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Opinion: Tallahassee knows best

Austin W Belet, Opinions editor | May 17, 2019

Governor DeSantis, in a surprising move, blocked the Florida legislature from banning municipalities banning plastic straws. That is a mouth full, so give me just a second to explain. Back in February,...

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UNF student Zeph Kane targeted by an on-campus preacher

Free Speech vs. Inclusiveness: What college students think

Heydi Ortiz, News Editor | May 17, 2019

  The first amendment has been the hot topic for universities nationwide as the debate on the limitations of free speech rage on, especially at UNF, where campus preachers seem to be a recurring...

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“Drake and Josh” star Drake Bell is coming to Jacksonville Beach

Breanna Cataldo, Features Editor | May 15, 2019

Drake Bell from the series "Drake & Josh" is coming to Surfer The Bar in Jacksonville Beach  Thursday, June 20, at 8 p.m. Only this time, he won't be acting out our favorite lines from the hit T.V....

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How fried food affects your brain

Breanna Cataldo, Features Editor | May 14, 2019

We've all heard the term "brain food" before, but as students, it can mean more than we think. Food high in refined sugars are linked to stress, impaired brain function and depression, according to health.harvard.edu. College...

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Walmart raises minimum smoking age to 21

Walmart raises minimum smoking age to 21

Heydi Ortiz, News Editor | May 13, 2019

If you’re 18 and planning on buying tobacco related products, then Walmart and Sam’s Club aren't the places to go. Starting July 1, the company will no longer sell tobacco products or e-cigarettes...

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You can go to the library to … relax?

Victoria Reed | May 10, 2019

The River of Knowledge Garden located in front of  UNF’s Library is a reflexology sensation path where students and faculty can enjoy a foot massage and improve overall health, according to the signage. The...

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OPINION: What we couldn't imagine

OPINION: What we couldn’t imagine

Austin Belet, Opinions Editor | May 8, 2019

Growing up I knew I was different. I knew that what everyone considered “normal” wasn’t necessarily how I felt. When someone would make gay jokes or make fun of someone for the same reason, I felt...

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Deciding between a higher education or the next meal

Heydi Ortiz, News editor | May 7, 2019

Let’s be honest, we’ve all had to compose a struggle meal at least once in the duration of our college careers. Some may say It’s the price we pay for a higher education. But exactly when do we look...

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A slice of the Big Apple is coming to Duval

Lianna Norman, Editor-in-Chief | May 7, 2019

The Times Union Center frequently hosts traveling Broadway shows, but there are rumors about a particularly exciting year ahead for Broadway in Jacksonville. According to the Broadway Across America...

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Burger King’s new plant-based burger has a secret ingredient

Lianna Norman, Editor-in-Chief | May 6, 2019

On April 29, Burger King announced their intention to begin serving Impossible burgers at all of their locations nationwide by the end of the year. So, what's an Impossible burger? Impossible Foods is...

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UNF professor Michael Wiley has written a series of murder mysteries – set in Jacksonville

Lianna Norman, Editor-in-Chief | May 3, 2019

If you've had Professor Michael Wiley for any classes, you may know his taste for thorough and engaging work. According to an article from April 29, written by Matt Soergel for the "Florida Times...

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UNF Biology Professor recipient Terry Presidential Professorship

UNF Biology Professor recipient Terry Presidential Professorship

Hannah Lee | May 2, 2019

The Terry Presidential Professorship was designed in honor of previous UNF president, John Delaney to recognize faculty achievements. This year, Cliff Ross, a professor in the Department of Biology has...

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