August 2023 – Page 3 – Capital Outlook

We elect presidents, not kings

August 21, 2023

David W. Marshall Today’s conservatives have a major identity crisis. With all the power associated with the U.S. presidency, in the time of national crisis, it becomes vital that we have messengers who are willing to speak truth to power. I have never been a fan of former Sen. Barry

Not a ‘brawl’, but a vicious attack

August 21, 2023

Julianne Malveaux We need to watch our language. The debacle at the Montgomery Pier, where enslaved people were once offloaded and sold, is described as a “brawl.” The dictionary says a “brawl” is a “fight or quarrel in a rough and noisy way.” The Aug. 5 attack on a Black

An open letter to Education Commissioner Diaz

August 21, 2023

Attorney Mutake AkbarRev. RB Holmes Commissioner Manny Diaz, Jr. Florida State Board of Education Commissioner@fldoe.org Dear Commissioner Diaz: We are praying fervently for the safety of our teachers, students, bus drivers, administrators, parents, all school officials and personnel. Sir, God is able. Furthermore, we are writing you to request your

College of Engineering deans explore problem-solving, collaborations at summit

August 21, 2023

FAMU-FSU College of Engineering’s Dean Suvranu De hosted the 2023 Florida Engineering Dean’s Summit. Special to the Outlook Leadership from 12 engineering schools across Florida convened at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering last week for the inaugural Florida Engineering Dean’s Summit, an opportunity for the state’s engineering educators to explore

Trustee Eugene Lamb Jr. receives Southern Region Trustee Leadership Award

August 21, 2023

Eugene Lamb has a lengthy history with Tallahassee Community College.Photo submitted Special to the Outlook Tallahassee Community College District Board of Trustees Chairman Eugene Lamb, Jr. has been awarded the Southern Region Trustee Leadership award by the Association of Community College Trustees. Lamb has served on the Board since 2007,

Changes coming to help businesses thrive in Railroad Square

August 21, 2023

Some stores line the main drive through Railroad Square.Photo by St. Clair Murraine Tangela Lofton, Chief of Staff for Art District Real Estate Company, sits in the Food Hall area of Railroad Square.Photo by St. Clair Murraine Roy Blake’s daily grind includes making scented soaps.Photo by St. Clair Murraine By

Foes say new law won’t stop springs fight

August 21, 2023

An overflow crowd turned out last Monday in Wakulla County for discussion of a controversial gas-station project.NSF photo/Jim Turner By Jim TurnerNews Service of Florida Opponents who fear a proposed gas station could damage Wakulla Springs south of Tallahassee say they’re unfazed by a new state law designed to limit

Seeking truth

August 21, 2023

Advocates call for Black history accuracy in new curriculum Supporters joined Rev. RB Holmes (center) to call for curriculum change.Photo by St. Clair Murraine Attorney Mutaqee Akbar asked for truth in teaching Black history.Photo by St. Clair Murraine County Commissioner Carolyn Cummins expressed confidence that the controversial curriculum will be

TCC goes on the road to open cross country season

August 21, 2023

Apalachee Regional Park is the home venue for the TCC cross country team.Photo courtesy TCC athletics Special to the Outlook The Tallahassee Community College cross country team is scheduled to compete in seven events before the NJCAA Championships in the first season under new head coach Andy Merrill. The Eagles’

FSU weighing move out of the ACC

August 21, 2023

FSU football is “one of the best media-value teams in the United States,” President Richard McCullough told trustees.Photo by Chris Leduc/Icon Sportswire via Getty ImagesIcon Sportswire By Ryan DaileyNews Service of Florida Florida State University’s Board of Trustees is considering a departure from the Atlantic Coast Conference, as President Richard