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Four teenagers dressed in long sleeved shirts. One is playing the trombone and another a saxophone. The instruments of the other two boys aren't visible.

In Photos: The Creative Renaissance of Boca De Oro

Photos by Christopher Michael and Dylan Burch A crowd made up of parents, young students, and performing arts professionals gathered in downtown Santa Ana on March 7 to enjoy a series of

March 30, 2026

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Dominant three-game sweep of Hornets extends Don’s winning streak to 10

The Santa Ana Dons took down the Fullerton College Hornets by a score of 6-3, completing a clean sweep of the Hornets on Saturday afternoon. This win wasn’t quite as dominant for

March 30, 2026

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Image of Knott's Berry Farm inverted Silver Bullet roller coaster, showing passengers hanging upside down, next to an image of passengers in a gentle boat ride through Storybook Land Canal at Disneyland. Both park logos are included along with a signpost using dollar signs to show that Disneyland costs more than Knott's Berry Farm.

More thrills, less bills: why Knott’s Berry Farm beats Disneyland for college students

Mickey Mouse or Charlie Brown? Snoopy or Goofy? Having money or being broke? If you live in Orange County, there are only two theme parks that really compete for your affection and

March 28, 2026

Raising Cane’s can break the bank but it’s worth it

Subway. Taco Bell. Chipotle. Besides a few exceptions like Kabo Kitchen and Epic Wings, the restaurants within walking distance of Santa Ana College are pretty trash. Don’t even get me started on

March 26, 2026

Split result for Dons in doubleheader against Cougars

Santa Ana Dons softball played a doubleheader on Wednesday against the College of the Canyons Cougars, winning the first game 5-3 before dropping the second 6-2. Freshman pitcher Ihilani Berard showed out

March 25, 2026

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A student looking at a web page with big 404 in the middle of the screen.

Website redesign leaves students in confusion, creates barriers

You’re not alone if you’ve been experiencing technical issues with the Santa Ana College website. A redesign began in February, and updates have begun rolling out. However, students and faculty have reported

March 24, 2026

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Female volleyball player jumps on sand court to block shot.

Dons blasted away by Lasers in five-match loss

The Santa Ana Don’s beach volleyball team suffered a series of defeats on Friday, losing all five of their matches against the Irvine Valley Lasers. The disappointing performances extend their losing streak

March 19, 2026

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A group of people standing outside the new Taco Nazo location in Santa Ana.

Taco Nazo is Santa Ana’s new go-to spot for fish tacos

Two years ago, I visited Mazatlán, known as the “Shrimp Capital of the World.” I ate fish tacos there, and at the time, I thought they were the best I’d ever eaten.

March 18, 2026

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Youth group in Boca de Oro t-shirts drum on upside down paint buckets.

A Community in Creative Renaissance at Boca de Oro

Performers could not be swept away by blustering winds when Boca de Oro, a culture and arts festival, returned on Saturday in Santa Ana to celebrate its 10th anniversary. As the community

March 16, 2026

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Chicano Heritage That Feels Like Home: A Student Walkthrough of the Vasquez Exhibit

As you enter the Chicano art exhibit, you can’t help but stop in front of a painting that looks familiar, not because you’ve seen the artwork before, but because it looks like

March 11, 2026

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