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Fire officials and campus security in front of Phillips Hall

Fire Department called to Phillips Hall

Reporting by Geovanni Esparza and Chris Treble Orange County Fire Authority put out a smoldering curtain in Phillips Hall that was ignited by a shining spotlight just before 10 a.m. Tuesday. Nobody

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October 15, 2024

Here’s what Santa Ana’s city council candidates said at their first public forum

Santa Ana mayoral and city council candidates took turns answering questions about

5 Latinx-owned coffee businesses in Santa Ana

The only thing that keeps me warm on a cold winter night

Last-minute heartbreak as Dons lose conference opener

The Santa Ana Dons lost to the Santiago Canyon Hawks in a

Gina Herrera’s found-object sculptures look like they’re coming alive

Sculptor Gina Herrera dreams of creating art works and placing them in

Students ride free with Metrolink: visit these four spots

Without a car traveling feels more like a chore than something to

Art exhibit lures attendees with unique pieces

Santa Ana College’s Art Gallery debuted “Three Strong Women” on Sep. 11,

Dons take down Vaqueros with late-game heroics

The Dons mounted a spirited comeback against the Vaqueros, winning 27-24, on

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Fire Department called to Phillips Hall

Reporting by Geovanni Esparza and Chris Treble Orange County Fire Authority put out a smoldering curtain in Phillips Hall that was ignited by a

October 15, 2024

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Here’s what Santa Ana’s city council candidates said at their first public forum

Santa Ana mayoral and city council candidates took turns answering questions about how to help the businesses and the people of Santa Ana at

October 14, 2024

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SAC Students learning to become automotive technicians

New automotive Bachelors degree coming fall 2026

Starting Fall 2026, students and automotive industry professionals in Southern California will have a new opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree at Santa Ana

September 23, 2024

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High school students boarding buses and transit vans to go home

Vista Meridian Global Academy will continue to rent campus classrooms until the end of the fall semester

A charter high school will continue to rent campus classrooms for its several hundred students until Rancho Santiago Community College District approves a lease

September 19, 2024

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FAFSA glitch still causing issues for mixed-status families

Officials have worked around a glitch in this year’s application for federal financial aid that stopped students with parents without Social Security numbers from

September 18, 2024

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Construction for LGBTQ+ Center begins this academic year

Construction of an anticipated center for LGBTQ+ identifying students in the Village is expected to begin in spring 2025. Officials said the new SAC

September 11, 2024

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Remembering Kathy Patterson Beloved SAC English Professor of 29 years

Kathy Patterson, retired English professor and former Honors Transfer Program coordinator, died July 26 after a long battle against rheumatoid arthritis and lung disease.

September 9, 2024

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Back to school recap: Thrive Center, construction, wasps and security escorts

Wasps found throughout campus By Lizett Gallos Students may notice active wasp nests around campus, such as around the Johnson Student Center. “[These types

September 4, 2024

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Last-minute heartbreak as Dons lose conference opener

The Santa Ana Dons lost to the Santiago Canyon Hawks in a tense match on Tuesday, 2-1 after a goal in the 90’ minute

October 7, 2024

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Dons take down Vaqueros with late-game heroics

The Dons mounted a spirited comeback against the Vaqueros, winning 27-24, on Saturday night. The game was highlighted by a game-saving fumble return touchdown

September 24, 2024

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Dons volleyball triumphs in five-set thriller

Santa Ana claimed an exhilarating five-set victory against San Diego City College on Monday, their last game before conference. Although the season started rocky,

September 19, 2024

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Dons lose first game of season at home

Santa Ana College women’s soccer lost 2-1 to Desert College on Friday. The Dons struggled in the beginning minutes of the first half as

September 18, 2024

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5 Latinx-owned coffee businesses in Santa Ana

The only thing that keeps me warm on a cold winter night is a hot cup of Café de olla resting in my palms. The cinnamon and piloncillo flavors mix together to