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AP: Virus threat: Florida governor declares state of emergency

AP: Virus threat: Florida governor declares state of emergency

BOBBY CAINA CALVAN, Associated Press | Mar 10, 2020

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Swift-moving developments over the new coronavirus ricocheted across Florida's Capitol as Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency Monday and lawmakers disrupted their...

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The words "Police Beat" are written in red and white, surrounded by a white square outline. In the background, a University of North Florida Police Department cruiser is tinted blue.

Police beat: D&D, a soap dispenser was dispensed of, and a violent threat

Courtney Green, News Editor | Mar 10, 2020

D&D ends with a hospital visit Drunk & Disorderly, that is. A man had a little too much to drink and found himself at Shands hospital. On February 27, three UPD officers were dispatched...

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SG seeks Sawmill Slough Expansion

Emily Echevarria, Student Government Reporter | Mar 9, 2020

Most universities in Florida can’t boast that they have over 300 acres of protected green space directly on campus-- but UNF can. The Sawmill Slough, a 383 acre nature preserve located right on campus,...

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Video: How to properly wash your hands

Emily Echevarria | Mar 9, 2020

***Video done by Brett Nweeia and Aisling Glocke*** The Coronavirus has been reported in over 100 countries and has now made its way to Florida. In an effort to help slow the spread of the virus,...

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SG proposes a new plan for student employee wage increase

Emily Echevarria, Student Government Reporter | Mar 9, 2020

Earlier this semester, Student Government approved budget changes to raise the minimum wage to $9 for student employees funded by the A&S Fee. Now, SG is seeking to make this the minimum wage for all...

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Castlevania season 3 review

Castlevania season 3 review

Erik Feliciano, General Assignment Reporter | Mar 9, 2020

By killing off the main villain in the second season, you would think that things would calm down a bit but that would just be wishful thinking. Season three really just sets up for what is to come and...

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Food trucks parked in covered bays. Photo credit Christian Ayers.

Ever wondered where food trucks go to sleep?

Christian Ayers | Mar 9, 2020

[Full disclaimer: The reporter for this story, Christian Ayers, works part time for a local food truck. The truck is not featured in any images or referenced in the article.] It takes a lot to run a...

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Ten-run fifth inning powers Chippewas past Ospreys

Ten-run fifth inning powers Chippewas past Ospreys

Tyler Prom | Mar 8, 2020

Featured image by: Darvin Nelson The Ospreys had a tough time finding holes in the Central Michigan defense, coming up short in the final contest of the four-game series, 15-5. Central Michigan’s...

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Overtime surge pushes Ospreys to ASUN Semifinal

Overtime surge pushes Ospreys to ASUN Semifinal

Zach Yearwood, Sports Reporter | Mar 8, 2020

Featured image by: Zach Yearwood College basketball in the third month of the year is called March Madness for a reason. Sunday’s ASUN Quarterfinal game between the Jacksonville Dolphins and North...

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Costly errors hinder Ospreys in Saturday doubleheader

Costly errors hinder Ospreys in Saturday doubleheader

John Watson, News Director | Mar 7, 2020

Errors, stranded baserunners, and a streaky Zach Lechnir were a recipe for disaster in a two-game doubleheader sweep by the Central Michigan Chippewas. The games were both an abbreviated seven inning...

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Environmental club promotes reduction of single-use plastic with creative signs

Environmental club promotes reduction of single-use plastic with creative signs

Darvin Nelson, Features Editor | Mar 7, 2020

The Environmental Advocacy Reach (EAR) placed signs promoting the reduction of single-use plastic around campus. The signs were made from cardboard and plastic materials and display messages about the...

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AP: As virus outbreaks multiply, UN declines to declare pandemic

MARIA CHENG, Associated Press | Mar 7, 2020

LONDON (AP) — As cases of the coronavirus surge in Italy, Iran, South Korea, the U.S. and elsewhere, many scientists say it's plain that the world is in the grips of a pandemic — a serious global outbreak. The...

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