By Elizabeth Taylor |Staff Writer| With almost a decade gone by and still no changes are being implemented, I feel that it is only necessary that I share with you a story that could change or even possibly save a life. Nothing can prepare oneself for the oncoming of bad news; it’s obvious the news is bad because eyes are overwhelmed with tears on the brink of explosion, the head is low and a weak voice struggling to let out the terror that haunts her. I like to think of myself as a strong woman, someone my kids can look up and be proud to call me their mom; but nothing has ever tested the strength of my will like the day my mom told me she was raped. Shock—How could this of … [Read more...] about Protect Yourself: Cautionary Tale
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The Coffee Craze and Tonyan
By Elizabeth Taylor |Staff Writer| Delicious drinks, tasty snacks and relaxing vibes have High Desert residents taking advantage of all that is offered at local coffee shop, Tonyan Coffee in Apple Valley. This thriving shop creates a relaxing environment that is very inviting for all of those who stop by. The aroma of special blends and spices fill the air as customers make their way to comfortable spots to enjoy their drinks and snacks. "The ambiance is what I come here for,” said local resident Lee Tyler. “It’s clean, the staff is friendly and it always smells like chocolate and coconut mixed together in here; I also enjoy looking at all the art and cute … [Read more...] about The Coffee Craze and Tonyan
Beyond the past
By Tommy McCardle |Staff Writer| Many people have a theory that their past experiences and interactions with others takes a part in shaping their personality traits in the future. There is an old saying, “history is bound to repeat itself if one does not learn from it.” Syd Moore, author of “The Drowning Pool,” offers advice to those that question their past’s influence on who they become in the future. “Disregard for the past will never do us any good as without it we cannot know truly who we are,” said Moore. One’s past not only affects themselves, but it is believed to have an adverse effect on others around them. “I am a child of divorce, so that really screwed me up,” said … [Read more...] about Beyond the past
Amazon looks to make shopping easy
By Erika Aguilar |Staff Writer| Amazon will be experimenting with a new pilot program while continuing to expand its business in the U.S. by planning to open 20,000 grocery stores within the next decade. The pilot program consists of opening 20 grocery stores at locations including, Seattle, New York, Las Vegas, Miami and the Bay Area, according to Business Insider. Amazon will also be testing out two different concepts during its program. Ten of the grocery stores will be "click and collect" which will allow customers to shop online and schedule a time to pick up their items at the store, according to Fortune news. "I think the 'click and collect' concept is pretty good for … [Read more...] about Amazon looks to make shopping easy
“Alice Through the Looking Glass”
By Destiny Carter |Staff Writer| Director James Bobin challenged himself upon making the sequel "Alice Through the Looking Glass." The movie is exciting and entertaining to say the least. Author Lewis Carroll brought these wonderful characters "alive" in his beloved stories, trying to live up to such a successful story is not always easy. Bobin did well with this sequel keeping the madness alive and did a commendable job of making sure that "Through the Looking Glass" kept the "wonder" we came to love from the first film. The same original cast was used besides a new character played by Sacha Baron Cohen known as "Time." Time had a long and significant role in the movie … [Read more...] about “Alice Through the Looking Glass”
Pursuing an education is valuable
By Steffanie Martinez |Staff Writer| A college diploma seems useless when all you need is one viral video to earn you millions of dollars, right? Not so much. Media influences our lives now more than ever, whether we choose to accept it or not. It has introduced us to a world where being successful doesn’t always begin or finish with a college education. The term “internet celebrity” denotes any YouTube, Vine, and Instagram star who makes a living out of posting content on social networks—jobs that require no sort of diploma. They make it seem simple, when the reality is that fame is not easily accessible to anyone who has a social media account. People like Steve Jobs, … [Read more...] about Pursuing an education is valuable
The finger seen ’round the world
By Ryan Hester |Staff Writer| At this year’s super bowl half time show, it wasn’t a nip slip that shocked everyone, but rather a flip slip. During Madonna’s performance of her new single "Give Me All Your Luvin," with rapper Nicki Minaj, M.I.A, also known as Maya Arulpragasam, flipped her middle finger in front of millions of viewers during television’s most watched broadcast of the year. Since dropping her biggest hit, “Paper Planes,” in 2007, M.I.A. has been, well, missing in action. M.I.A. did not make it known through rehearsals that she would be doing the explicit gesture. Towards the end of her performance, she seemed to mutter "I don't give a shit," at one point, … [Read more...] about The finger seen ’round the world
Students need 24/7 Pfau for studying
by Nicole Maldonado | Staff Writer| There are not enough minutes in the day. Unfortunately, our library hours don’t accommodate all of our crazy schedules. These hours are Mondays through Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Current library hours often conflict with student work and class schedules, according to a short survey I conducted among 35 students. Over 85 percent of students polled said they would take advantage of extended hours or want the library to always be open. Patricia Fischer was asked if she thought the library should be open 24-hours, “Yes! I get off work at midnight and … [Read more...] about Students need 24/7 Pfau for studying
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