Tallahassee Democrat

In the wake of Hurricane Debby’s sideswipe of Leon County this week, the Harry Chapin Food Bank in southwest Florida has stepped up to assist locally with disaster relief efforts.

The confinement of the COVID-19 pandemic allowed then-kindergartener Vivan Mulay to discover a newfound interest in chess that has led him to winning tournaments on the national stage and competing on the global level. 

As the new academic year approaches with a start date of Aug. 12, Leon County students and their parents are in the thick of preparing for the back-to-school reality.

Week five of ABC’s The Bachelorette in Auckland, New Zealand kicked off with Tallahassee fan-favorite John Mitchell reflecting on the emotions in the house, as it picked back up right before last week’s anticipated rose ceremony.

National fitness operation Workout Anytime is on the hunt for the perfect location to introduce its business in the Big Bend, and recently representatives have been working with local brokers to find the right spot.

Creatives searching for an effective method to advance their message are fueling the expansion of social media in the digital era with podcasts as their top choice.

As their time in Australia concluded, Jenn Tran and the remaining 12 gentlemen, including Tallahassee's very own John Mitchell, took on a new location in the stunning city of Auckland, New Zealand during week 4 of ABC's "The Bachelorette."

About 15 years ago, Adrian Fogelin was helping one of her friends sell pottery at the Downtown Market, when she saw Craig Reeder busking on a street nearby. 

Nature took an unexpected turn Saturday with a brewing thunderstorm, causing the team at Tallahassee Downtown Improvement Authority to pivot and reschedule the "Tallahassee locals showcase" for the Downtown Concert Series, scheduled for that evening.

Following their first week in Australia, Week 3 of ABC's "The Bachelorette" continues with Miami's Jenn Tran and the remaining 15 Jenn-tlemen – including a former Tallahassee resident – competing for her love in the vibrant city of Melbourne.

A free Community Job and Resource Fair hosted by The Gadsden County Probation Office is coming to Quincy in August.

In just a couple weeks, Tallahassee alternative pop singer Kanise will be moving to Atlanta, a step she hopes will propel her musical career forward. 

As week two of ABC’s “The Bachelorette” headed into the final rose ceremony, Tallahassee viewers anxiously waited to see if local contestant John Mitchell would finally get some one-on-one time with Jenn Tran.

Amid ongoing recovery efforts from the May 10 tornadoes, now classified as a major disaster by President Biden, the Federal Emergency Management Agency has launched a free legal help hotline for Leon County residents.

The Tesla Cybertruck is the new spaceship-looking automobile taking the streets, and social media, by storm.

At 8 years old, Paige Nodarse was invited to a roller derby bout by her afterschool teacher, who was a player for Tallahassee RollerGirls. This game would change Paige's life.

Miami's Jenn Tran is making “Bachelorette” history Monday night as the first Asian-American lead in the show’s 22-year run.

Fifteen students made history last week as the inaugural graduating class in Tallahassee of Construction Ready's First Construction Industry Pre-Apprenticeship program.

Almost 50 years ago, the Courtney family moved to Florida from Findlay, Ohio, with the idea already in mind to open a vintage resale shop.

Following a successful event during Heart Health Month in January, members of Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church's health ministry saw the need to educate the men of their congregation about their health.

Almost two months have passed since the May 10 tornadoes, but many impacted residents are now seeking assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

After seven years of reconnecting disconnected youth to educational and employment opportunities, the city's innovative TEMPO program will continue its streak of annual milestones with its largest graduating class since its inauguration.

Rapunzel, Rapunzel let your bundles flow.  A Tallahassee teen is now a contributing entrepreneur to the billion dollar industry that is Black hair, which includes natural hair products, relaxers, and different types of extensions, like hair bundles, with her new business, Sairen Hair Co.

A world with no internet or cellular service is almost unimaginable in the dawn of the digital age. But given the unforeseen circumstances of any natural disaster, it’s important to know about other ways to communicate without these entrusted devices.

For the next generation of dreamers and lawmakers, the most important thing in their lives right now is building their educational backgrounds to better equip themselves for the success that lies ahead.

After four decades of business, a Tallahassee pawn shop owner has made the decision to close permanently after last month's tornadoes left his business with a dislodged roof and damages that were far beyond immediate repair.

Let the church bells ring and angels sing. 

The dawn of a new fitness frenzy is soon to be on the horizon in the capital with the arrival of Amped Fitness.

Life doesn’t exist without death as its equal. 

Splish, splash, the pools are back.

For the last 142 years, St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church has given back to the Tallahassee community by way of donations, service, and outreach.

No parent wants to see their child struggle with bullies. Almost five years ago, Justin Sewards and his wife were having concerns about their twin sons, Aiden and Corbin, facing troubling encounters with some of their peers at school.

Tallahassee Nights Live, considered one of the most popular live musical ensembles in the city, is no stranger to performing under the stage lights of venues throughout the southeast.

The Legal Aid Foundation is bringing its Mobile Law Clinic to the Lawrence-Gregory Community Center, 1115 Dade St., noon-2 p.m. on May 8. Leon County's Promise Zone and low-income residents will have the opportunity to receive free legal consultations in civil matters.

Alas, the end of the tunnel nears for the Class of 2024. In Tallahassee, a city home to three higher education institutions, a culture surrounding celebratory traditions has been cultivated in the months leading to graduation. 

