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OPINION: Country music doesn’t hide from life

Ethan Leckie, Opinions Reporter Sep 20, 2022

It’s no secret: Generation Z — as a whole — does not like country music. Hip-hop was the top genre among respondents to a Ypulse 2021 survey. In fact, country didn’t even crack the top three genres.  This...

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GALLERY: Conan Gray brings Superache tour to St. Augustine

Justin Nedrow, Photographer Sep 19, 2022

Conan Gray brought his Superache tour to a packed St. Augustine Amphitheater Sunday night. Check out Spinnaker Photographer Justin Nedrow's gallery of the concert! ___ For more information or...

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The power of podcasts

Lauren Fox, Managing Editor Sep 15, 2022

A news story can be a funny thing. Depending on the medium, an anchor may use a 30-second segment to read out the very basics of a multi-faceted, exceedingly complex issue before moving on to the next....

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The game room, open for business! Photo by Nathan Turoff

What’s new in the Gameroom?

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor Sep 7, 2022

The University of North Florida (UNF) Game Room in the Student Union is one of the best places for friends to gather, have fun, and be loud, all while remaining indoors. While Freshmen are experiencing...

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The positives of meal-prepping

Mallory Pace, Government Reporter Aug 29, 2022

Everyone loves convenience, even if it sometimes means sacrificing quality. While convenient, the University of North Florida (UNF) dining options can become repetitive and expensive. Packing a substantial...

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UNF music professor on the “language of jazz”

Lauren Fox, Managing Editor Aug 23, 2022

When Lynne Arriale was 25, she had an "epiphany." "I was walking down the street in Milwaukee when I was finishing up my Master's degree requirements, and I had a passing thought, and that thought was,...

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Local bakeries that will bake you smile

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter Jul 29, 2022

Every now and then, students get a sweet tooth that the typical on-campus Starbucks pastry can’t satisfy. And when you’ve got a craving for baked goods, they might as well be fresh too. Here are some...

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How you can finally stop annoying spam calls

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter Jul 28, 2022

Does “we’ve been trying to contact you regarding your car's extended warranty” sound familiar to you? Spam calls have been a nuisance to people for a long time, begging the question: How do they...

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Does white noise and other background sounds really help you fall sound asleep?

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter Jul 27, 2022

It's not always easy to get a good night's sleep, especially for students living on-campus. While a new living situation or noisy roommates may make it difficult to get a full eight hours, some studies...

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Obi-Wan Kenobi: Worth the wait? A review

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor Jul 15, 2022

The announcement of an Obi-Wan Disney+ series in the vein of the Mandalorian was very exciting. For some background, many anthology movies in the realm of Rogue One were planned to be released in the late...

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How to wisely spend your summer free time

Mallory Pace, Government Reporter Jul 12, 2022

For college students, summertime isn’t exactly what it used to be. When students are not occupied with studying or completing assignments, most have a part-time job outside of being a student.  Spinnaker...

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Elton John performs during his "Farewell Yellow Brick Road" tour

Pride Month Spotlight: Elton John

Lisa Marino, Radio General Manager Jun 30, 2022

[Eds Note: This article has been published in partnership with Spinnaker Radio to feature LGBTQ+ music artists and celebrate Pride Month.] Bringing an end to his touring career, Elton John is currently...

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