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UNF President Moez Limayem (right) holds hands with his wife, Dr. Alya Limayem (left) as they make their way across the campus to Lazzara Hall for his inauguration ceremony.

UNF president named one of the Jacksonville Business Journals’ 2023 Ultimate CEOs

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief Aug 18, 2023

Shortly after he wrapped up his first year as president of the University of North Florida, Moez Limayem was named one of 25 recipients of the Jacksonville Business Journal’s 2023 Ultimate CEO award...

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Fish swimming near a reef

Recent heat poses major threat for Florida’s marine life, UNF biology professor explains

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Jul 25, 2023

Extreme temperatures have been commonplace in Florida in recent weeks, putting one of the state’s already-vulnerable populations, its marine life, in even more danger. Jacksonville residents are familiar...

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Attendee stands to ask question at Jaguars huddle

Jaguars huddle events not “shying away” from proposed stadium renovation details

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Jun 20, 2023

The heavy rainfall outside didn’t dampen the mood inside of the Lakeview Room at Deerwood Country Club on Saturday when Jacksonville Jaguars team president Mark Lamping presented detailed plans of the...

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With renovations, the stadium will see its capacity decrease to 62,000 for NFL games, also boasting the ability to expand for select events.

Jaguars reveal plans to upgrade TIAA Bank Field, dubbed “Stadium of the Future”

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Jun 7, 2023

The Jacksonville Jaguars revealed renderings of what they call the “Stadium of the Future” on Wednesday, the culmination of a series of major potential upgrades to TIAA Bank Field. The renovations...

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From left to right: Gabriel Peralta, Ethan "Spud" Bond, Tyler Peterson and Andy Kirton, who comprise the band Photophobia along with drummer Byron Nelson.

Live from 5565; How Photophobia is challenging Jacksonville’s death metal expectations

Joseph Wolfe, Reporter Jun 5, 2023

An anticipative haze lingered in the air as the quintet stepped onstage. The audience, revved from sound-check alone, cheered the band’s name. When the sound technician had given the band a thumbs up,...

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Graphic reads "National Slavery & Human Trafficking Prevention Month" in big blue letters against a white background

January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month: What do you need to know?

Mallory Pace, News Editor Jan 24, 2023

Human trafficking is an increasingly prevalent crime that doesn’t look one specific way, which is why it’s happening under most people’s very noses.  Florida is ranked No. 3 in the U.S. for reported...

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Jaguars cornerback Darious Williams at training camp in 2022.

Jaguars look to continue miracle run against Chiefs in Divisional round

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Jan 20, 2023

The Jacksonville Jaguars have already made noise throughout the league with their opening-round comeback win against the Chargers, but Saturday’s challenge might be the biggest of this season. Arrowhead...

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Sign saying "sidewalk closed ahead cross here" on orange construction post

UNF offers details on construction on Alumni Drive

Nathan Turoff, Reporter Jan 18, 2023

Ospreys returning to the nest for the Spring 2023 semester were met with a potential inconvenience, as part of Alumni Drive had been blocked off with construction, limiting it to one lane. This closure...

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Josh Allen sacks Matt Ryan, who subsequently goes down.

Defense shines as Jaguars dominate Colts in home opener

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Sep 19, 2022

The Jacksonville Jaguars had their best performance in years on Sunday, shutting out the Indianapolis Colts in a wire-to-wire 24-0 shutout win. In life, some things are a given. The sky is blue. The...

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Malcolm Turnbull speaks behind a podium wearing a black suit and glasses

“We are not going to be bullied”: Malcolm Turnbull warns UNF audience of China’s push for control

Mallory Pace, Government Reporter Sep 15, 2022

To a crowd filled with a mix of University of North Florida (UNF) faculty, students and guests, former Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull gave a speech Wednesday night about the state of China,...

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A local’s guide to thrifting in Jacksonville

A local’s guide to thrifting in Jacksonville

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter Sep 9, 2022

Given you might want to buy things like underwear brand new, you never know what gem you may find at the local thrift shop. Second-hand apparel has thankfully become increasingly popular among Gen-Z over...

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Doug Peterson talking to the team

With the 2022 preseason in the books, hope is on the horizon for the Jaguars

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Sep 1, 2022

The Jacksonville Jaguars have wrapped up the 2022 preseason and look to charge full throttle into the inaugural campaign of new head coach Doug Pedersen.  The Jaguars played a total of four preseason...

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