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These theme parks are classic summertime fixtures

The Tempest, Solano Community College, CA

17 hours ago by Melisandra Russell

With amusement park season upon us, the need for thrills is evident, but where are the best places to go?

Two nearby theme parks you might consider are Paramount's Great America in Santa Clara, or the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Both have a lot to offer in very different settings.

Solano celebrates Cinco de Mayo

The Tempest, Solano Community College, CA

18 hours ago by LaTasha Monique

On May 5, the ethnic studies program hosted a Cinco de Mayo celebration that featured Mexican food and music provided by DJ Latin Soul and live band Trio Los Lobos, who performed traditional Mexican music. The event marks Solano community college's first-ever Cinco de Mayo celebration.

Letter to the Editor

The American River Current, American River College, CA

1 day ago by Yuriy Popko

David Fisher, Student Association Director of Public Relations, wants us to think that the Christians Club has a conspiracy to take over the Student Government here at American River College. But let me give you the TRUTH: I was elected as a Student Representative on the Student Council this semester and what I learned while serving was that David Fisher actually had the largest coalition assembled ever for the elections that I am aware of.

Athletes gain first-priority registration

The Tempest, Solano Community College, CA

9 hours ago by LaTasha Monique

Almost without notice, Solano community college changed its registration priority sequence, pushing students who formerly had priority 1 registration further down the list. The change leaves some students wondering if registering later will make their stay at SCC longer than anticipated.

Coaches stand firm against recruitment plan

The Advocate, Contra Costa College, CA

1 day ago by Jeff Carillo

Under a proposed statewide recruitment plan, all community college athletic programs in California would be able to recruit athletes from anywhere in the state legally. "It's basically going to open up recruiting from anywhere up north in California all the way down to the border of Mexico," Contra Costa College Athletic Director John Wade said.

Don't quit, Hillary

The State Hornet, California State University, Sacramento, CA

1 day ago by Victor Nieto

TODAY

Warning: A catastrophic implosion is likely to occur to the Democratic Party in the event that Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton steps out of the race for the Democratic presidential nomination.

The prognosis seems inevitable as Sen. Clinton's campaign seems to be coming to an end.

Millions pledged to state

The Advocate, Contra Costa College, CA

1 day ago by Brett Abel

As a statement of the importance of California's community colleges to its citizens, a local organization made an unprecedented donation to the state's students. The San Francisco-based Bernard Osher Foundation made an announcement May 6 it would be donating $50 million to support scholarships in California's 109 community colleges.

PG&E rewards energy conservation efforts

The Advocate, Contra Costa College, CA

1 day ago by Lamar James

Thanks to the installation of campus solar panels and the energy they saved, Contra Costa College will be receiving more than $1 million in Pacific Gas & Electric rebates over the next five years, district officials say. The rebate will be given to CCC because of its conservation of more than 300 million kilowatts of energy, district project manager Teresa Greenwell said.

Teams fail to pass test

The State Hornet, California State University, Sacramento, CA

1 day ago by Chloe Daley

TODAY

Sacramento State's Intercollegiate Athletics Department adopted several new policies after 3.35 scholarships were taken away from all sports teams.

Student Association election called libelous

The American River Current, American River College, CA

11 hours ago by Eric Webb and Amber Sellnow

The conspiracy theory: The former Christian Civilization Club is attempting to take over the Student Association. Fact or Fiction?

Three candidates for the Spring 2008 election were sent "letters in the mail, telephoned and e-mailed" to come to the Board of Justice meeting May 9, according to BOJ Chairman Richard Greyeagle.