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“Dare to Struggle, Dare to Win”: FAMU Students Join the Nation’s March for Nolan Wells

A student holds a sign reading “#My Life Matters” during protest at the Florida State Capitol on Oct. 16 (Justin Jordan / FAMUAN) Passion erupted on the campus of Florida A&M University and on the front lawn of the Florida State Capitol as FAMU students joined a nation-wide series of protests that began after a Mississippi grand jury stated there was no evidence to support criminal indictments in the case of 18-year-old Nolan Wells.

Tallahassee, FL · 12d

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FAMU students weigh their role in Tallahassee’s future

FAMU students Jerome Williams (left) and Michael Hargrove pose with an “I Voted” sign outside a polling location at Florida A&M University. (Nia Sessions/The FAMUAN ) Safety, affordability and a desire to be heard give Florida A&M University students reasons to care about local elections, even as some question whether elected officials prioritize their needs.

Tallahassee, FL · 12d

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FAMU students head to the polls in Florida Gubernatorial Race following town hall meetings

Just weeks after political candidate town halls brought high-profile campaign stops directly to campus, the FAMU community casts their ballots for Florida’s next governor. As voters lined up across precincts in Leon County, where election data from LeonVotes.gov shows 184,523 active registered voters heading into the election, the contrast in candidate engagement and policy priorities stood at the forefront of students’ minds.

Florida · 11d

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LIVESTREAM NCAA FCS: Southern University Jaguars @ Florida A&M Rattlers, Oct. 31, 20:00 CET (8 pm, 3 pm ET)

The Florida A&M Rattlers (2–6) return home to Bragg Memorial Stadium in Tallahassee, Florida, on Saturday, October 31, to face the visiting Southern University Jaguars (3–5) in a Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) showdown between two teams looking to rebound from narrow defeats and revive their conference championship hopes.

Tallahassee, FL · 15d

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FAMU enhances security at home games, on campus and reduces tailgate lot hours for Saturday’s match

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - Florida A&M University plans to enhance security at home games, on campus and reduce tailgate lot hours for Saturday’s match against the Southern Jaguars. Specifically, there will be an increased law enforcement presence from the Tallahassee and FAMU police departments, Florida Highway Patrol, Leon County...

Tallahassee, FL · 17d

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Crawfordville Elementary teacher named WCTV, Addition Financial ‘Teacher of the Month’

Angela Cringan has been a teacher for over 20 years. She is thoughtful about her classroom’s needs and creates a welcoming environment for all of her students.

Crawfordville, FL · 16d

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Florida State University to debut first-ever drone show during Clemson game-day festivities

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - Florida State University will debut its first-ever drone show during its football match against Clemson Saturday, according to the athletic department. The show is part of an expanded game-day experience featuring Halloween activities, military tributes and a celebration of Seminoles legend Peter Warrick. Dubbed “Operation Garnet...

Tallahassee, FL · 17d

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Leon schools board OKs superintendent authority for fund transfers with notice

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- For years, Leon County Schools district has temporarily borrowed money from one fund to cover expenses in another, including employee payroll. The money is eventually repaid, and district officials say the transfers help keep payroll and other expenses covered during months when revenue is low, with repayment made as additional funding comes in.

Tallahassee, FL · 17d

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FAMU alumni encourage students to embrace career changes and find their voices

Arnika Jackson, Carole Sykes, Shayla Cannady, Tamara Blount, Ferrisa Connell, Calvin Sykes, and Navael Fontus stand together to take a photo after ‘Proceeding Through the Pivot’ panel (Myrthel Michel / FAMUAN) Florida A&M University journalism alumni returned to campus Thursday, Oct. 22 with advice for students preparing to...

Tallahassee, FL · 17d

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'Without our knowledge': Leon County Schools admits moving money without board approval

Just weeks after borrowing $30 million to cover payroll, Leon County Schools officials acknowledged they have been transferring money between district funds without obtaining authorization required by state law. The revelation sparked a heated School Board showdown over financial oversight, transparency and whether additional borrowing could be necessary. TALLAHASSEE, Fla....

