August 2018 – Capital Outlook

Marshal Matt Dillon to the rescue

August 29, 2018

Ask Judge Smith By Layne Smith Special to the Outlook Q: Judge Smith, what is the difference between the police and the sheriff, and what is their authority for making arrests? Thank you, Charles. A: Charles, police officers are employed by city governments, and sheriffs and their deputies are employed

Elections supervisor makes case for primary votes

August 29, 2018

By St. Clair Murraine Outlook staff writer While the debate rages on about who will win in local elections, voters are being urged not to wait until November to make their choice. The primary takes place on Aug.28. Too much is at stake said Leon County Supervisor of Elections

Plan launched to rename Richmond’s Boulevard for tennis great Arthur Ashe Jr.

August 29, 2018

By Jeremy Lazarus The Trice Edney News Wire A new effort is underway to rename Richmond, Virginia’s Boulevard in honor of Richmond-born humanitarian and tennis great Arthur Ashe Jr. Richmond City Councilwoman Kim B. Gray said she plans to introduce legislation in September to change the street’s name to

South Carolina Rep. Jim Clyburn says that Democrats that want to win in November must advertise in the Black Press

August 29, 2018

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Contributor While there’s at least a perceived growing number of Democrats who say they want to replace California Rep. Nancy Pelosi as the Democratic leader in the House of Representatives, South Carolina Rep. Jim Clyburn has emerged as a favorite among his peers to

Brighten the Day: Thank a lineworker

August 29, 2018

By Rob McGarrah Special to the Outlook The breeze picks up as the bright sunlight begins to dim. A slow rumble fills the air as neighbors hurry inside, hoping to beat the coming onslaught of rain that is characteristic of Florida summers. A growing groan precedes a loud boom as

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity welcomes students back

August 29, 2018

By Larry Harris Special to the Outlook The morning of Aug. 13 members of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. took time out to welcome students and faculty back to Bond Elementary School in Tallahassee. The members of the Chi Omega Chapter and members of the Upsilon Psi Chapter

Crump urges educating Black children on democracy

August 29, 2018

By St. Clair Murraine Outlook staff writer Many in the packed Exhibition Hall at the Civic Center might have been surprised to hear civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump speak of his admiration for Benjamin Franklin, a former slave owner. Crump hailed Franklin for his later push for the abolishment of

Fans optimistic Rattlers will have a winning season

August 29, 2018

FAMU FAN DAY By St. Clair Murraine Outlook staff writer Alfred Paramore might have had to settle for just watching the FAMU football team go through a scrimmage if it weren’t for a no-show that allowed him to get into a sold-out kickoff event this past Saturday. Once he was

Wilcox accepts position with NCAA

August 29, 2018

Special to the Outlook Florida State Vice President and Director of Athletics Stan Wilcox has accepted an executive position with the NCAA. “I want to thank Stan for everything he has done at FSU. We’re excited for him, and we all wish him the best in his new position,” said

Congressman Ron Dellums –warrior and statesman -dies at 82

August 15, 2018

By Hazel Trice Edney Trice Edney News Wire Former Democratic Congressman and Oakland Mayor Ron Dellums is being remembered this week as a warrior for justice, a statesman, and an advocate for the poor. “The contributions that Congressman Dellums made to our East Bay community, the nation, and