January 2023 – Page 2 – Capital Outlook

Universities spend millions on diversity, equity, inclusion

January 30, 2023

As the state’s only historically Black public university, FAMU spends $4.4 million for diversity, equity and inclusion programs.FAMU photo By Ryan DaileyNews Service of Florida Some Florida universities are spending millions of dollars on programs and other expenses related to diversity, equity and inclusion — as Gov. Ron DeSantis and

House proposes major voucher expansion

January 30, 2023

A proposed school choice bill would allow families to use voucher money on things such as tutoring expenses and instructional materials.Photo special to the Outlook By Ryan DaileyNews Service of Florida Calling it a move toward “universal choice,” House Speaker Paul Renner announced a proposal that would make every student

Mayor presents key to city to Pastor Mandrell

January 30, 2023

Several of Pastor Judy Mandrell’s supporters celebrated with her after she was presented the key to the city.Photo submitted Outlook Staff Report Pastor Judy Mandrell received one of the highest honors bestowed on a resident when she was presented the key to the city by Tallahassee’s Mayor John Dailey. The

Harris vows to ‘never back down’ on abortion rights

January 30, 2023

A huge crowd turned out to hear Vice President Kamala Harris at The Moon, despite rainy weather conditions on Sunday.Photo by Don Hayes During a weekend visit to Tallahassee on the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, Vice President Kamala Harris vows to continue fighting for abortion rights.Photo by Don

Democrat Sheila Jackson Lee introduces anti-White supremacy bill, then schools Republican Boebert on hate

January 30, 2023

Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire SeniorNational Correspondent@StacyBrownmedia That’s enough of racism and bigotry, says Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee. The Democratic representative from Texas has introduced House Resolution 61, which would amend Title 18 of the United States Code to broaden the definition of hate crimes, with

Financial education, community engagement are key with VyStar

January 30, 2023

Miron Richardson (left) directs preparation for last week’s ribbon cutting at VyStar’s new location.Photo by St. Clair Murraine By St. Clair MurraineOutlook Staff Writer A lot of statistics were doled out last fall at the Capital City Chamber of Commerce’s Advantage Conference. One of the most astonishing was the figure

Business of the Year

January 30, 2023

Hall takes a give all philosophy into courtroom Attorney Amber Hall is building a reputation for winning personal injury cases.Photo by St. Clair Murraine By St. Clair MurraineOutlook Staff Writer One of the requests that basketball coaches often make of their players is that they make every effort to win.

Leaders voice objection to rejection of Black history course

January 30, 2023

Rev. RB Holmes (left) was joined by other members of the clergy and historians Reginald Ellis and Larry Rivers at a Monday press conference.Photos by St. Clair Murraine By St. Clair MurraineOutlook Staff Writer As far as a group of religious and community leaders are concerned, there is nothing about

Fans turn focus to next season after Seminoles’ bowl win

January 6, 2023

Quarterback Jordan Travis (center) was named Most Valuable Player of the Cheez-It Bowl after completing 27 of 38 passes for 418 yards, while throwing two touchdowns. Seminoles.com photo Seminoles.com ORLANDO – Next football season is nine months away but the pontificating about whether the FSU team will be in the national

Muzito earns scholarship for the ACC’s future educators

January 6, 2023

Gloria Muzito was named one of the 2022 Go Teach Dr Pepper Tuition Giveaway winners.Photo courtesy of Seminoles.com CHARLOTTE, N.C. FSU sophomore swimmer Gloria Muzito was selected as one of the winners of the 2022 Go Teach Dr Pepper Tuition Giveaway. The ACC made the announcement in conjunction with the