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Chancellor Martinez’s future at district uncertain as Board evaluates his performance

The board of trustees voted unanimously last Monday night to form a committee to evaluate Chancellor Marvin Martinez’s performance, a task that could conceivably result in the chancellor’s contract not being renewed.

by Geovanni Esparza

April 20, 2026

Historic season continues as Dons walk off Lasers to complete sweep

After the Dons couldn’t get the final three outs before blowing a

Three costumed individuals dance on stage holding umbrellas and wearing traditional Japanese kimonos.

In Photos: OC Japan Fair 2026

I took a trip to the OC Japan Fair in Costa Mesa.

Two home runs from Tomitaka power Dons past Chargers

The Santa Ana Dons struck hard and early, scoring five runs in

Winning streak snapped as Dons drop mistake-filled game to Chargers

The Santa Ana Dons hosted the Cypress Chargers in game one of

Rewind to analog: Five items that ground you in the present

Gen Z and Millennials have grown up in the digital world. Forced

Unstoppable force breaks down immovable object as Dons defeat Tigers

In a high-stakes matchup between the California No. 3 Santa Ana Dons

Our Lady of 121st Street at Phillips Hall is a convoluted play with tons of heart

A lone casket sits in the center of the funeral hall, watched

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Chancellor Martinez’s future at district uncertain as Board evaluates his performance

The board of trustees voted unanimously last Monday night to form a committee to evaluate Chancellor Marvin Martinez’s performance, a task that could conceivably

April 20, 2026

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Digital Media’s move to the library canceled, spaces in the A building considered

The Digital Media program’s highly anticipated move from an off-campus facility to a space on the main campus has been cancelled, leaving faculty concerned

April 2, 2026

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Protesters line Bristol Street in Santa Ana holding various anti-Trump signs.

Massive No Kings rally brings community together

More than 400 people gathered on the sidewalks and street corners near South Bristol Street and MacArthur Boulevard in Santa Ana for a massive

April 2, 2026

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Veterans Resource Center renamed in honor of John Acuña

Santa Ana College officially renamed its Veterans Resource Center as The John Acuña Veterans Resource Center during a recent ceremony held on March 26,

April 1, 2026

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Future of Cesar Chavez mural up for discussion

On the morning of March 19, Santa Ana College President Annebelle Nery sent an email to students and faculty at SAC announcing the immediate

April 1, 2026

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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

March 24, 2026

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Powerful artifacts from Black history displayed in “Forgotten Images” exhibit

A plantation bell from Louisiana stands in the middle of room 219 of the Johnson Student Center. For most visitors, it’s just another artifact.

March 9, 2026

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Priority Concerns Surround New S Building Security Doors

High-tech security doors will be installed on the East Wing of the S Building this June as part of a series of safety projects

March 4, 2026

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Historic season continues as Dons walk off Lasers to complete sweep

After the Dons couldn’t get the final three outs before blowing a five-run lead, freshman second-baseman Halii Dudoit would dig in with the winning

April 20, 2026

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Two home runs from Tomitaka power Dons past Chargers

The Santa Ana Dons struck hard and early, scoring five runs in the first to set the tone for a 9-6 victory to clinch

April 13, 2026

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Winning streak snapped as Dons drop mistake-filled game to Chargers

The Santa Ana Dons hosted the Cypress Chargers in game one of a three-game conference series, losing 15-4 on Tuesday afternoon. This snapped a

April 8, 2026

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Unstoppable force breaks down immovable object as Dons defeat Tigers

In a high-stakes matchup between the California No. 3 Santa Ana Dons and the No. 6 Riverside Tigers, the Dons were down to their

April 6, 2026

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In Photos: OC Japan Fair 2026

I took a trip to the OC Japan Fair in Costa Mesa. I still knew that I was at the Orange County Fairgrounds and that it was Easter weekend, but at several

Rewind to analog: Five items that ground you in the present

Our Lady of 121st Street at Phillips Hall is a convoluted play with tons of heart

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

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

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

A Community in Creative Renaissance at Boca de Oro

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

Shifting Lenses: A SAC Transfer Specialist’s Photography Journey

OC Shufflers are creating waves with free shuffling meetups

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Rewind to analog: Five items that ground you in the present

Gen Z and Millennials have grown up in the digital world. Forced online for two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the dependence on

April 6, 2026

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Our Lady of 121st Street at Phillips Hall is a convoluted play with tons of heart

A lone casket sits in the center of the funeral hall, watched over by a towering stained-glass image of the iconic Our Lady of

April 4, 2026

Jason Whitacre

It’s not about the awards, it’s about the discussions

Whenever award season comes around, you always have to sift through discussions in person and on social media about whether the Oscars are worth

April 2, 2026

Maxwell Reed

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

March 28, 2026

Clay Arritt

Chicken fingers, french fries, grilled bread and drink sitting on a counter.

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

March 26, 2026

Yancy Garcia

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