pm. Eight students were selected to premier their films on controversial issues affecting our communities. J-School Journals is apart of the week-long event […]

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FAMU Homecoming Brings the Laughs at Comedy Show

Rattlers filled Al Lawson Multipurpose Center with laughter for the homecoming comedy show. Rattler homecoming spirit was in the air as Dj Loosekid ramped up the crowd with the latest hits in music. This year’s annual comedy show was hosted by LiL Man. The lineup opened up with Lav Luv, […]

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Rattler 5K Run Strides for Breast Cancer Awareness

D.A. Robin; 10/25/2014@ FAMU Park Jamie Hamilton celebrates after finishing Florida A&M's Rattler 5K Run. As the sweat drips down his face, Jamie Hamilton’s arms spring up as he crossed the pink and white finish line. Hamilton smelt the taste of victory as he finished the first Rattler Run walk […]

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The Unsocial Norm of Art

The FSU Museum of Fine Arts “What Forever Feels Like: Artist &Autism” is on display. The exhibit showcases art from the Autism Institute. “What Forever Feels Like: Artist&Autism” centers on personal emotions expressed through art. Center for Autism and Related Disabilities patients use their creativity in an art contest. According […]