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The big Christmas tree in Old Sacramento Waterfront sits fully decorated on Dec. 15. Local holiday activities can be found in numerous surrounding areas from ice skating to viewing festive lights.

Celebrate the holidays with these local activities

Noah Seid, Staff Writer
December 18, 2024
Neil Heaton plays the piano, Andrew Maloney plays the saxophone, Jacob Swedlow plays the drum, Thomas Molina plays the trumpet and Tyler Miles plays the bass. The band, Preview Only, performs their original music for students and faculty for an hour on Nov. 27 in the Recital Hall.

Local band chooses campus for a rare appearance

Alexa Luna, Staff Writer
December 18, 2024
Theater students perform "Exit" by Anthony D'Juan as the last act of the performance on Dec. 7 at the Black Box Theater. “Exit” was one of 13 pieces performed in “Shortage: An Anthology” that ran from Dec. 6 to Dec. 7.

‘Shortage: An Anthology’ allows first time writers to have their work performed

Melina DeBolt, Staff Writer
December 18, 2024
Omari Tau conducts the combined choirs on Dec. 3 in room M300 for a half-hour dress rehearsal. Both choirs practiced for the last time before their main and last performance on Dec. 5 before winter recess.

Combined choirs perform rehearsal before season finale

Colbey Parker, Staff Writer
December 15, 2024
Construction cones sit behind a chain link fence in Parking Lot C of the Cosumnes River College campus. California K-12 schools, community colleges and career education programs will have $10 billion to upgrade their facilities after passing Proposition 2 in the 2024 General Election.

Voters approve $10 billion to California schools, students react

Simon Her, Staff Writer
December 12, 2024
The sewing room in the Makerspace, room T-116 and T-117, includes a sewing and embroidery machine and supplies that any Cosumnes River student can use. The Makerspace also provides equipment for woodwork, printing, textiles and more.

Makerspace welcomes students to explore new skills

Colbey Parker, Staff Writer
December 11, 2024
The poster for “Wicked” displays at the theater, promoting the film which debuted globally on Nov. 22. Directed by Jon M. Chu, known for “Crazy Rich Asians,” “Wicked” has a visual appeal that did not fall in line with the overall structure of the story.

‘Wicked’ hits screens with visual magic, lacks narrative momentum

Avani Kumar, Staff Writer
December 11, 2024
Sophomore guard Luca Davis looks to take a shot against Feather River College defenders at home on Nov. 26. The Hawks continue their win streak and improve to a 7-2 overall record after defeating College of the Siskiyous on Saturday.

Men’s basketball holds on to home win streak in tight match

Kaden Richards, Staff Writer
December 9, 2024
Freshman forward Jasmine Hearn takes a shot in the fourth quarter during the Hawks' Nov. 22 victory against Foothill College. The Hawks improve to a 5-3 overall record after defeating College of the Siskiyous on Thursday.

Women’s basketball controls second half, defeats Eagles at home

Daniel Corkery, Staff Writer
December 9, 2024
“Gladiator II” released in theaters on Nov. 22 to mixed reviews from critics but mostly positive audience scores. The film has grossed over $320 million in its 12 days since release.

“Gladiator II”: Why some films don’t need a sequel

Zachary Styant-Browne, News Editor
December 4, 2024
Mental health intern Reyna Bazikian starts off the first activity during the Unwind & