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Seven haunted places in Jacksonville

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor | Feb 25, 2021

Sometimes, buildings carry superstition with them as much as they carry history. If you’re someone who is interested in mysterious tales surrounding areas rumored to be haunted, this list is for you.  Many...

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The history of Black History Month

Jordan Ramos, Reporter | Feb 25, 2021

Black History Month is a celebration that many African-Americans take part in. It highlights the difficulties as well as the triumphs that the black community has faced throughout America’s history....

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How does UNF hold up on Rate My Professor?

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor | Feb 25, 2021

According to a recent poll conducted by Spinnaker, many students feel as if UNF offers bad advising, which is detrimental to the overall graduation rate of its students. While it still hasn’t been determined ...

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How to save money on travel

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor | Feb 24, 2021

For a while now, COVID-19 has halted travel plans, closed borders, and left people fantasizing about the days when they can officially travel again. While the pandemic is not over yet, brighter horizons...

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A guide to Jacksonville thrifting

Jennifer Ronzon, Intern | Feb 24, 2021

Thrifting serves as an ethical and affordable alternative to shopping. It’s a great way to reduce waste in the world of fast-fashion. It may require more effort than your average trip to the mall, but...

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BHM spotlight: Ella Fitzgerald

Morgan Jeremy, Reporter | Feb 23, 2021

Known as “The First Lady of Song,” Ella Fitzgerald was one of the most popular and influential jazz singers in the United States, winning 13 Grammy awards and selling over 40 million albums.  She...

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BHM: Five Black female heroes

Ketan Narotam, Police Reporter | Feb 22, 2021

Every Black History Month, we celebrate the achievements of many African-Americans that include Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, and W.E.B. DuBois. No one can deny the contributions these Black men...

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Asteroid scheduled to pass Earth

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor | Feb 22, 2021

Get your telescopes ready, because on March 21, 2021 an asteroid under the name 2001 FO32 is scheduled to swoop past Earth. This is the biggest and fastest asteroid to pass Earth this year. The asteroid...

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