August 2016 – Page 5 – Capital Outlook

After dueling conventions, knowledge Trumps ignorance

August 9, 2016

By George E. Curry George Curry Media At the Democratic National Convention last week, Hillary Clinton and her supporters were too kind by simply saying: Love Trumps Hate. It’s a matter that extends far beyond the concept of love. It would have been more accurate to have said: Knowledge Trumps

Clinton is the clear choice in November

August 9, 2016

By Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. George Curry Media This has been a negative political season. It’s time to stop the insults. Let’s stop the negative branding. Let’s stop the negativity and name-calling and get on with a real debate about the real issues facing the American people and our future.

How much do Black children’s lives matter?

August 9, 2016

By Marian Wright Edelman George Curry Media Four little girls were changing into choir robes and chatting in a church restroom preparing for the Youth Sunday services at 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Ala. on September 15, 1963. At 10:22 a.m., a bomb previously hidden under the church

Former Noles participate in Jaguars’ and Buccaneers’ training camps

August 9, 2016

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FAMU/Lincoln High School class of 1959 held its Annual Scholarship Awards Luncheon

August 9, 2016

Special to the Outlook FAMU/Lincoln High School class of 1959 held its Annual Scholarship Awards Luncheon on June 3, 2016 at Logan’s Steakhouse. The scholarship is offered to any graduating high school senior who is in good standing, and has a grade point average of 2.5 or above. This

The Showoff all-stars take flight

August 9, 2016

Special to the Outlook First on the agenda: the Las Vegas Classic held July 19-21. Feeling confident and true to their name, they showed up and showed off. The 14U team battled their way through the Classic and finished strong in second place. The 12U team could not be

Stairway to Health:City of Tallahassee uses art to inspire and encourage exercise

August 9, 2016

By Heather Teter Special to the Outlook Several months ago, the employee stairwell in Tallahassee’s City Hall could easily be described as ordinary. It was beige, uninspiring and rarely saw any foot traffic. Looking past the stairwell’s drab appearance, however, City Commissioner Nancy Miller and local teenager Maia Hannahs

AN OVERNIGHT EXPERIENCE

August 9, 2016

[subtitle] 100 Black Men of Tallahassee, Inc. hosts FREE Summer Success Academy [/subtitle] Special to the Outlook Again this year, the 100 Black Men of Tallahassee, Inc. (100 BMOTA) will provide two and a half days of activities for young men, Aug. 9, 10, and 11, to prepare them to

Mosquito-borne Zika cases confirmed in Florida

August 9, 2016

By Jim Saunders The News Service of Florida Florida’s worries about the Zika virus have turned into reality. In the middle of the state’s typically humid, buggy summer, Gov. Rick Scott announced Friday that four Zika cases in South Florida were likely caused by mosquito bites. “All

Spiritually speaking: Faith is a verb

August 9, 2016

By James Washington NNPA Scripture says you should live your life in such a way that those around you can see the Jesus in you. “In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.” Matthew 5:16.