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Wearing a black swim cap and goggles, Morgan Ray stands on a diving block

‘Just swim’: UNF swimmer brings home silver

Lauren Fox, Managing Editor Jul 1, 2022

Morgan Ray, 19, has brought home a silver medal in the men’s 100-meter breaststroke after representing Team USA in the 2022 Para Swimming World Championships on June 17 in Portugal. The University...

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Demonstrators gather on the lawn of the Duval County Courthouse

Through the eyes of a photographer: June

Justin Nedrow and Darvin Nelson Jul 1, 2022

Check out Spinnaker photographer Justin Nedrow and Darvin Nelson's top photos of June! __ For more information or news tips, or if you see an error in this story or have any compliments or concerns,...

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Students in masks and gloves work to uncover the trench more with yellow buckets and other tools

UNF Archaeology Lab finishes Summer A excavation with big finds

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor Jun 30, 2022

The University of North Florida (UNF)’s Archaeology department wrapped up their Summer A excavation session at Big Talbot Island State Park with some remarkable finds earlier this month. Each summer,...

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Elton John performs during his "Farewell Yellow Brick Road" tour

Pride Month Spotlight: Elton John

Lisa Marino, Radio General Manager Jun 30, 2022

[Eds Note: This article has been published in partnership with Spinnaker Radio to feature LGBTQ+ music artists and celebrate Pride Month.] Bringing an end to his touring career, Elton John is currently...

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Melissa Etheridge performs in concert while singing and playing a guitar

Pride Month Spotlight: Melissa Etheridge

Lisa Marino, Radio General Manager Jun 29, 2022

[Eds Note: This article has been published in partnership with Spinnaker Radio to feature LGBTQ+ music artists and celebrate Pride Month.]  Rock singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge grew a passion for...

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Brandi Carlile holds her emmys

Pride Month Spotlight: Brandi Carlile

Lisa Marino, Radio General Manager Jun 28, 2022

[Eds Note: This article has been published in partnership with Spinnaker Radio to feature LGBTQ+ music artists and celebrate Pride Month.]  Country artist Brandi Carlile has become a six-time Grammy...

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Rita Ora poses for photographers

Pride Month Spotlight: Rita Ora

Lisa Marino, Radio General Manager Jun 27, 2022

Growing up in London and performing at open mics led Rita Ora to get noticed by Roc Nation, Jay-Z’s record label. Ora signed a deal with the label in 2009. After getting her break with Roc Nation,...

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Ricky Martin smiles during a concert and holding a microphone

Pride Month Spotlight: Ricky Martin

Lisa Marino, Radio General Manager Jun 26, 2022

[Eds Note: This article has been published in partnership with Spinnaker Radio to feature LGBTQ+ music artists and celebrate Pride Month.]  Grammy award-winning Puerto Rican artist Ricky Martin was...

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‘We need to take action’: Protesters respond to SCOTUS decision at Jacksonville rally

Carter Mudgett and Darvin Nelson Jun 25, 2022

Waist-high orange barricades drew a line down the middle of the Duval County Courthouse lawn as hundreds of protesters rallied in downtown Jacksonville Friday evening. With signs raised in the air,...

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British singer George Michael sings in concert to raise money for AIDS charity Sidaction

Pride Month Spotlight: George Michael

Lisa Marino, Radio General Manager Jun 25, 2022

[Eds Note: This article has been published in partnership with Spinnaker Radio to feature LGBTQ+ music artists and celebrate Pride Month.]  Singer of Careless Whisper George Michael became one of the...

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Someone taking notes during a meeting

Internships bridge the gap between college and the real world, professor explains

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor Jun 24, 2022

Often a required part of the college experience, students frequently have many questions about the intended purpose of internships. Why get an unpaid internship when you can get a paid job? Is it worth...

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Pride Month Spotlight: Dusty Springfield

Lisa Marino, Radio General Manager Jun 24, 2022

[Eds Note: This article has been published in partnership with Spinnaker Radio to feature LGBTQ+ music artists and celebrate Pride Month.]  1960s British pop/soul singer Dusty Springfield, born as...

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