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Visit the Florida Black Heritage Trail

Shelby Senesac, News Editor Feb 9, 2021

In honor of Black History Month, take a trip back in time and explore the Florida Black Heritage Trail to learn more about Florida’s African American history. The trail works as a guide to all the different...

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Deputy Elections Commissioner Andrew Wills, Photo Courtesy of SG.

Deputy Elections Commissioner Andrew Wills on changes in leadership

Carter Mudgett, Government Reporter Feb 9, 2021

Earlier this week, Spinnaker spoke with Deputy Elections Commissioner Andrew Wills about recent changes in leadership, as well as his thoughts about the upcoming election. With the resignation of Darryl...

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In this screen shot from a YouTube video posted by the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri speaks during a news conference as Oldsmar, Fla., Mayor Eric Seidel, left, listens, Monday, Feb. 8, 2021, in Oldsmar, Fla. Authorities say a hacker gained access to Oldsmar's water treatment plant in an unsuccessful attempt to taint the water supply with a caustic chemical. (Pinellas County Sheriff's Office via AP)

AP: In Florida city, a hacker tried to poison the drinking water

FRANK BAJAK, Associated Press Feb 9, 2021

A hacker gained entry to the system controlling the water treatment plant of a Florida city of 15,000 and tried to taint the water supply with a caustic chemical, exposing a danger cybersecurity experts...

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LIVE: Donald Trump’s Impeachment Trial in Senate

Darvin Nelson, Editor-in-Chief Feb 9, 2021

The former US President, Donald J. Trump, is on trial to determine if he is responsible for the Capitol riots. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vtDavmp0Olo _______ For more information or news...

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Ashley Eckstein/Wes Jenkins Disney Springs Meet & Greet

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Reporter Feb 9, 2021

This past Monday, I took a little trip to Disney Springs near Orlando where they were holding a special meet and greet with Ashley Eckstein, the voice of Ahsoka Tano from “Star Wars,” and costume/apparel...

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UNF biology professor discusses climate change

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor Feb 9, 2021

Our planet is estimated to be home to 15 million different species, yet Earth continues to be misunderstood and put on the backburner by the very people it sustains. Myths about pressing issues such as...

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Cobra Kai: From rivals to allies

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Reporter Feb 9, 2021

“Cobra Kai” is one of the most talked-about shows in recent years. Made over 30 years after the original “The Karate Kid” series and even starring a lot of the original cast. This show has struck...

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Graphic Courtesy of the Solidarity Party.

UNF’s Solidarity Party

Carter Mudgett, Government Reporter Feb 8, 2021

A veteran of the UNF political scene, the Solidarity Party is once again campaigning for seats in Student Government this election. Their tagline, “Transparency, Representation, and Results,” continues...

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Photo of David Catone (upper left), Danielle Comeaux (middle left), Darryl Boyer (bottom left), Michael Keough (top right), Dillon Barber (middle right), Selma Besirevic (bottom right), Courtesy of the Charge Party.

UNF’s Charge Party

Carter Mudgett, Government Reporter Feb 8, 2021

Elections are fast approaching here at UNF as the numerous political parties are already actively campaigning across the campus. Compared to two in the last election, five parties are now competing for...

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UNF ranked top 50 best online undergraduate and graduate programs

UNF ranked top 50 best online undergraduate and graduate programs

Ketan Narotam, Police Reporter Feb 8, 2021

The University of North Florida ranked in the top 50 universities for having one of the best online programs in the nation, according to a recent 2021 ranking list by U.S. News & World Reports. UNF’s...

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Aromatherapy: Treatment for stress?

Mally Nichols, Reporter Feb 8, 2021

College students deal with a lot of stress throughout their academic careers. They experience ups and downs, anxiety and depression, and much more.  Students, especially now, are feeling isolated and...

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Black History Month spotlight: Amanda Gorman

Black History Month spotlight: Amanda Gorman

Morgan Jeremy, Reporter Feb 8, 2021

Amanda Gorman touched the hearts of Americans as she graced the capital steps to present her poem, “The Hill We Climb,” for President Joe Biden’s Inauguration. During a time of great national unrest,...

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