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Holidays

Hanukkah begins tonight

Nathan Turoff, Student Government Reporter Dec 10, 2020

Today marks the first day of the Jewish Festival of Hanukkah. Hanukkah is often viewed as the Jewish equivalent to Christmas, as they occur near the same time and involve a similar gift exchange. However,...

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Duval Christmas tree lighting tradition will be hosted downtown; event will also be shown virtually

Duval Christmas tree lighting tradition will be hosted downtown; event will also be shown virtually

Darvin Nelson, News Editor Dec 8, 2020

Jacksonville’s 34th annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony, usually held at the Landing, will now be held at the James Weldon Johnson Park tonight, Dec. 8 at 6:15 p.m.  Mayor Lenny Curry, who’s...

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Deck the Chairs holiday beach event

Darvin Nelson, News Editor Dec 2, 2020

Deck the Chairs is an annual celebration in Jacksonville Beach in which citizens display beautifully decorated lifeguard chairs. People come from across state lines to see these creative chairs. “Free...

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The history of Black Friday

The history of Black Friday

Aloe Suarez, Reporter Nov 27, 2020

Black Friday is known for its kooky product deals, rampaging customers, and protracted lines— all within the day after Thanksgiving or even that same evening. This social holiday has a more in-depth...

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Orgins of Thanksgiving

Darvin Nelson, News Editor Nov 26, 2020

Many remember Thanksgiving as a heart-warming 24 hours about scarfing down delicious turkey and spending time with family and friends. But there is some controversy about how the warm holiday is portrayed,...

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The UNF Bookstore. Photo credit Emily Echevarria.

UNF Bookstore ‘More the Merrier Sale’ on Wednesday

Darvin Nelson, News Editor Nov 23, 2020

The UNF Bookstore will be having a “More the Merrier” cyber sale from Wednesday, Nov. 25 until Monday, Nov. 30.  Gifts, clothing, and accessories will be discounted. Ospreys can save more on...

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The dos and dont’s of traveling during the holiday season

Hayley Simonson, Police Reporter Nov 18, 2020

Thanksgiving and the whole holiday season is known as a time for friends and family to gather together in celebration, but with COVID-19 numbers now resurging, a conflict arises.  The U.S is currently...

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UNF Thanksgiving food drive ends soon

UNF Thanksgiving food drive ends soon

Darvin Nelson, News Editor Nov 17, 2020

The UNF Psychology Department is collecting non-perishable food items for the Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive.   The drive benefits local families enrolled in Head Start, and will end on Wednesday,...

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Osprey Productions hosts drive-in for 'Friday the 13th'

Osprey Productions hosts drive-in for ‘Friday the 13th’

Erik Feliciano, Reporter Nov 9, 2020

Osprey Life & Production is back with another movie to enjoy from the inside of your car. If you're missing the feeling of going to the cinema but also want to stay safe and socially distanced, why...

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Thrifting your Halloween costume

Thrifting your Halloween costume

Kathlene Lei Ruiz, Creative Services Intern Oct 29, 2020

If you’ve landed on this page, you’re probably in search of some last minute Halloween costume ideas. This year has been hectic and the thought of putting together the perfect costume might have slipped...

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Five things to do in Florida during autumn

Kathlene Lei Ruiz, Creative Services Intern Oct 9, 2020

Are you looking to do some fun fall activities but don’t know where to start? Here’s a helpful guide to how you can safely celebrate autumn in the Sunshine State. Enjoy nature Fall is the...

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How to have fun on Halloween, pandemic-style

How to have fun on Halloween, pandemic-style

Erik Feliciano, Reporter Oct 6, 2020

With Halloween creeping closer, it's time to get spooky. As the pandemic still lingers, here are some ideas on how to have a good ol’ spooky time while also staying safe.  While big costume parties...

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