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Technicality brings Jax HRO back to the negotiating table

Siddie Friar, Intern Reporter | May 22, 2020

In 2017 the Jacksonville City Council approved a measure stating that anti-discrimination laws for the city would be amended to include sexual orientation, gender expression and gender identity under a...

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Workers continue construction on the Student Union steps Photo: Cameron Visconti

Construction at the Arena Parking Garage and the Student Union

John Watson, Sports Editor | May 22, 2020

Featured Image and Gallery: Cameron Visconti Small changes and construction at UNF's Jacksonville campus will be completed before students resume classes on-campus in the near future. The University...

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COVID-19 pushes JCPenney to file for bankruptcy

Nathan Turoff | May 22, 2020

The coronavirus’ latest victim is not a singular person or individual, but rather a large corporate entity. JCPenney, the iconic department store chain, has become the latest major company to file for...

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Pixies album: "Come On Pilgrim" review

Pixies album: “Come On Pilgrim” review

Sydney Chatani, Program Director | May 22, 2020

INTRODUCTION: “Come On Pilgrim” is the first studio release by American alt-rock band, the Pixies. One could argue that with this 1987 release, the Pixies predicted the alternative rock boom of...

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Small farms flourish through pandemic

Siddie Friar, Intern Reporter | May 21, 2020

The coronavirus has exposed the vulnerabilities and fragility of the U.S. food supply chain. Trips to the market during the pandemic have shown bare shelves, and signs indicating products can no longer...

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Folio closes its doors after 33 years

Siddie Friar, Intern Reporter | May 21, 2020

“A major piece of the puzzle that is the city’s culture has died,” wrote local historian and FSCJ professor, Tim Gilmore. He was writing about the closure of one of North Florida’s long-running...

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Olympics moved to summer of 2021

Olympics moved to summer of 2021

Darvin Nelson, Features Editor | May 21, 2020

The corona-virus has dramatically impacted sports worldwide. As many sports programs were paused, the Tokyo 2020 Olympics was no exception and will now be held next year, in July of 2021. The Olympics...

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The Walk-Ons talk Jacksonville sports, aggressive driving habits and chick flicks

The Walk-Ons talk Jacksonville sports, aggressive driving habits and chick flicks

John Watson, Sports Editor | May 20, 2020

First Coast News sports anchor and reporter Ben Murphy joined the Walk-Ons crew in this week’s episode to talk about his career in the TV industry and why he thinks rom-coms are better than sports movies.   [embedyt]...

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Blast from the past: Beverly Hills 90210

Blast from the past: Beverly Hills 90210

Darvin Nelson, Features Editor | May 20, 2020

Beverly Hills 90210 was one of the first teen dramas that greatly impacted American television. While on air, the show gained a large following and over the years, fans have been hoping for a successful...

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More restaurants make in-person dining available as state reopens

More restaurants make in-person dining available as state reopens

Breanna Cataldo, General Assignment Reporter | May 20, 2020

On May 15, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida restaurants, along with libraries, museums and retail stores, may serve customers at 50% capacity starting May 18.  Before this announcement,...

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The Last Dance review: a dramatic and emotional conclusion

John Watson, Sports Editor | May 19, 2020

The 10-part Michael Jordan documentary series concluded in dramatic fashion as the last two episodes of “The Last Dance” aired on Sunday night. Episode 9 Episode nine proved to be one of...

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UNF SDS urges students to email financial aid

UNF SDS urges students to email financial aid

Kaitlyn Bowers, Video Director | May 19, 2020

The University’s chapter of Students for a Democratic Society are urging students to contact financial aid in regards to students receiving refunds for additional fees due to COVID-19. On May 18, the...

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