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How to save money on travel

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor Feb 24, 2021

For a while now, COVID-19 has halted travel plans, closed borders, and left people fantasizing about the days when they can officially travel again. While the pandemic is not over yet, brighter horizons...

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A guide to Jacksonville thrifting

Jennifer Ronzon, Intern Feb 24, 2021

Thrifting serves as an ethical and affordable alternative to shopping. It’s a great way to reduce waste in the world of fast-fashion. It may require more effort than your average trip to the mall, but...

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Florida ranked as one of the worst states for human trafficking

Shelby Senesac, News Editor Feb 24, 2021

Florida can’t seem to keep its name off of any lists that involve ‘the worst’ out of a ranking of states or areas. Florida was once again recognized as one of 'the worst’ at something. However,...

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A vehicle rests on its side after a rollover accident involving golfer Tiger Woods along a road in the Rancho Palos Verdes section of Los Angeles on Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021. Woods suffered leg injuries in the one-car accident and was undergoing surgery, authorities and his manager said. (AP Photo/Ringo H.W. Chiu)

AP: Tiger Woods seriously injured in crash on steep LA-area road

STEFANIE DAZIO and DOUG FERGUSON, Associated Press Feb 24, 2021

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Tiger Woods crashed his SUV on sweeping, downhill road in the Los Angels suburbs Tuesday morning, and doctors tried to stabilize “significant” injuries to his right leg with rods...

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BHM spotlight: Ella Fitzgerald

Morgan Jeremy, Reporter Feb 23, 2021

Known as “The First Lady of Song,” Ella Fitzgerald was one of the most popular and influential jazz singers in the United States, winning 13 Grammy awards and selling over 40 million albums.  She...

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WandaVision plot theories

WandaVision plot theories

Jordan Ramos, Reporter Feb 23, 2021

“WandaVision” has been a rollercoaster ride. Throughout the show's life, there have been many fan theories ranging from who is the true villain of the show to who exactly is Agnes?  These fan theories...

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FILE - In this July 7, 2020, file photo, crews attach straps to the statue Confederate General J.E.B. Stuart on Monument Avenue in Richmond, Va. At least 160 Confederate symbols were taken down or moved from public spaces in 2020. That's according to a new count the Southern Poverty Law Center shared with The Associated Press. (AP Photo/Steve Helber, File)

AP: SPLC: At least 160 Confederate symbols taken down in 2020

AARON MORRISON, Associated Press Feb 23, 2021

NEW YORK (AP) — When rioters tore through the U.S. Capitol last month, some of them gripping Confederate battle flags, they didn’t encounter a statue of the most famous rebel general, Robert E. Lee. The...

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UNF’s Ignite Party

Carter Mudgett, Government Reporter Feb 22, 2021

Once again, the UNF election season is in full swing as political parties campaign across campus. Spinnaker met with the Ignite Party to discuss their origins, goals, and initiatives. Having won most senate...

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BHM: Five Black female heroes

Ketan Narotam, Police Reporter Feb 22, 2021

Every Black History Month, we celebrate the achievements of many African-Americans that include Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, and W.E.B. DuBois. No one can deny the contributions these Black men...

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Asteroid scheduled to pass Earth

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor Feb 22, 2021

Get your telescopes ready, because on March 21, 2021 an asteroid under the name 2001 FO32 is scheduled to swoop past Earth. This is the biggest and fastest asteroid to pass Earth this year. The asteroid...

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WandaVision episode seven spoiler review

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Reporter Feb 22, 2021

It took a while, but we’ve finally caught up to the present day on “WandaVision”.  After the events of the last episode, Wanda decides to have a day to herself while her neighbor Agnes agrees...

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FILE - In this Feb. 19, 2021, file photo, people wait in line at a 24-hour, walk-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic hosted by the Black Doctors COVID-19 Consortium at Temple University's Liacouras Center in Philadelphia. At least for now, U.S. health authorities say after being vaccinated, people should follow the same rules as everybody else about wearing a mask, keeping a 6-foot distance and avoiding crowds even after they’ve gotten their second vaccine dose. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)

AP: What’s safe after COVID-19 vaccination? Don’t shed masks yet

LAURAN NEERGAARD, Associated Press Feb 22, 2021

You’re fully vaccinated against the coronavirus — now what? Don’t expect to shed your mask and get back to normal activities right away. That’s going to be a disappointment, if not a shock,...

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