July 2015 – Page 3 – Capital Outlook

Women Seek Help on Taking Control of Their Wellness

July 21, 2015

By Courtney Harris Outlook Writer Hundreds of women came to find out all they could about themselves – from how to diet to practicing good healthcare. This past Saturday, Capital Regional Medical Center held its annual Women’s Wellness Day, which attracted over 200 participants. The turnout

Local Foundation Pushes to Provide Water Relief in Haiti

July 21, 2015

By Andrew J. Mitchell, Jr. Outlook Writer While world figures are attempting to get millions of dollars in relief funding to assist residents of Haiti in their fight against the residual effects of an earthquake five years ago, a local organization is doing what it can

Mayor Gillum, Residents Show Pride in Festive Celebration of All-America Status at Cascades Park

July 21, 2015

By Janelle Floyd Outlook Writer Government officials threw a festive thank-you party that Mayor Andrew Gillum has been waiting for since Tallahassee was recognized as an All-America city a month ago. An estimated 300 residents showed up at Cascades Park to celebrate this past Saturday. “We’ve

Questions Remain as Construction Begins on Bridge

July 21, 2015

By LaDarius Calhoun Outlook Writer While construction is underway on a bridge some say could bring economic benefits as well as make downtown more aesthetically pleasing, the cost of the project is still being questioned. Construction on the bridge began June 15, nine days before city, county

City Commission Begins to Clear Path for Cyclists

July 21, 2015

By Giulia Marisco Outlook Writer The first phase of a plan to give people who use bicycles as a mode of transportation a clear path through areas of downtown, Florida State and Florida A&M universities, received the green light from Tallahassee city commissioners. The commission took the

Tallahassee Airport Reaches International Status

July 14, 2015

By Courtney Harris Outlook Writer Now that Tallahassee’s airport has its new international designation flying out of the city could be more affordable, especially for college students. Business owners at the airport also are expecting a bump in business because of the new designation. City officials announced

Thousands Pack Tom Brown Park for Annual ‘Celebrate America’

July 14, 2015

By James Celeste Outlook Writer Fourth of July celebrations took over Tom Brown Park Saturday night, as tens of thousands came out to celebrate Independence Day. With cloudy skies and a few weather delays, the show went on as Mother Nature allowed a spectacular showcase of colors

‘Who We Play For’ Started Local, Now Going International

July 14, 2015

By Christopher Bony Outlook Writer What started as a group of high school kids working to keep the memory of their close friend and teammate alive is now a movement for heart health that is growing larger one state at a time. They have formed

Church to Rebuild After Fire

July 14, 2015

By Christal Searcy Outlook Writer All that’s left besides rumble and ash of a Tallahassee church which has become an institution in the Bond Community is a sign that reads “thank you for your prayers, we will rebuild in Jesus’ name.” In a cruel twist of

Navy Veteran Introduces ‘Warriors at War Against Suicide’ Campaign

July 14, 2015

By Janelle Floyd Outlook Writer Chaplain Barbara A. Nollie, has officially launched a new campaign to fight a different war, suicide amongst veterans and military personnel. The Navy veteran’s kick-starter campaign ‘Operation: Warriors at War against Suicide,’ aims to “afford health and healing while addressing the emergent