Ben Ross shines in the spotlight
Joe Llorin, Staff Writer
October 28, 2011
Open your eyes, San Diego: there’s a rising star in the local music scene and he’s looking to paint the town a new coat with his musical swagger. Born and raised in his hometown of Fort Lauderdale, Ben Ross grew up with the dream to be a famous musician. However, because he “felt out of place”... Read more »
Locally Sourced Meals: Graffiti eggplant adds artistic aspect to pizza
Lauren J. Mapp, Features Editor
October 25, 2011
As the peak season comes to a close, stands at the farmers markets in San Diego are full to the brim with eggplants in all varieties, colors and sizes. Originally found as a wild crop in India, eggplants were first cultivated in China before being brought over to Europe during the Middle Ages, according... Read more »
Tre Porcellini customers squeal with delight
Lauren J. Mapp, Features Editor
October 25, 2011
It may have an adorable name inspired by a children’s fairy tale, but don’t let that convince you that Tre Porcellini can’t huff and puff your socks off, located in Hillcrest at 1417 University Ave. From the cute little pigs in the logo to the Northern Italian-style fare, this ten month old restaurant... Read more »
Flamenco’s majestic beauty fills Apolliad Theatre
Serapio Alvarez, Staff Writer
October 25, 2011
The flamenco performance slide show of pictures is available here. A spectacular flamenco performance was provided through song and dance as the audience watched in astonishment at the San Diego Mesa College Apolliad Theatre on Oct. 12. The atmosphere was set by the dim lighting, which provided a romantic... Read more »
Athletics retirees continue involvement at Mesa
Lauren J. Mapp, Features Editor
October 25, 2011
After more than 20 years of service to San Diego Mesa College apiece, Head Athletic Trainer Sue Lalicker, former track and field Coach Arnie Robinson and former Physical Education Department Chair Jerry Milburn have begun the relaxing road to the life of retirement. “You know, all three of them have... Read more »
Rascally Raccoons
Ryan Young, Contributing Artist
October 25, 2011
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Senior Secretary dies in hospital
Andrew R. Fergin, Editor-in-Chief
October 25, 2011
Joyce Skaryak, Senior Secretary of Learning Resources and Instructional Support died Oct. 17 at the Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in Mission Valley of a brief illness. Born in Upland, Calif., Skaryak joined Mesa College in 1974. She held a number of positions including Classified Staff President.... Read more »
Counter Point: California’s medical marijuana debate lights up
Erik Ysea, Opinion Editor
October 25, 2011
Current marijuana dispensaries are burnt out The War on Drugs has been a treacherous and fruitless series of battles over the past couple decades. It’s become apparent that we will never see the end of this war; however, that does not mean the United States should simply surrender. California’s medicinal... Read more »
Point: California’s medical marijuana debate lights up
Justin Wells, Staff Writer
October 25, 2011
Medicinal marijuana should stay. Shortly after a San Diego Judge ordered that nine medical marijuana dispensaries are to be shut down, the U.S. Attorney’s office decided to take it a step further by ordering the closure of dispensaries from San Francisco to San Diego. On Oct. 7 the U.S. Attorneys from... Read more »
Staff Editorial: NYPD profiles Muslims
October 25, 2011
Recently, the New York Police Department infiltrated Brooklyn College and other surrounding schools in a covert operation to scrutinize and survey Muslim student groups, according to police records obtained by The Associated Press. These documents revealed that secret undercover investigators were placed... Read more »
