Flagler College professor paddles 1,515 miles, sets record
An overgrown burial ground forty miles from civilization was not the most auspicious spot to meet a soon-to-be record-holder.
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Queen Beef: A promising garage punk band
A formidable smell of cigarettes and stale beer accompanied the crowded in a dimly lit venue called Nobby’s. Despite it’s dilapidated appearance, there was a particular comfort within the tired walls.
The Floridian: A true local experience
By Claire Almond and Brittany Will | gargoyle@flagler.edu
The Floridian, a local favorite, offers fresh from the farm southern comfort foods. The restaurant was opened three years ago by a Flagler alumnus and offers a little something for herbivores and omnivores.
Homeless struggle to obtain IDs, Social Security cards in Florida
In the state of Florida, homeless struggle to obtain IDs, Social Security cards.
Growing organic culture
Are chemicals a part of your daily diet?
New plan may herald change in St. Augustine’s historic Lincolnville
By Alexa Epitropoulos | gargoyle@flagler.edu
In comparison to the colorful, tourist-dotted realm of downtown St. Augustine, Lincolnville is, in some places, dilapidated and desolate.
Here the dings of red trolleys and the clacking of horse hooves are rarely heard. Small businesses and restaurants, which are plentiful downtown, are rare. Some houses are unkempt and have fallen into disrepair.
St. Francis Director helps homeless through tough love
By Alexa Epitropoulos | gargoyle@flagler.edu
Upon first glance, the St. Francis House, a light green, two-story townhouse bursting at the seams with color, appears more like a bed and breakfast than a refuge for the homeless. The differences aren’t only skin deep.
Director Renee Morris, like the St. Francis House, proves that appearances can be deceiving. A petite, well-dressed woman with an assertive, to-the-point demeanor, Morris can be intimidating to a stranger. Closer examination reveals an individual with a profound passion for helping others.
Future of the M&M Market
By Gargoyle Online News| gargoyle@flagler.edu
Adam Hunt asked citizens, the chief of police and a local business owner on their thoughts about the future of the M&M Market in Lincolnville.
Harvest of Hope fest postponed; foundation shooting for 2012
By Emily Hoover | ehoover@flagler.edu
Photos by Philip C. Sunkel IV | psunkel@flagler.edu
A third Harvest of Hope Festival is in the works for 2012, said Phil Kellerman, president of Gainesville-based Harvest of Hope Foundation.
Lack of time and resources prevent the foundation from holding a third festival this spring at the St. Johns County fairgrounds in Elkton.
Hurricane season ramping up
What Students Should Know About Preparation for the Storm
By Kelly Gibbs | gargoyle@flagler.edu
Art by Victoria Van Arnam
As Flagler students flood back into St. Augustine for the upcoming semester, tropical storms are whipping around the Atlantic with just as much vigor.