February 2023 – Page 2 – Capital Outlook

Rattlers’ home opener comes after two games on the road

February 17, 2023

Coach Willie Simmons at a recent 220 Quarterback luncheon.Photo by St. Clair Murraine Special to the Outlook Looking to get at least their fourth consecutive nine-win season, the FAMU football team begins its quest on Sept. 3 against Jackson State in the Orange Blossom Classic. That game will be followed

Athlete-pay changes get final approval

February 17, 2023

When Gov. Ron DeSantis signs the latest Florida NIL bill into law, colleges and universities will be able to direct endorsements to student-athletes.Photo by St. Clair Murraine By Ryan DaileyNews Service of Florida Florida colleges and universities likely will soon be able to help connect student-athletes with endorsement deals under

Community health center expands pharmacy service as CVS closes

February 17, 2023

Leon County Commissioner Bill Proctor (at podium) applauded Bond Community Health Center for expanding its pharmacy service.Photo by St. Clair Murraine By St. Clair MurraineOutlook Staff Writer A little more than a week after CVS announced it will close its Southside location, Bond Community Health Center is making its pharmacy

The joy for Riley’s HOF induction does not supersede the disappointment

February 17, 2023

After 40 years, Ken Riley has finally got his place in the NFL’s Hall of Fame.Photo submitted Vaughn R. Wilson Kenneth Jerome “Ken” Riley played his last NFL game with the Cincinnati Bengals on Dec. 17, 1983. At the time he retired after playing 15 years with the same team,

Brickler routinely demonstrates Tuskegee Airmen influence

February 17, 2023

Dr. Andrew Brickler autographs a Tuskegee Airmen poster following his Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church presentation.Photo by Christian Whittaker By Kerrie WetherspoonSpecial to the Outlook Almost every time that Dr. Andrew Brickler isn’t in his white coat, what he wears makes him a walking billboard of sorts. He is deliberate about

O’Brien’s discoveries reveal untold details in latest document of Rosa Parks’ life

February 17, 2023

Dean Valencia Matthews (left) was moderator as journalist Soledad O’Brien responded to the audience during a Black History Month Conversation at FAMU’s Lee Hall. O’Brien produced “The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks.” Photo by Glenn Beil/FAMU Office of Communications By Alexis ThorntonSpecial to the Outlook Soledad O’Brien had reason

Historic designation gives garden club members reason to celebrate

February 17, 2023

Mistress of ceremony Emma Jones (left) gives recognition to CCGC president Linda Inge.Photo by St. Clair Murraine By St. Clair MurraineOutlook Staff Writer During a ceremony to salute the founders of the Capital City Garden Club, Emma Jones spouted a few one-liners to keep the interest of the audience. One

THA secures more funding for Orange Avenue Apartments redevelopment

February 17, 2023

Brenda Williams, executive director of Tallahassee Housing Authority, shows the area where a walking trail will be located.Photo by Michael Cork Brenda Williams, executive director of Tallahassee Housing Authority, stands near construction of Orange Avenue Apartments redevelopment.Photo by Michael Cork By St. Clair MurraineOutlook Staff Writer By the time that

Black leaders call out DeSantis at rally

February 17, 2023

Rev. Al Sharpton (left) stood beside Bishop Rudolph W. McKissick Jr. (right) as he fielded questions from reporters at the Capitol following Wednesday’s rally.Photo by St. Clair Murraine Rev. RB Holmes (center) and Bishop Rudolph W. McKissick Jr. (left) prepare marchers for their trek to the Capitol.Photo by St. Clair

DeFrand’s 60-meter run leads Seminoles track team

February 17, 2023

Dajaz DeFrand Seminoles.com Florida State’s indoor track and field teams had another good day on Saturday competing in Albuquerque, N.M. and Boston, Mass. FSU swept the men’s 60-meter dash in New Mexico with Ismael Kone taking first with a time of 6.61, Taylor Banks was second at 6.63 and Amir