Volume 44, Issue 8. Today is

Distractions prove deadly for motorists

Alethea Gomez had just turned 17. A straight-A student, and an active member in clubs and her community; she was well known for her ambition and diligence. But on June 19, 2004, the normally astute young woman let her guard down...

other news...

features

Creative way to make a house a home

Everyone wants a home that looks nice and reflects their tastes. But for young adults’ budgets, busy schedules, and party-like tendencies it is often difficult to attain this goal. Young adult homeowners have two choices...


IDEAS AND OPINIONS

Tradition brings enjoyment, business to Valley

As Ian Johnson scampered into the end zone for the two-point conversion to cap off an improbable upset over powerhouse Oklahoma, the Boise State Broncos and their fans erupted in celebration. The pandemonium only escalated as Johnson...


sports

Young talent off to a fast start on the court

While for many Christmas break means a time to relax and get away from school, for the Mesa women’s basketball team, this winter break has been full of hard work. Since the December 5th break, the team has played 10 games, including...


UP-TO-DATE

MCC wins national award for student learning

The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), a Washington-based private, non-profit organization has awarded the 2007 CHEA Award for Institutional Progress in Student Learning Outcomes to Mesa Community College...