Due to the increase in sales and reported flu cases, local pharmacies in Tallahassee need more help dispersing flu shots. In September, Walgreens pharmacy sales increased 11.3 percent, according to a representative from the Walgreens Investor Relations department.There has been a 2.4 percent increase in sales due to seasonal flu […]
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SGA still open for stimulus package apps
Some Florida A & M students who applied for the Student Stimulus Package should receive their awards this week. Spearheaded by SGA President Gallop Franklin and Vice President Calvin Hayes, the stimulus package is to ease financial burdens for students. The screening committee has met the last few weeks to […]
Pink Tie Ball raises funds for cancer research
The SGA Office of the Surgeon General closed out National Breast Cancer Awareness Month by hosting the Pink Tie Ball, a formal attire event focused around breast cancer awareness Friday at the Southwood House. Florida A&M students enjoyed dinner and a live band during a program that featured facts about […]
Students donate plasma in exchange for cash
Some Florida A&M and local college students have chosen alternative means to earn money as the unemployment rate continues to rise. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the national unemployment rate has jumped to 9.8 million percent and the number of unemployed persons has increased from 7.6 million to […]
SACS deadline approaches once again
University officials and students are confident that Florida A&M will get good marks when the accreditation commission renders its verdict in four weeks. The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools is evaluating FAMU and will make its final decision Dec. 2 for the university’s accreditation. SACS is an organization that […]
Trick-or-Treat: Police have some tips to keep you safe this Halloween
With Halloween and trick-or-treating taking place on Saturday, the Tallahassee Police Department is making an effort to keep children safe by providing safety tips to parents and patrolling local neighborhoods. Tallahassee Police Department Officer Kathy McGhin cautions parents to know their children’s whereabouts, how they are getting back home and […]
University fundraising efforts appreciated at luncheon
The second annual Principal Investigation Appreciation Luncheon was held at Florida A&M’s central band room hall Tuesday. The primary focus of this event was starkly outlined in its slogan, “Enjoy A Long Productive Life.” The theme of the luncheon was a display appreciation for the painstaking and exhaustive fundraising efforts […]
Jones Hall up for renovation
Jones Hall science building will be renovated in the near future because of over due remodeling needs. According to Section Xl, Notices Regarding Bids, Proposals and Purchases of the Florida Department of Education, the building is “over due for a major remodeling to correct deficiencies in its major systems,” which […]
Homecoming boosts local business revenue
FAMU homecoming week brought back alumni, family members and Rattler fans from all over the nation, which stimulated Travelers coming to Tallahassee from out of town stayed at local hotels and ate at restaurants, which stimulated local economy because with each hotel room purchased, a local tax is assessed. Visitors […]
Nealy wins Joyner award for HBCU students and war veterans
FAMU student Afton Nealy is the first recipient of the Scholar of Honor scholarship sponsored by the Tom Joyner Foundation. Nealy was presented the scholarship check during the homecoming game by Oscar Joyner, president and chief operating officer of REACH Media, Inc. Nealy is a fourth-year business administration student from […]