Author: Kayla Lawson | Opinions Editor

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What Black Panther says about black unity

Black Panther movie poster. Photo credit: joblo.com Black people everywhere were more than excited when we heard there would be a superhero movie rich with African traditions and culture. The movie premiere weekend is the fifth highest grossing of all time, has managed to stay at the top of the box […]

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PrimeTime impresses every time

It was on a Monday night, with dozens of restaurants in town to choose from; that my taste buds led me to my favorite upscale sports bar with a twist. PrimeTime, a restaurant and sports lounge on West Tennessee Street, has come to be one of my personal favorite […]

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Spare the rod, support the child

As a child, I exhibited bad behavior verbally and physically, but my parents never punished me for it any form. Our household consisted of five kids in total combined through marriage and four residing in the home. My stepdad's initial form of punishment with his children was the traditional beating […]

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FAMU makes fundraising a priority for 2018

SBI Dean and VP of Advancement Dr. Friday-Stroud.   On Wednesday, Florida A&M’s Board of Trustees met up to discuss a new plan to increase funds at the university. Many students have felt school funds were a problem for FAMU and now full light is being shed on the idea […]

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Historic gas station becomes new place to hang out

Exxon Ad with famous slogan "Happy Motoring"  Photo credit: Flickr   A historic locally owned south-side business is holding a grand opening today,  and it is giving the greater FAMU área a new spot for some cool vibrations. Happy Motoring began generating plenty of buzz before today’s official opening. The bar is […]