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Seven haunted places in Jacksonville

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor | Feb 25, 2021

Sometimes, buildings carry superstition with them as much as they carry history. If you’re someone who is interested in mysterious tales surrounding areas rumored to be haunted, this list is for you.  Many...

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How are telephone and online scammers cashing-in on the pandemic

How are telephone and online scammers cashing-in on the pandemic

Ketan Narotam, Police Reporter | Feb 25, 2021

The FBI warns that criminals are pumping out thousands of brand-new COVID-19 scams every day. These criminals aren’t missing an opportunity to cash-in on the pandemic.  COVID-19 themed scams are...

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Pokemon celebrates its 25th Anniversary

Jordan Ramos, Reporter | Feb 25, 2021

Pokemon’s 25th anniversary starts soon, and for the event, the company has many things planned throughout the year including music with many famous artists, new games, and new trading cards. The anniversary...

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The history of Black History Month

Jordan Ramos, Reporter | Feb 25, 2021

Black History Month is a celebration that many African-Americans take part in. It highlights the difficulties as well as the triumphs that the black community has faced throughout America’s history....

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How does UNF hold up on Rate My Professor?

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor | Feb 25, 2021

According to a recent poll conducted by Spinnaker, many students feel as if UNF offers bad advising, which is detrimental to the overall graduation rate of its students. While it still hasn’t been determined ...

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How to save money on travel

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor | Feb 24, 2021

For a while now, COVID-19 has halted travel plans, closed borders, and left people fantasizing about the days when they can officially travel again. While the pandemic is not over yet, brighter horizons...

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A guide to Jacksonville thrifting

Jennifer Ronzon, Intern | Feb 24, 2021

Thrifting serves as an ethical and affordable alternative to shopping. It’s a great way to reduce waste in the world of fast-fashion. It may require more effort than your average trip to the mall, but...

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BHM spotlight: Ella Fitzgerald

Morgan Jeremy, Reporter | Feb 23, 2021

Known as “The First Lady of Song,” Ella Fitzgerald was one of the most popular and influential jazz singers in the United States, winning 13 Grammy awards and selling over 40 million albums.  She...

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WandaVision plot theories

WandaVision plot theories

Jordan Ramos, Reporter | Feb 23, 2021

“WandaVision” has been a rollercoaster ride. Throughout the show's life, there have been many fan theories ranging from who is the true villain of the show to who exactly is Agnes?  These fan theories...

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FILE - In this July 7, 2020, file photo, crews attach straps to the statue Confederate General J.E.B. Stuart on Monument Avenue in Richmond, Va. At least 160 Confederate symbols were taken down or moved from public spaces in 2020. That's according to a new count the Southern Poverty Law Center shared with The Associated Press. (AP Photo/Steve Helber, File)

AP: SPLC: At least 160 Confederate symbols taken down in 2020

AARON MORRISON, Associated Press | Feb 23, 2021

NEW YORK (AP) — When rioters tore through the U.S. Capitol last month, some of them gripping Confederate battle flags, they didn’t encounter a statue of the most famous rebel general, Robert E. Lee. The...

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UNF’s Ignite Party

Carter Mudgett, Government Reporter | Feb 22, 2021

Once again, the UNF election season is in full swing as political parties campaign across campus. Spinnaker met with the Ignite Party to discuss their origins, goals, and initiatives. Having won most senate...

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BHM: Five Black female heroes

Ketan Narotam, Police Reporter | Feb 22, 2021

Every Black History Month, we celebrate the achievements of many African-Americans that include Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, and W.E.B. DuBois. No one can deny the contributions these Black men...

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