Author: Bryan Smith

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FAMU Still Getting Implemented Into New Program

Courtesy of Tallahassee Democrat The Florida A&M [FAMU] Rattlers are still getting acquainted to the new system under Head Coach Alex Wood after an agonizing start to the season.  Last year under former head Coach Earl Holmes, FAMU applied a run heavy offensive scheme with a 3-4 defense, meanwhile, the […]

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Tallahassee’s Residence Inn makes $1.5 Million Upgrade

Residents traveling through Tallahassee will find their stay a bit more like home thanks to recent renovations. Residence Inn Tallahassee Universities at the Capitol recent renovations topped $1.5 million. The Inn, located at 600 W. Gaines St., is in the heart of the Gaines Street district. Jenny Dawson, sales executive […]

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Wall Expected To Keep Noise Controlled At Cascade Park

A big wall going up at Cascade Park has some residents relieved and some concerned. Costing more than $400, 000 the wall is expected to keep noise from Cascade Park at bay. The 30-Foot wall will be located on the parks south end between the CSX railroad tracks and Van […]

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Rattlers Still on the Hunt for First Win

Courtesy of Famu Athletics Florida A&M University [FAMU] Rattlers’ football team are having a bit of a challenge in securing their first win of the season.   The Rattlers’ are recovering from their fourth straight loss against the Tennessee State Tigers 30-14. Head Coach Alex Wood admits that it can […]

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The Maximum Trespassing Towing Fee Increases to more than $100

Individuals who illegally park in private lots should prepare to pay the consequences.  On Aug. 26, Tallahassee commissioners voted and approved to increase the maximum trespassing tow fee from $88 to $110. The last time commissioners pushed the price from $80 to $88 was in 2005.   Fourth-year elementary education […]

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Florida’s Drinking Water Infrastructure Calls For Attention

Over the next 20 years, Florida will need more than $16 billion in funding to maintain the existing drinking water infrastructure. As Florida’s water systems continue to age, more attention is being drawn to these antiquated pipe lines. Many different facets, such as the pollution of municipal water sources and […]

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School of Business & Industry Dean Emerita Dr. Sybil C. Mobley Dies at 89

Sybil Collins Mobley, Ph.D., Dean Emerita Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University School of Business and Industry October 14, 1925 – September 29, 2015 FAMU School of Business and Industry pioneer, Dr. Sybil C. Mobley, 89, died early Tuesday morning at Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare after a brief illness. Dr. Mobley began […]