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Rock is different now, and I’m here for it

Imagine Dragons have been one of the most popular bands in the world since the 2010s. Musicians have increasingly stopped including the guitar in favor of synths, and traditional screaming-guitar-solo rock songs

by Maxwell Reed

May 4, 2026

Final game of softball season secured by Dons

The Santa Ana Dons faced off against the Golden West Rustlers during

After losing scholarship, Dons’ shortstop found new path toward Division 1 baseball

A sunset shines down on Don Sneddon Field as the last crack

Rough final series as Dons limp their way into playoffs

Although crowned solo champions of the Orange Empire Conference, the Santa Ana

Five women and one man pose for a group photo with the owners of Solana Bridal. A floral arch is in the background.

New bridal shop is opening doors for fashion students

Solana Bridal is a new bridal shop in Santa Ana housed inside

Offense fizzles out as Dons blow early lead to Rustlers

The Santa Ana Dons dropped just their fourth game of the season

Two men at a dais one is wearing a suit and is looking at the camera

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

The board of trustees voted unanimously last Monday night to form a

Historic season continues as Dons walk off Lasers to complete sweep

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

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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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A building with a red banner between two palm trees advertising open enrollment for a local public charter high school.

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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Three maintenece workers cover a colorful mural of Cesar Chavez and farmworkers on display in Santa Ana College.

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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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

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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Final game of softball season secured by Dons

The Santa Ana Dons faced off against the Golden West Rustlers during sophomore night in their final game of the season, winning in dominant

May 3, 2026

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After losing scholarship, Dons’ shortstop found new path toward Division 1 baseball

A sunset shines down on Don Sneddon Field as the last crack of the bat and pop of the glove mingle with the whistles

April 27, 2026

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Rough final series as Dons limp their way into playoffs

Although crowned solo champions of the Orange Empire Conference, the Santa Ana Dons were swept by the Golden West Rustlers in their final series

April 27, 2026

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Offense fizzles out as Dons blow early lead to Rustlers

The Santa Ana Dons dropped just their fourth game of the season after blowing a five-run lead to the Golden West Rustlers by a

April 22, 2026

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New bridal shop is opening doors for fashion students

Solana Bridal is a new bridal shop in Santa Ana housed inside a massive warehouse with open windows and gold accents and flowers and white walls. It gives New York minimalist loft