When revving engines and rhyming words meet, nothing but a fun time aligns with them at the intersection.

Imagine getting paid for professional development, before you earn your high school diploma or college degree. For 27 young people looking further into their life paths, the opportunity is here – and it’s here now.

Turn the tunes down and turn your listening ears up, because harmonies and melodies are only the first step in making money from music.

For those of you who have always considered having one of those cute four-legged companions, who live in your house rent free but give you unconditional love in the best way they know how, Best Friends Animal Society says the time is now to adopt.

Tallahassee has proven that Mother Nature can't match the force of gospel music. Three years ago, national gospel star Todd Dulaney was set to perform at the Cascades Park with the praise team from Tallahassee’s Family Worship and Praise Center. But then inclement weather forced a relocation to The Moon.

Healthcare professionals at Doctor’s Memorial Hospital in Taylor County are being thrust into the spotlight for their impressive performance last August when Hurricane Idalia disrupted life in that rural community.

As spring break nears, many Leon County students eagerly look forward to a long-awaited time off from a semester’s worth of academia.

Florida A&M University graduates continue thriving long after their time on “The Hill.” Michael Lee, a 1998 graduate of FAMU’s School of Journalism & Graphic Communication newspaper journalism program (FAMU SJGC), was recently recognized for his work with The Washington Post as an integral part of producing one their latest award winning projects.  

On Thursday, December 22, the Dallas-Fort Worth chapter of the FAMU National Alumni Association hosted a fundraiser viewing event for “The Color Purple” at Look Dine-In Cinemas. Current students, alumni and their families gathered for a time of camaraderie and fellowship before the screening.

Grab your mittens and hot cocoa! The holiday season is right around the corner, and college students all over the country are looking forward to going home and spending time with their loved ones over break. At Florida A&M University, many students are looking forward to a three-week break after finals and a kickstart at the Celebration Bowl against the Howard University Bisons in Atlanta on Dec. 16.

Florida A&M University graduates continue thriving long after their time on “The Hill.”

The Official Bag Collection has seen an immense amount of success since its launch three years ago. The man behind the brand is none other than Florida A&M University alum Eugene Jacobs III, who left his undergraduate years with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a minor in criminal justice.

FAMU students Lucid Luunar and AntMann are back with “Hidden In Plain Sight” at an all new location in Railroad Square.

After a revitalizing winter break, Florida A&M University students are ready to spring into a new semester! The anticipation for TEDxFAMU is filling the Hill amidst announcing the event’s speakers. The wait has ended, as the event will take place on January 22 at 3 p.m. In more news, ticket sales have officially begun!

From "The Tribe Issue" - page 22

Unlike many major cities like New York or Los Angeles, Tallahassee isn’t recognized for its budding music scene. Many young people travel to the city every year to pursue their higher education degrees. 

On Saturday September 17, members of Tallahassee’s music community gathered together for a time of fellowship to showcase and appreciate all of the talent the city has to offer. Organized by local artist, Kanise,“Tallahassee vs. The World” was created in order to choose the final artist for the “Tally vs. The World” cover, a XXL-inspired photoshoot dedicated to the up and coming talent in the area. The event was hosted at “The Puff,” a local smoke shop, during their back to school event.

Our predecessors lived in an era where they’ve witnessed some of the most notable speeches in history.  From Nelson Mandela’s ‘I’m Prepared to Die’, Martin Luther King Jr’s ‘I Have a Dream’ and more recently Barack Obama’s ‘Yes We Can’ speech, we have been moved by the words of those whose ideas we respect for as long as we can remember.

It’s the middle of August and Rattlers across the country are looking forward to a safe and exciting return to the Highest of Seven Hills. With the first week of classes quickly approaching, it’s imperative that students, new and old, have an idea of what to expect so that they can ensure a successful fall semester. 

To be queer in the late 19th century was an identity that many who were a part of the LGBTQ+ community were not open about because of the discrimination and prejudice surrounding homosexuality. Across the world, many people were forced to hide one of the most precious pieces of who they are and one of the most important factors of human life: who and how they loved. 

This fall marked three years since the freshman class of 2020 began their journey through the secondary education system. Many are looking forward to graduation in December or during spring of 2024.

In a recent interview with Yandy Smith at the 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards, the City Girls announced for the first time that the release of their upcoming album “R.A.W.”  would be just a little over a week later on Oct. 20. While excited, many fans expressed shock over the sudden announcement. The last album released by the Miami rap duo was three years ago in 2020.

Florida A&M University’s  Office of Student Affairs has been busy prepping for this year’s annual Parents and Family weekend. The three-day event is scheduled to take place from today through Sunday. While in previous years, the theme has ranged from “Vegas” to “Rattler Rodeo” to “Mardi Gras,” students and their loved ones can look forward to this year’s “Return of the Disco.”

After moving to Tallahassee from her hometown of Boston, Mass., Sheena Thompson quickly began making a name for herself in the realm of business and entrepreneurship. Both of Thompson’s parents are graduates of Florida A&M University, and when they decided to move back to Tallahassee, so did she.

Florida A&M University students returned to campus for the first full week of classes after Hurricane Idalia swept across Florida, causing several delays. But what better way is there to kick off that true first weekend other than attending the very first Set Friday of the school year?

In the eyes of those around her, Nike Young has always been a star.

Adrian “AD” Dickey was once simply a kid in Tallahassee who grew up with a love for music.