September 2021 – Page 5 – Capital Outlook

Chaney takes new associate director job with FCSAA

September 3, 2021

Rob Chaney Special to the Outlook The Florida College System Activities Association has named Tallahassee Community College Director of Athletics Rob Chaney as its new Associate Director. FCSAA Executive Director Kelly Warren announced the hire of Chaney on Thursday. “With the addition of Rob Chaney to the FCSAA staff, we

Seminoles set basketball non-conference schedule

September 3, 2021

Coach Leonard Hamilton By Chuck Walsh Seminoles.com The nationally ranked Florida State Basketball team will play 11 non-conference games – including five at the Donald L. Tucker – as head Coach Leonard Hamilton announced the Seminoles’ non-conference schedule. Florida State begins its home schedule on Nov. 10 against first-time opponent

Tucker uses experience to motivate FAMU running backs

September 3, 2021

FAMU athletics photo by Devin P. Grimes Special to the Outlook Shane Tucker, running backs coach for the FAMU football team, is only teaching what he knows. Most of what he tells his players comes from years of on-the-job experience. Tucker was an accomplished rusher, wide receiver, tight end, and

FAMU adds Tar Heels to 2022 football schedule

September 3, 2021

Coach Willie Simmons is eagerly anticipating next season’s matchup with the Tar Heels.Photo by St. Clair Murraine FAMU Athletics The FAMU football team has taken many trips to North Carolina over the years, but a planned trip for next Aug. 27 will be historic. The Rattlers will take the trip

Outdoor ceremony highlights theological seminary graduation

September 3, 2021

Dr. Robert Butler (third from right) celebrates with his friends (at his right) Dr. Alfreddie Scott, Dr. Lissa Stevens and Chancellor Dr. Bobby C Graham. At his left are Dr. Marvin Davis and Elder Dr. Allen Jones.Photo submitted By Kim L WilliamsSpecial to the Outlook Elder Dr. Robert M Butler

Attorney Hibbert to joins Pittman firm

September 3, 2021

Attorney Sharmin Hibbert Special to the Outlook Pittman Law Group announced the hiring of Attorney Sharmin Hibbert to lead the firm’s Administrative Law practice. Hibbert will also practice Local Government, Education, and Probate Law. Hibbert, whose hire was announced Monday, joins the Florida-based firm after years of experience practicing within

Black women most likely to feel discriminated against or face unfair judgment while seeking medical care

September 3, 2021

Many advocates and activists have called for more attention to the dire maternal health crisis facing Black women.iStockphoto/NNPA By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia The Urban Institute’s Coronavirus Tracking Survey, a nationally representative survey of adults ages 18 to 64, found that Black adults were more likely than

Budget chairman urges efforts to keep ports competitive

September 3, 2021

House Appropriations Chairman Jay Trumbull urged port officials to lobby their local representatives for more money.Photo courtesy Florida House of Representatives By Jim TurnerNews Service of Florida PANAMA CITY BEACH — With seaport leaders still waiting for the arrival of $250 million in federal COVID-19 stimulus money, the powerful head

Replacing state surgeon general may be difficult

September 3, 2021

State Surgeon General Scott Rivkees is stepping down this month.NSF file photo By Christine SextonNews Service of Florda Florida needs a new state surgeon general. The question could quickly become: Will it be easy to find someone? Scott Rivkees announced he will leave his post as surgeon general and secretary

Tourism leaders keep eye on rebounding visitor numbers

September 3, 2021

Dana Young By Jim TurnerNews Service of Florida Tourism leaders are focusing on the resurgence this year in the number of people visiting Florida, as the state continues grappling with a spike in COVID-19 cases. In a brief conference call last Monday, industry leaders praised Visit Florida’s marketing efforts during