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The Revenge of Hobo Johnson album by Hobo Johnson.

Album review: The Revenge of Hobo Johnson by Hobo Johnson

Ash Anders, Volunteer DJ Jul 14, 2021

In the fourth album by award-winning Hobo Johnson, a California-based lyrical rapper, Johnson presents strong messages about political control, as well as his own issues, including mental health. "The...

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Events happening at UNF this week

Carter Mudgett, Student Government Reporter Jul 13, 2021

Jacksonville has plenty to offer this week, but students have the opportunity to participate in a number of free, fun, and educational events right on UNF’s campus this July.   Join Osprey Life...

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Fourth of July fireworks: Diving into the dangers of the time-honored American event

Morgan Jeremy, Police Reporter Jul 13, 2021

Every year, countless people gather together on July fourth to celebrate American independence with parties, cookouts, and spectacular firework displays. However, these displays are notorious for causing...

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Volunteer pick album review: THIRD SIDE OF TAPE by Lil Ugly Mane

Volunteer pick album review: THIRD SIDE OF TAPE by Lil Ugly Mane

Maureen Thacker, Volunteer DJ Jul 13, 2021

Hip-hop. It’s a genre that everybody’s familiar with. Its influence on today’s music scenes, both mainstream and underground, is incalculable. Tracing back to the house parties of DJ Kool Herc, hip-hop...

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Marvel’s ‘Black Widow’ movie spoiler-free review

The long wait for the next Marvel film is finally over! On July 9, “Black Widow” arrived in theaters and is streaming on Disney+ for Premier Access. Fans worldwide have been eagerly anticipating a...

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The entrance to the Cummer Museum.

Things to do in Jacksonville this weekend

Carter Mudgett, Student Government Reporter Jul 10, 2021

For anyone looking to get out of the house this weekend, there are plenty of events going down in Jacksonville to enjoy over the next week.  Image via the Cummer Museum website Starting July...

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‘Loki’ episode five review

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Reporter Jul 9, 2021

Black Widow may be coming out this week, but don’t think that’s gonna stop me from talking about this week’s episode of “Loki.” After that big tease at the end of the last episode, we could tell...

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Album review: Call Me If You Get Lost

Furio Gerwitz, Volunteer DJ Jul 7, 2021

"Call Me If You Get Lost" is the latest album by rapper and producer Tyler the Creator, released on June 25.  The album largely acts as a victory lap in the wake of the critical and commercial success...

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SW: Bad Batch ep. #10 review

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Reporter Jul 7, 2021

We return to “Bad Batch” with an episode that takes the group into new territory, albeit with familiar elements as they undertake a mission that challenges their ideologies. The episode “Common...

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‘Naruto’ anime review

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Reporter Jul 6, 2021

When “Dragon Ball Z” finished its run in America in the late 90s, its popularity gave rise to a lot of anime that would be shown in the western world. As expected, many of them had a lot of focus on...

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Tropical Storm Elsa’s projected impacts and expectations

Carter Mudgett, Student Government Reporter Jul 4, 2021

Wreaking havoc throughout Haiti and the Dominican Republic this weekend, Tropical Storm Elsa is expected to pass by Key West, Florida late Monday and make landfall near Tampa.  The National Hurricane...

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Fireworks & fun: Local Fourth of July celebrations to enjoy in Jacksonville

Michael Tracey, Reporter Jul 2, 2021

Put some sunscreen on and ice the coolers because Independence Day celebrations are just around the corner. The city of Jacksonville plans to entertain residents this weekend with live music, games, and...

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