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How to celebrate the holidays while social distancing

How to celebrate the holidays while social distancing

Erik Feliciano, Reporter | Dec 7, 2020

With Christmas and the New Year around the corner, it's important to spend time with your family. Keeping in mind the importance of social distancing, here are some fun ways you can spend your holiday...

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Local farm offers introduction to outdoor gardening class

Local farm offers introduction to outdoor gardening class

Hayley Simonson, Police Reporter | Dec 3, 2020

White Harvest Farms in Jacksonville is inviting the public to attend a class on outdoor gardening next Friday, Dec. 11, 2020 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The staff will go over ways to create and maintain your...

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Track-by-track review of ‘uncertain/ty’ by bandanna

Track-by-track review of ‘uncertain/ty’ by bandanna

Carissa Marques, Creative Services Director | Dec 3, 2020

You might have heard that Spinnaker Media is, “run by students for students.” That doesn’t just apply to our news department, but radio as well. Though UNF students are our target audience, we’re...

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Photo from Deck the Chairs’ Facebook.

Deck the Chairs holiday beach event

Darvin Nelson, News Editor | Dec 2, 2020

Deck the Chairs is an annual celebration in Jacksonville Beach in which citizens display beautifully decorated lifeguard chairs. People come from across state lines to see these creative chairs. “Free...

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Comedian Brian Regan talks college days and favorite venues

Comedian Brian Regan talks college days and favorite venues

Kaitlyn Bowers, Features Editor | Dec 1, 2020

Comedian Brian Regan may be coming up on 30 years in the business, but these days, it feels more like 140 years. Regan’s love of comedy came about in his college years. However, like many of us Ospreys,...

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Your holiday guide to 25 days of Christmas movies

Your holiday guide to 25 days of Christmas movies

Hayley Simonson, Police Reporter | Nov 28, 2020

If there’s one thing the year 2020 has taught us, it’s how to stay inside, sit on the couch, and watch movies for hours. If you’re feeling the blues from the chaos of this year, here are some cheerful...

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Most anticipated Christmas gifts of 2020

Most anticipated Christmas gifts of 2020

Hayley Simonson, Police Reporter | Nov 28, 2020

With the holiday season just around the corner, people are already debating on gift options for their family and friends.  Here are some popular gift ideas that have a good chance of being seen under...

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The history of Black Friday

The history of Black Friday

Aloe Suarez, Reporter | Nov 27, 2020

Black Friday is known for its kooky product deals, rampaging customers, and protracted lines— all within the day after Thanksgiving or even that same evening. This social holiday has a more in-depth...

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Crock-pot pumpkin cinnamon roll recipe

Crock-pot pumpkin cinnamon roll recipe

Morgan Jeremy, Reporter | Nov 27, 2020

If you are anything like me, a huge part of the holidays is being able to try a variety of new and festive recipes to get into the spirit of the season. If you want to try a creative twist on a Thanksgiving...

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cursed films

‘Cursed Films’ reviews ‘The Craft: Legacy’

Kaitlyn Bowers, Features Editor | Nov 26, 2020

Join Katie, Ella, and special guest Carly as they review the sequel to the hit 90’s film “The Craft.” The full episode can be viewed below. https://youtu.be/raSq6uVYp-g __ For more information...

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Orgins of Thanksgiving

Darvin Nelson, News Editor | Nov 26, 2020

Many remember Thanksgiving as a heart-warming 24 hours about scarfing down delicious turkey and spending time with family and friends. But there is some controversy about how the warm holiday is portrayed,...

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COVID-19 and Black Friday

COVID-19 and Black Friday

Erik Feliciano, Reporter | Nov 25, 2020

With the holidays quickly approaching that also means Black Friday is on the way too. So while you may not want to miss out on those sweet deals, it's important to remember to stay safe and be as careful...

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