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The Sawmill Slough Preserve

The Sawmill Slough Preserve

Nathan Turoff, Critter Columnist Dec 2, 2019

One of UNF’s most appealing attributes is its incredible selection of wildlife. This isn’t just about Howard the Duck or Mindy the Gator, I’m talking about the Sawmill Slough Preserve. For those...

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Get the taste of Christmas when giving to children in need this Tuesday

Get the taste of Christmas when giving to children in need this Tuesday

Courtney Green, News Editor Nov 30, 2019

UNF students are fundraising this Tuesday, December 3 at Cookies and Creme Jax Beach in order to provide Christmas themed gift baskets to children at Wolfson Children’s Hospital. Nick Griffith, a...

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Promotional poster. Courtesy of Checkers.

Fast-food chain gets in on Black Friday deals

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter Nov 28, 2019

Starting this Friday, Checkers  in select locations will be offering $1 fries for their Black FryDay promotion. The $1 fry deal is available for all sizes excluding the Fry Lovers XL. Nearby Checkers...

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What you should know about cybersecurity during the holiday season

What you should know about cybersecurity during the holiday season

Alex Bowman, Police Reporter Nov 27, 2019

Retailers and shoppers beware… The holiday season is officially upon us and just like every holiday season, people will be shopping much more than they normally do. However, these days the majority...

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Photo by Alex Wilson

Opinions: A place of hate

Trent Gautney, Opinions Reporter Nov 22, 2019

Of all the places to eat on campus, none tend to spark as much controversy- and long lines- as Chick-fil-A. Located near the center of campus, the restaurant is a popular destination for many students...

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Courtesy of Lucasfilms.

Star Wars Rewind: The Phantom Menace

Who would’ve thought one of the most hyped up movies in cinema history would have divided so many people? Apparently no one, as when this film came out people went nuts! They couldn’t wait to see what...

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Two factors, more opinions

Ethan Mclaughlin, Reporter Nov 21, 2019

Love it or hate it, we all have to use it. UNF’s new two factor authentication has been the talk of the campus ever since it was brought about one month ago. We hit the campus to see what people really...

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graphic by Lianna Norman

Beat the cold: At home remedies for stuffy noses and sore throats

Breanna Cataldo, Features Editor Nov 20, 2019

The winter season is upon us, and we all know what that means: The common cold. As college students, medical bills can be expensive, and we don't always have the time for an hour-long doctors visit...

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It's Transgender Day of Remembrance

It’s Transgender Day of Remembrance

Kaitlyn Bowers, Video Director Nov 20, 2019

22 instances of fatal violent crimes against transgender or gender non-conforming individuals have been reported this year in the US alone. Today, the world remembers those victims, and all others who...

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Navya autonomous driving vehicle. Photo by Dan.

The future is self-driving and it’s here in Jax

Courtney Green, News Editor Nov 19, 2019

No steering wheel. No pedals. The Autonom Shuttle by Navya is touted as the “cutting edge of multi-sensor technology.” And soon, a fleet of 12 autonomous vehicles will run the Bay Street Innovation...

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Three turkey myths debunked

Three turkey myths debunked

Nathan Turoff, Critter Columnist Nov 19, 2019

The month of November means four things: Cooler weather, shorter days, Black Friday deals and Thanksgiving. The most iconic part of any Thanksgiving dinner is arguably the turkey, so in honor of the...

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Pizza ATM. Photo by Darvin Nelson.

Bake your day with a fresh new pizza

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter Nov 19, 2019

Swipe for pizza? In Osprey Crossings (on-campus housing), you can get a pizza as easy as getting a soda from a vending machine, but instead of a fizzy beverage, you will get a hot fresh-baked pizza. Coming...

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