Leon County, FL · 18d

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FAMU students want a champion in the governor’s mansion

The exterior of the Florida State Capital Complex in Tallahassee, Fla. (Adam McCullough / Adobe Stock) As students prepare to vote for a new governor in the Nov. 3 General election, Florida A&M University students are asking for a leader who will invest in them and their future. In speaking...

Tallahassee, FL · 18d

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Tallahassee law firm surprises local elementary students with free Halloween costumes for sixth year

NORTHWEST TALLAHASSEE, FL (WTXL) — Students at Kate Sullivan Elementary got a spooky surprise Wednesday, as they were given the chance to pick out their very own Halloween costumes ahead of the holiday. WATCH FULL REPORT BELOW:. From Spider-Man to mermaids, the options were far and wide as students...

Tallahassee, FL · 17d

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Florida Seniors Face New Early Decision Option

For many high school seniors, choosing college is a big decision. The University of Florida (UF) and Florida State University (FSU) are introducing early decision for fall 2027 applicants. While the new admissions pathway lets applicants receive decisions sooner, it also requires students to commit to the college if accepted.

Tallahassee, FL · 17d

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Leon County’s student recruitment effort nets 12 paid returns from a list of 619

LEON COUNTY, Fla. -- Leon County Schools’ effort to bring students back to the district — and recapture the state funding tied to enrollment — has so far produced 12 verified qualifying returns under a contract with an outside recruitment company, but the company says the early numbers don’t tell the whole story.

Leon County, FL · 18d

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Playoff bound: four Big Bend football teams make SSAA postseason

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - The road to The Villages is set for four Big Bend high school football teams in the Sunshine State Athletic Association (SSAA). The organization released its playoff brackets Sunday. Maclay earned the number one seed in the 11-Man North Division by way of their perfect 9-0...

Tallahassee, FL · 20d

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Kickoff time, TV channel announced for FSU vs Boston College

The FSU Seminoles and Boston College Eagles will have an early start time on Saturday, Nov. 7, in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. The ACC announced on Monday that the game will start at noon ET and air on the ACC Network. FSU leads the all-time series 16-6 against the Eagles, including a 9-3 record at Alumni Stadium. The Seminoles have won three consecutive road games against Boston College, with the last meeting taking place in 2023. Boston College did beat FSU 28-13 in 2024 in Tallahassee. The Seminoles have not won on the road since the 2023 season, dropping their last 12 true road games. They did take the Miami Hurricanes to double-overtime two weeks ago, but they were unable to pull off the upset. Florida State (3-4, 1-3 ACC) will host the Clemson Tigers on Saturday night before the game against the Eagles. Clemson (4-3, 2-2) lost to the Virginia Tech Hokies 20-16 last weekend, with FSU enjoying its final bye of the season. They are 1-1 on the road this season, losing to the LSU Tigers and beating the Cal Golden Bears. Boston College (4-3, 2-2) will play the Duke Blue Devils this weekend. The Eagles are on a

Tallahassee, FL · 20d

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West Bainbridge Primary hosts Literacy on the Lawn

West Bainbridge Primary students and parents lounged on the lawn for a morning of reading and other activities during the school’s Literacy on the Lawn event on Wednesday. The event […]

Decatur County, GA · 20d

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Florida A&M University's Homecoming Fashion Show Brought Black Excellence to the Land of Oz

Florida A&M University Homecoming is unlike any other. From the never-ending weeklong festivities to the strong alum presence, this one week is the experience of a lifetime. Part of the celebrations is an annual fashion and art show, where students have the opportunity to creatively direct and own the runway. Previous shows’ themes explored fashion in unconventional ways, like last year’s show, which combined musical genres with style and trends.

Tallahassee, FL · 20d