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Production students tell Jacksonville's history

Production students tell Jacksonville’s history

Kaitlyn Bowers, Video Director | Oct 24, 2019

Jacksonville has a deep, rich history, but how much of it do you really know?  Uncovering Jax, a documentary project created in partnership with the University of North Florida and the Florida Times-Union,...

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The debate on Florida's minimum wage

The debate on Florida’s minimum wage

Breanna Cataldo, Features Editor | Oct 23, 2019

For those who want Florida's minimum wage to be raised, your lucky day might take place next year. The Florida $15 Minimum Wage Initiative could possibly make its way onto ballots Nov. 3, 2020, according...

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"A Cool Place to Live": new Beaches Museum exhibit upcoming

“A Cool Place to Live”: new Beaches Museum exhibit upcoming

Darvin Nelson, Reporter | Oct 23, 2019

The Beaches Museum’s mission is “to preserve and share the distinct history and culture of the Beaches area.” With that being said, the Beaches Museum is opening a new exhibit called “Neptune...

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Kanye West drops a release date for his new album...Again

Kanye West drops a release date for his new album…Again

Erik Feliciano, General Assignment Reporter | Oct 22, 2019

Over the past two years, Kanye West has been teasing release date after release date for his ninth coming album, “Jesus Is King”. Previously, the album was expected to be released at midnight on...

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Canadian Geese invasion

Canadian Geese invasion

Nathan Turoff, Critter Columnist | Oct 22, 2019

Last week, a large flock of Canadian Geese were spotted on campus.  Canadian Geese have spread all over North America, especially along the East and West coasts of the United States.  They are...

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Opinion: Floridian Species Seasonal Spectacle

Normandi Tapia | Oct 22, 2019

The Floridian species is a spectacle… Florida Man for example.  You could call these men a club of sorts. This elite and exclusive club is made up of Florida men that attract a ridiculous amount...

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Are you ready to kick-start your weekend alcohol-free?

Are you ready to kick-start your weekend alcohol-free?

Jessica Volz, Reporter | Oct 22, 2019

Are you ready to kick-start your weekend? Why not jump-start it with a kickback. The National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week kickback is aiming to set the mood without alcoholic beverages. The featured...

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College-friendly stores in Town Center

College-friendly stores in Town Center

Chris Jennings, Anchor | Oct 22, 2019

Let’s face it, the one commonality most college students share is financial status: broke. Between the overpriced textbooks, rent, and nights out with peers, it seems like we often find our bank accounts...

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Celebrate Reptile Awareness Day with our campus critters

Celebrate Reptile Awareness Day with our campus critters

Nathan Turoff, Critter Columnist | Oct 21, 2019

 Today, October 21, is National Reptile Awareness  Day. Reptiles are profound creatures, and they deserve the respect other animals receive. Reptiles are often confused with amphibians, but they are...

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T.I. awards a college student with a $25,000 scholarship

T.I. awards a college student with a $25,000 scholarship

Jessica Volz, Reporter | Oct 21, 2019

Rapper and TV personality, T.I. Harris,  honored the life of his late sister by awarding a college student a 25-thousand dollar scholarship.  The recipient, Tierany Scott, was distinguished for being...

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Performer at Fall 2019 Battle of the Bands. Photo by Romario.

Missed Battle of the Bands? Here’s a recap

Alex Bowman, Police Reporter | Oct 20, 2019

This article was updated October 21, 2019 at 11:37 a.m.  Jason Tidman, also known as “Tiddy,” a Jax-based DJ, won this year's Battle of the Bands this past Friday night and will be the first performer...

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Fortnite reborn

Fortnite reborn

Erik Feliciano, General Assignment Reporter | Oct 20, 2019

If you've been playing Fortnite recently, you might have noticed that something very interesting has been going on.  Over the past weekend, as the tenth season of the game came to a close, an interesting...

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