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President Donald Trump speaks with Vice President Mike Pence as they arrive for a Fox News Channel virtual town hall, at the White House, Tuesday, March 24, 2020, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

Trump hoping to see US economy reopened by Easter amid virus

ZEKE MILLER and DARLENE SUPERVILLE, Associated Press Mar 24, 2020

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Tuesday he is hoping the United States will be reopened by Easter as he weighs how to relax nationwide social-distancing guidelines to put some workers back...

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UNF extends remote instruction through Summer A and C

UNF extends remote instruction through Summer A and C

Courtney Green, News Editor Mar 24, 2020

***You can share how COVID-19 is impacting you by emailing editors@unfspinnaker.com. Shared stories will be published on our site.*** On Tuesday, March 24, UNF announced the extension of remote instruction...

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The history of pandemics

Christian Ayers Mar 24, 2020

COVID-19, the virus formerly known as 2019-nCoV, has been identified by several monikers since it’s outbreak at the end of 2019. Global scale pandemics historically manifest at least once every century,...

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AP: Abe says IOC agrees '100%' that Olympics should be postponed

AP: Abe says IOC agrees ‘100%’ that Olympics should be postponed

Associated Press Mar 24, 2020

TOKYO (AP) — IOC President Thomas Bach has agreed "100%" to a proposal of postponing the Tokyo Olympics for about one year until 2021 because of the coronavirus outbreak, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo...

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AP: Virus pandemic an unprecedented test for a young generation

AP: Virus pandemic an unprecedented test for a young generation

MARTHA IRVINE, Associated Press Mar 23, 2020

***You can share how COVID-19 is impacting you by emailing editors@unfspinnaker.com. Shared stories will be published on our site.*** CHICAGO (AP) — For Jalen Grimes, the virus pandemic is stirring...

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UF alumnus sues Gov. DeSantis, demanded he close all beaches

Hannah Phillips, The Independent Alligator Mar 23, 2020

Gov. Ron DeSantis must issue an executive order to close beaches statewide, said a UF graduate in a lawsuit against the governor. Until he does, he said COVID-19 will continue to spread in the state.  Daniel...

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SG: Virtual breakfast with the Student Body President

Emily Echevarria, Government Reporter Mar 23, 2020

Over a breakfast of toast and Bold Bean coffee, Student Body President John Aloszka answered student questions on Instagram live on the morning of Sunday, March 22. Using the Student Government Instagram...

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AP: Over 1.5 billion globally asked to stay home to escape virus

LORI HINNANT and FOSTER KLUG, Associated Press Mar 23, 2020

PARIS (AP) — The hunt for masks, ventilators and other medical supplies consumed the U.S. and Europe, as more than 1.5 billion people — one-fifth of the world's population — were urged or ordered...

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Lend-A-Wing provides grab bags for students in need

Heydi Ortiz, Managing Editor Mar 19, 2020

It’s a hard time for those who still remain on campus. In an effort to help aid students, Lend-A-Wing will be providing grab bags outside of the Student Union.  According to SG president John Aloszka,...

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UNF creates UNF Student Emergency Relief Fund

Heydi Ortiz, Managing Editor Mar 18, 2020

Due to the ongoing impacts of COVID-19, the University of North Florida has created a fund for enrolled students who remain on campus and are dealing with unfortunate housing situations, food insecurity,...

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Housing and Residence Life update: COVID-19 housing request and possible refunds

Heydi Ortiz, Managing Editor Mar 18, 2020

The University of North Florida has sent out an email regarding the university's plan on how to deal with on-campus students who were asked to leave their dorms and relocate. The email answered many questions...

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Paid leave for OPS students not possible due to state legislation

Courtney Green, News Editor Mar 18, 2020

***If you are a student who works (OPS or otherwise) and will not be paid for time off, please share your story with editors@unfspinnaker.com*** After Student Government asked President Szymanski to grant...

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