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US sends military in response to migrant caravan

Steven Thompson Nov 8, 2018

The Pentagon is sending more than 7,000 U.S. troops to the Southwest border to support Customs and Border Protection agents, in response to the massive migrant caravan that is heading to the U.S. According...

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The perfect fall escape: The Jacksonville Fair is only here for a few more days

Jessica May Nov 8, 2018

The smell of fried food and the sound of screaming riders is only in town for a few more days. The Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair is ending soon, but if you still want to go, there is time....

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Photo by Garrett Milanovich

UNF Men’s Basketball season opener preview

DeAndre Pearson Nov 7, 2018

  The North Florida Ospreys kick off their 2018-2019 basketball season on the road against the Dayton Flyers. After losing in the ASUN Semifinals to FGCU, North Florida returns with a revamped roster...

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Thousands of migrants are heading towards the U.S. border. Courtesy Associated Press YouTube.

OPINION: The migrant caravan myths are the real danger

Noah Meyer, Opinions Editor Nov 7, 2018

In actual, material reality, the “Migrant Caravan” is a non-issue. A couple thousand of desperate, mistreated human beings have embarked on a dangerous journey north, some with the goal of seeking...

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Gov. Rick Scott (left) Sen. Bill Nelson (right) Photo courtesy Creative Commons

Bill Nelson calls for recount following race that was considered “too close to call” against Rick Scott

Sam Chaney, Managing Editor Nov 7, 2018

As the election results rolled in on the night of Nov. 6, Rick Scott declared himself Florida's new Senator around midnight, despite the fact Bill Nelson had not yet formally conceded the race. Sen. Nelson,...

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Reserved parking in the arena garage.

Changes in parking this week

Aleema Jack Nov 7, 2018

It is a busy week of events at UNF. On Nov. 7, twenty spaces on the fourth floor of Arena Garage will be allotted for those attending the Physical Therapy Employer Showcase from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. On...

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Gov. Rick Scott. Creative Commons

The race is over: Rick Scott wins Florida Senate

Aisling Glocke Nov 7, 2018

After weeks of campaigning, Republican Governor Rick Scott has won the vote for Florida’s Senate. On Nov. 6, it was announced that Scott beat opponent Senator Bill Nelson in the race for Florida Senate....

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Graphic by Sam Chaney

Amendments 6, 10 and 11 pass

Sam Chaney, Jessica May, and Aisling Glocke Nov 7, 2018

Amendment 6: Victim Rights and Judge Retirement Ages Floridians voted on November 6, 2018 to pass Amendment 6 that will change victims’ rights, raise the current retirement age on Florida judges,...

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Jimmy Patronis elected Florida’s Chief Financial Officer

Jimmy Patronis elected Florida’s Chief Financial Officer

Sam Chaney, Managing Editor Nov 7, 2018

As the polls started to close out and Floridian voters tuned in to learn who would be leading the state’s financial future, it was finally announced on the evening of Nov. 6 that Jimmy Patronis had been...

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Ron DeSantis answers questions for the press with his supporters by his side.

DeSantis takes Florida, replaces Rick Scott as governor

Sam Chaney, Managing Editor Nov 6, 2018

As the night progressed on Nov. 6, the polls only tightened and the stakes only continued to rise. However, despite the consistent neck-in-neck race following the primary election in August, Republican...

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Graphic by Sam Chaney

Amendments 2, 5 and 7 passed

Sam Chaney, Aisling Glocke, and Jessica May Nov 6, 2018

Amendment 2: Permanent Cap on Nonhomestead Parcel Assessment Increases Amendment This proposal was designed to place a permanent 10 percent cap on the annual increase of non-homestead property tax assessments...

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Graphic by Sam Chaney

Amendments 3, 12, and 13 pass

Sam Chaney and Jessica May Nov 6, 2018

Amendment 3: Voter Control of Gambling in Florida Amendment 3 decides who gets the exclusive right to decide whether or not a new casino can open in the Sunshine State: the voters or the Florida Legislature. In...

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