September 2022 – Page 2 – Capital Outlook

Beating Rams was a pivotal turnaround for Rattlers

September 16, 2022

Saturday’s win over Albany State was reason for the Rattlers to celebrate.Photo by Kyrease Desseau St. Clair Murraine For almost a year Coach Willie Simmons and his FAMU football team knew the schedule of games for the year. Scouting on each opponent is ongoing. The stakes are high if the

FAMU climbs in U.S. News & World Report ranking

September 16, 2022

A new ranking that shows FAMU rising was released on Monday.Photo courtesy FAMU By Andrew J. SkerrittFAMU Office of Communications Florida A&M University climbed to 103 among top public universities as it continued to consolidate its place as the highest-ranked public Historically Black College and University (HBCU), according to U.S.

Lang, Mungen busts added to Gaither statue

September 16, 2022

An initiative to add busts of two former assistant coaches on Jake Gaither’s staff to his statue on campus came to fruition last Friday. A ceremony was held in front of the athletic department offices to recognize Gaither’s former assistant coaches Bobby Lang and Robert Mungen. Family members were present

Bank offers zero down-payment mortgages to Black, Latino borrowers

September 16, 2022

Prospective home buyers have to complete a certification course prior to applying for a loan.Photo submitted by NNPA By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia Bank of America announced a new zero down payment, zero closing cost mortgage solution for first-time homebuyers, which will be available in designated markets,

Report reveals ‘a hidden key to combating racial and ethnic disparities in juvenile justice’

September 16, 2022

Research has shown that educational, career and public safety outcomes are better for youth diverted away from juvenile courts.NNPA photo submitted By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire SeniorNational Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia According to new Sentencing Project research, diverting youth from juvenile court involvement should be a central focus in reducing racial and ethnic

Carnival brings island vibes to Tallahassee

September 16, 2022

Masqueraders wore colorful costumes during Saturday’s parade.Photo by Diamond Postell Stilt walkers, better known as moko jumbie, strut their stuff during Saturday’s Tallahassee Caribbean Carnival.Photo by Diamond Postell By Diamond Postell Outlook Writer The booming sound of Caribbean music blasting through the opened doors of “Tastee Turkey Leg” restaurant was

LWV Mission 1313 targets residents in Southside precinct

September 16, 2022

League of Women Voters local president Trish Neely has used many public forums to encourage voter registration.Photo submitted Bob RackleffBarb Licht By St. Clair MurraineOutlook Staff Writer Exactly how much a current League of Women Voters (LWV) registration drive will affect the number of voters on the Southside of Tallahassee

Blocked PAT lifts Florida State over LSU

September 13, 2022

Quarterback Jordan Travis passed for 260 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday night’s victory.Photo by Chopchat.com By Trey IlesSeminoles.com NEW ORLEANS – It had the makings of one of the most memorable miracle comebacks in LSU football’s storied history. But a blocked extra point attempt by Florida State’s Shyheim Brown

Trio makes Black history in national gymnastics competition

September 13, 2022

Jordan Chiles, Shilese Jones, and Konnor McClain made history by becoming the first Blacks to take the three top all-around positions.Photo submitted By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire SeniorNational Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia Black girl magic reigned at the 2022 U.S. Gymnastics Championships in Florida as Jordan Chiles, Shilese Jones, and Konnor McClain won

FAMU golfers help to tee up win for Team Sifford

September 13, 2022

FAMU golf team coached by Mia Campbell, center, was pivotal to Team Sifford’s victory.Photo submitted by FAMU Outlook Staff Report CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Four members of the FAMU men’s golf team won their matches to help their squad win the inaugural Charlie Sifford Centennial Cup. The competition held last Monday