Author: Melissa Brown

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Is the movie Ali the greatest?

Muhammad Ali is and forever will be the greatest. Too bad “Ali”, the movie does not live up to the name. The movie was intended to be an insightful look into Ali’s phenomenal life. Instead, it did more in giving its audience insight into Ali the fighter, not the man. […]

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Housing springs up on Wahnish

Looking for a place to stay where your class could be across the street? And no, it’s not a dormitory. It’s not even university housing. Hillside Apartments, located on the corner of Eugenia and Wahnish Way, have completed the first of several units and are ready to move in apartment […]

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Rattlers make reasonable resolutions for change change

At the beginning of each year so many students commit to changes and worthy goals to be accomplished in the next 12 months. But, they’re disappointed by the following Dec. 31, when they that achieving those goals is no more attainable than it was on Jan. 1. The problem with […]

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Award shows combine controversy and suspense

The sweet smell of recognition fills the air while an edgy music industry and the anxious city of Hollywood collectively hold their breath. This anticipation could only mean that the 2002 award season is well underway. From the American Music Awards to the Grammys, the pre-production of music award shows […]

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Cops battling petty crooks

Last semester FAMU was hit with a series of car break-ins and other delinquent acts. This semester FAMU Police are taking the safety of FAMU to a whole new level. “We’re taking all levels of accessibility and visibility to a new level,” said Assistant Police Chief John Earst for the […]

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Yearbooks delayed

he 2001 year has ended but students have no record of account, at least not as far as campus is concerned. The Little Black Book, the yearbook for the 2000-2001 school year, was delayed until after a meeting among the yearbook’s editor-in-chief, its adviser, Interim President Lewis and other university […]

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New cafe brews exotic coffee in town

For the hardcore coffee drinkers and those seeking a place to sit and chat, Tallahassee has not traditionally offered a cluster of outlets. Now within walking distance on Railroad Avenue, Javaheads, a holiday addition to the All Saints neighborhood, is serving Ethiopian Yirgacheffe and Columbian Supreme for students done for […]

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This week in sports history

This week in sports history: Jan. 13, 1999 – NBA: Michael Jordan retires from the league for the second time. Jan. 14, 1973 – NFL: The Miami Dolphins complete the only perfect season in league history by defeating the Washington Redskins in Super Bowl VII, 14-7. Jan. 15, 1967 – […]

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Florida intercollegiate: Men’s and women’s indoor track

Rattler runners successfully captured one first, three second and one third place finish Saturday in Gainsville. Marissa Uzoaru: 1st place high jump,Eric Ramsey: 2nd place 400m Tyrone Harris: 2nd place long jump, men’s 4×400 2nd place, Sherry Francis: 3rd place 55m hurdles.