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Downtown Jacksonville Landing View of St.Johns River.

UNF PORL releases results from poll on Lot J construction, Jaguars leadership approval rating

John Watson, Sports Editor Dec 3, 2020

What do Jacksonville residents think about Lot J construction, Shad Khan’s approval rating and Lenny Curry’s time in office? The UNF Public Opinion Research Lab (PORL) conducted a recent poll of Jacksonville...

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Ospreys fall to Seminoles without Hendricksen; Driscoll excited for upcoming games

John Watson, Sports Editor Dec 3, 2020

While their opening four games of the season haven't exactly been walkovers, the Birds of Trey are continuing to improve, even following a 28 point loss to ranked Florida State.  While 86-58 may be...

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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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Gov. Desantis’ new “Anti-mob” bill

Nathan Turoff, Student Government Reporter Dec 2, 2020

A few weeks ago, Florida Governor Ron Desantis proposed a change to the state’s controversial “Stand Your Ground” law as part of his “anti-mob” legislation in response to the civil unrest following...

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Photo by Charles DeLoye via Unsplash.

What are President-elect Biden’s policy proposals on higher education?

Hayley Simonson, Police Reporter Dec 2, 2020

The weight of student loan debt continues to grow heavier as it hits $1.5 trillion, which is now more than Americans owe to credit card companies. President-elect Joe Biden has spoken about his higher...

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Delicious gingerbread men recipe

Delicious gingerbread men recipe

Morgan Jeremy, Reporter Dec 2, 2020

As we get closer to Christmas, one of the best ways to get into the holiday spirit is to start baking. Here’s a recipe for a classic Christmas favorite to get you started.  Here are the ingredients...

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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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President Donald Trump participates in a video teleconference call with members of the military on Thanksgiving, Thursday, Nov. 26, 2020, at the White House in Washington. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

AP: Trump headed to Georgia as turnout driver, but also a threat

BILL BARROW and ALAN FRAM, Associated Press Dec 1, 2020

ATLANTA (AP) — Some establishment Republicans are sounding alarms that President Donald Trump's conspiratorial denials of his own defeat could threaten the party's ability to win a Senate majority and...

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Can COVID patients' organs be donated?

Can COVID patients’ organs be donated?

Aloe Suarez, Features Reporter Dec 1, 2020

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Over 100,000 men, women, and children remain on the transplant waiting list as of this year, and during this pandemic, the delay may be longer. According to the U.S. Government...

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The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership is expected to connect trade routes for about 30% of the world's population (Image from Wikipedia).

A look into the RCEP trade deal and why it matters

Hayley Simonson, Police Reporter Nov 30, 2020

Potentially the largest free trade agreement in history, the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) was signed earlier this month by 15 countries, and the United States was not one of them....

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Image Courtesy of St. Augustine Lighthouse Archaeological Maritime Program.

Shipwreck unearthed at St. Augustine

Nathan Turoff, Student Government Reporter Nov 30, 2020

Earlier this month, an 1800’s shipwreck was uncovered at Crescent Beach in St. Augustine. Beach erosion and changing tides led to the discovery of the wreck. The St. Augustine Lighthouse Archaeological...

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FILE - This May 4, 2020, file photo provided by the University of Maryland School of Medicine, shows the first patient enrolled in Pfizer's COVID-19 coronavirus vaccine clinical trial at the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore. On Monday, Nov. 9, 2020, Pfizer said an early peek at its vaccine data suggests the shots may be 90% effective at preventing COVID-19. (Courtesy of University of Maryland School of Medicine via AP, File)

What to expect with the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine

Hayley Simonson, Police Reporter Nov 30, 2020

The continuous race to finalize and distribute the COVID-19 vaccine may be nearing its end, but at the finish line, there are those that are quickly lining up to receive it, while others are shaken...

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