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UNF announces plans to fully re-open in fall semester

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor Mar 16, 2021

Last week, UNF announced that it plans to return to “pre-COVID ” university operations in the fall semester. An email was sent out to all students by the university’s marketing team. This...

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Update on UNF's pool construction

Update on UNF’s pool construction

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor Jan 28, 2021

One of the most interesting sights to behold post winter break for returning students was the large fence tarps and construction behind the Wellness Center adjacent to the Field House. For the hundreds...

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Future service dog trains at UNF

Kaitlyn Bowers, Video Director Jan 11, 2020

Dogs have always been seen as man’s best friend, as they are lovable, loyal and goofy. However, some dogs are meant to serve a higher purpose. Zina is one of these dogs. At just 6 months old, Zina...

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Should you avoid writing the year as '20' on checks?

Should you avoid writing the year as ’20’ on checks?

Kaitlyn Bowers, Video Director Jan 7, 2020

It is common practice for most people to date a check or legal document in the MM/DD/YY format, omitting the first two digits of the year, but with the arrival of the new year, is it actually better to...

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What's going on with net neutrality?

What’s going on with net neutrality?

Kaitlyn Bowers, Video Director Dec 13, 2019

Net neutrality was repealed over two years ago, and it is still a topic of contention in the US, especially following the October Court of Appeals decision regarding the issue. What is the history of net...

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PAWS Your Stress at the Library

Kaitlyn Bowers, Video Director Dec 10, 2019

Finals week is here, and the Thomas. G. Carpenter library started it off right by giving students a chance to play with puppies between exams. The library held a PAWS Your Stress day, where students...

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Performer at Fall 2019 Battle of the Bands. Photo by Romario.

Missed Battle of the Bands? Here’s a recap

Alex Bowman, Police Reporter Oct 20, 2019

This article was updated October 21, 2019 at 11:37 a.m.  Jason Tidman, also known as “Tiddy,” a Jax-based DJ, won this year's Battle of the Bands this past Friday night and will be the first performer...

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Hurricane Isaias' projected path, per National Hurricane Center

Do you know your evacuation zone?

Kaitlyn Bowers, Video Director Aug 28, 2019

Hurricanes are extremely unpredictable and while there isn’t an evacuation order currently in effect, it is important to know where you need to go if things take a turn for the worse. Luckily, there...

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Courtesy of Marvel Studios

What we got from the latest “Avengers: Endgame” trailer

David Eckstein Apr 4, 2019

It’s finally that time of year. April has set in on us and “Avengers: Endgame” is right around the corner. The latest teaser manages to show so much while also remaining vague enough to elevate fans...

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Graphic by Aisling Glocke.

National Burrito Day deals to look out for

Aisling Glocke, Managing Editor Apr 4, 2019

It’s April 4, or as any Mexican food lover knows it as; National Burrito Day. It is the one day of the year Mexican chain restaurants nationwide compete for the best deals and lure customers in with...

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Osprey Productions announced DRAM as another headliner for Oz Music Fest

Hannah Lee Mar 27, 2018

  Osprey Productions announced DRAM will be performing at Oz Fest on April 13. He is known for his songs "Broccoli" and "Cha Cha". Along with DRAM, OP has announced Desiigner as one of...

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 Courtesy of WPLG Local10.com

FIU bridge collapses, multiple injured and dead

Alexandra Torres-Perez Mar 15, 2018

A 950-ton pedestrian bridge collapsed at Florida International University in the Miami area on Thursday afternoon. There were several cars trapped underneath the FIU-Sweetwater bridge as well as...

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