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Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, social media usage increased substantially and it is now more important than ever to protect yourself from misinformation.
Yan Su, doctoral candidate in the Murrow College of Communication, found that people were believing COVID-19 was created in a lab and Bill Gates already had access to the vaccine and was going to sell it to the highest bidder.
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The Gainesville Sun
TODAY
AN INTIMATE SERIES: Heartwood Soundstage has added a new streaming series to its offerings. According to the venue, “There is something special about the way a song can connect us to a moment, to each other and to the world outside our own experiences. There are few things more visceral than hearing an artist pour their heart out in a song, and the effect can be profound. Now, more than ever, we need connection. When the whole world melts away and you become part of a shared experience, something magical happens. It reaffirms our humanity and connects us in a deep way.” “Songs from the Heart” is dedicated to celebrating the songs and songwriters that connect every person to others. Beginning at 8 p.m. most Fridays this fall and early winter, the artists will talk about the process of writing a great song, share an intimate experience and offer new tunes. Airing online at heartwoodsoundstage.com, the venue will pair two diverse songwriters as they t
The Gainesville Sun
MUSIC
Music Under the Stars: 7-9 p.m. today, Celebration Pointe, Celebration Pointe Avenue. Free. (celebrationpointe.com) Late Night Delivery will perform as part of a series of concerts by bands and musicians who were rescheduled.
“Songs from the Heart”: Online 8 p.m. today, heartwoodsoundstage.com. Tickets: Pay what you can. (heartwoodsoundstage.com) Artists will talk about the process of writing a great song, share an intimate experience and offer new tunes. The venue will pair two diverse songwriters as they tell the stories that inspired their music. Funds will support the musicians. Heartwood also will open its outside deck at 619 S. Main St. during the performances. BYOB social distancing and masks are required. Tonight’s stream will feature Pierce Pettis and Jordan Foley.