Black Business Loan Program

Despite the encouraging trend, the percentage of Black-owned businesses in the area still falls well short of the percentage of African Americans in the Tallahassee population.

Chef Shac's new eatery in Goodwood Museum and Gardens was among those celebrating the occasion.

Thanks to a $1.1 million grant, black owned businesses across the state can now apply for a loan through a program administered by the Florida A&M…