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St. Thomas University law school honor for Crump is first for practicing Black attorney

February 17, 2023

Attorney Benjamin Crump was honored by FAMU 14 months ago with an honorary degree.Photo by Glenn Beil/FAMU office of Communications Special to the Outlook MIAMI GARDENS — St. Thomas University in Miami became the first law school in the country to name its College of Law in honor of a

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

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

What brings me hope

February 16, 2023

Bringing freedom to others starts with committing to solutions Pastor Judy Mandrell recently received a key to the city.Photo submitted I had a wonderful hope chat with Dr. Judy Mandrell, founder of Dream Builders Greatness Center, on my latest “Think Hope Podcast” and at the end of the discussion about

Local high school leaders participate in the Links Beautillion

February 16, 2023

Treyvious L. CopelandJermaine Edwards Brantley GibsonMiles Davis Johnson Special to the Outlook The Tallahassee Chapter of The Links, Incorporated has launched its 13th Annual Leadership Development, Mentoring, Character Education Program and Links Beautillion. The Links Beautillion features a multi-faceted curriculum-based program that will culminate on March 5 with a black-tie

FAMU recruiters attract hundreds of students at Black College Expo

February 16, 2023

FAMU recruiters at the Black College Expo included Athletic Director/VP Tiffani-Dawn Sykes (left), NAA President Curtis Johnson, actress and FAMU alum T’Keyah Crystal Keymah, SGA President Zachary C. Bell, President Larry Robinson and his wife Sharon.Photo submitted By Andrew J. SkerrittFAMU Office of Communications The Black College Expo in Los