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Virtual slime cannons go off in the end zone after a touchdown during Nickelodeon's kid-focused broadcast of the NFL wild-card playoff game between the Chicago Bears and New Orleans Saints at the Superdome, Sunday,  Jan. 10, 2021 in New Orleans. The positive reviews for Nickelodeon's kids-focused broadcast of last Sunday's NFL playoff game showed the potential of alternate broadcasts of sporting events. The success of that broadcast has led to many wondering what other sports it could expand to and when we might see it again in the NFL? (CBS/Viacom via AP)

NFL targets younger audience with Nickelodeon broadcast of playoff game

Riley Platt, Reporter Jan 15, 2021

For most young kids, there’s nothing quite like watching your favorite cartoon. Some children are also drawn to sports at a young age. On Sunday, the NFL put together a special broadcast that could be...

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Photo by Jivko Georgiev on Unsplash.

The return of live music to the first coast

Jennifer Ronzon, Reporter Jan 15, 2021

Live music has made a triumphant return to the first coast after many long, quiet months. Artists have made up for lost time, with choices of shows to attend each week. Despite the excitement surrounding...

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How to take care of your low maintenance house plants

How to take care of your low maintenance house plants

Mally Nichols, Reporter Jan 15, 2021

For college students, it can be a struggle when housing options are not pet friendly or when you simply can’t afford the time or money to get a pet. Fortunately, many students find that buying plants...

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The JCPenney Suit Up event is back this semester

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor Jan 15, 2021

The JCPenney event that provides UNF students and alumni with discounts on career dress apparel is back. The sale is being held on Friday, Jan. 15 through Sunday, Jan. 17.   JCPenney, located...

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A guide to student discounts

Mally Nichols, Reporter Jan 14, 2021

Being a student can be costly and it’s difficult to balance funds when there’s so many different expenses to think about. Between rent, phone bills, food costs, entertainment, and so much more, where...

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The impact of big tech on free speech

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor Jan 14, 2021

After President Donald J. Trump was banned from his Twitter platform, the debate between whether this was a constitutional violation of freedom of speech caught fire. What do private third party media...

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Spinnaker’s Top five places to watch the sunset in Jacksonville

Morgan Jeremy, Reporter Jan 14, 2021

Sometimes after a long day of classes, there is nothing better than winding down and watching the sunset. Plus, in the time of COVID-19, it provides an excellent opportunity to get outside while staying...

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Tips for UNF residents on keeping yourself and your belongings safe

Shelby Senesac, News Editor Jan 14, 2021

No matter where you live, the possibility of burglary or theft lingers. What precautions can UNF residents take to avoid potential burglaries and thefts?  Last year, there were a number of burglaries...

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An artist’s illustration of antibodies (blue-green structures) attempting to latch onto the antigens on the outer surface of a coronavirus (red). Antibodies are one of the major players in the immune system’s attack against viruses. (Image courtesy of DARIAREN/ISTOCK/GETTY IMAGES PLUS)

Student Health Services processed as a COVID-19 vaccine provider

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor Jan 14, 2021

Last semester, students of UNF witnessed their traditional college experience change before their eyes as COVID-19 health and safety measures were enforced. It is now a new year, and a new season, yet...

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Struggling to find an internship? Don't feel alone.

Struggling to find an internship? Don’t feel alone.

Jennifer Ronzon, Reporter Jan 13, 2021

As the COVID-19 pandemic has continued, many students are struggling to find available internships because many businesses have opted to have employees work from home or have limited people in the workplace....

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Spoiler-filled review of Soul

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Reporter Jan 13, 2021

Now available on Disney Plus - Soul. This is the latest entry in Pixar’s ever-growing film library. When the trailer came out, people, including myself, didn’t know what to make of it. While it looked...

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Top 10 movies to look forward to in 2021

Top 10 movies to look forward to in 2021

Kyle McGovern, Reporter Jan 13, 2021

If you have been wondering what movies will be coming out this year, here are Spinnaker's top 10 movies that UNF students can look forward to watching in 2021. The year will be jam-packed with highly anticipated...

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