The Orlando Magic’s director of business development and legislative affairs presented “Life Lessons for Success, Leadership and Character” in Lee Hall on Wednesday. Lucas Boyce discussed what he called seven decisions for leadership. Each point began with the word “decide.” “My mother was a call girl,” Boyce said. “She had […]
Author: Dominique Moody
Watch what you’re watching
With only a handful of television networks dominating the news industry, it's hard not to speculate whether the public is viewing a diverse selection of newsworthy material. News media outlets may have evolved, allowing us to reap the benefits of technology, but the competitive nature of journalism has become like […]
Lady Rattlers outperform Lady Dolphins
The Lady Rattlers improved to 15-21 with a solid mid-week win over the Jacksonville University Lady Dolphins, 7-3, at the JU Softball Complex. The Lady Rattlers stormed out to a 2-0 lead in the top of the first when freshman catcher Denise Anderson got an RBI single. The Lady Rattlers scoring would continue in the second […]
Concert fails to draw FAMU students
When Donald Glover, also known as Childish Gambino, released his sophomore studio album “Because of the Internet” in December 2013, fans anticipated a tour. The Deep Web Tour kicked off February 28, and on April 4, made its stop in Tallahassee. In my opinion, Childish Gambino is a well-known rapper. […]
Rattlers claim weekend series 2-1 vs. Savannah State
The Rattlers struck early and late as they won their weekend series against the Savannah State University Tigers. After trailing 3-0 through four innings, the Rattlers (15-20) stormed back with five runs of their own in the bottom of the fourth to take a 5-3 lead. But the Tigers (13-24) answered […]
Rally demands solar energy legislation
The Solar Uprising rally was a sight to see on the Capitol steps Thursday. The Southern Alliance for Clean Energy hosted the rally to raise awareness on the importance of solar power. Stephen Smith, executive director of the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy, said burning coal and gas for energy creates air […]
Student launches college web series
A Florida A&M student has created a web series based on the overall undergraduate experience of students at historically black colleges and universities. “Undergrad Chronicles” is a story of eight students trying to make it through their junior year of college while also dealing with issues in their personal lives. […]
New Leaf hosts motivational health workshop
The New Leaf Market Co-op hosted a workshop on Tuesday for Tallahassee residents who want to live a healthier lifestyle. Mandi Johnson, a fitness trainer from Jacksonville, spoke about healthy eating habits, exercise, healthy goal setting and motivating people. Johnson said she hopes the people who attended the event gained […]
Kellen Winslow Sr. introduced as AD
Florida A&M is raising the bar. The university introduced its new athletic director at a press conference Wednesday. Hall-of-fame expectations are synonymous with the name Kellen Winslow Sr., and that’s what the new hire brings to FAMU. The former director of planning and business at Disney’s Wide World of Sports […]
Alcohol Awareness month begins
The month of April is aimed at educating and raising awareness about alcohol abuse. The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependencesponsors Alcohol Awareness Month, which was created to reduce the stigma and encourage communities to focus on alcoholism and alcohol-related issues since April 1987. This April, the NCADD is specifically targeting the […]