Barbara McGarrah has cultivated a loyal following at her shop in The Cottages at Lake Ella. Shay Simon | The Famuan “This came about through the grace of God. I never thought I would ever be in business, especially not for something like peanut brittle,” Barbara McGarrah, a black female entrepreneur, […]
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Willie Simmons looks to stay undefeated against a tough rival
With one conference win underneath his belt, head coach Willie Simmons seems to have the Rattlers headed in the right direction as they look to remain undefeated in conference play against North Carolina Central. Florida A&M will matchup against a team who has produced one of the top records in […]
Amendment 4 could restore the right to vote for thousands in Florida
Young woman advocating for felons rights restorations. Photo Courtesy of Google Images The United States Constitution grants every citizen the right to vote. While this right is inherently bestowed upon every citizen, there are many who have been stripped of this right. Ncsl.org reports that over the past few decades […]
Katt Williams receives backlash over hateful comments about comedian Tiffany Haddish.
Courtesy of Google Images. Katt Williams was found hating on comedian and actress Tiffany Haddish on Sept. 14, while appearing on V-103’s Frank and Wanda Morning Show. Williams mentioned other comedians in his rant such as Kevin Hart, Jerrod Carmichael, and Hannibal Buress, however he was very perturbed over Haddish […]
FAMUINFO offers Stand Your Ground advice, students react
Screenshot from the Twitter post earlier this month of a man pulling a gun on four FAMU students. The video went viral. Angel Miller | The Famuan On the evening of Sept, 7, four male FAMU students went to visit a friend at Stadium Centre. What was supposed to be a […]
FAMU student conducts groundbreaking research in Central America
Terrius Bruce picking through a coarse woody debris sample for macro-invertebrates. Terrius Bruce | The Famuan Terrius Bruce, an environmental studies major at Florida A&M, was one of 30 students from across the country chosen to participate in the Research Experience for Undergraduates from underrepresented minority students. This summer program is funded […]
Freshman 15: Myth or reality?
It's common for the scale to start showing bigger numbers during your college years. Photo Courtesy of Google Images. Many incoming freshmen have been warned about the “Freshman 15” before going off to college. Is this stigma of college students packing on 15 pounds during their first year a myth […]
Anticipation mounts for FAMU homecoming
Homecoming is a special time at FAMU. Sydne Vigille | The FAMUAN Every year Florida A&M University's (FAMU) homecoming brings in thousands of of people, and it seems that this year will be no different. FAMU’s 2018 homecoming lineup has many people around the town talking about the upcoming events. From […]
Webcast Sept. 26, 2018
Watch News 20 at 5 LIVE on Channel 20 in the North Florida and South Georgia region. Bringing you the latest news LIVE every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Production by School of Journalism and Graphic Communication students. Watch News 20 recap here: https://youtu.be/eFLPKHfWOv4 Wednesday, September 26, 2018 show […]
Sip & Shop caters to FAMU students, alumnae
Lady Luck Boutique storefront Photo submitted by Shavell Martin Just three months after the 8th year anniversary of Lady Luck Boutique, owner Tiffany Hadley continues her annual tradition: Sip and Shop. The Oct. 5 event caters to Florida A&M University students, alumni and women all over who would like to engage […]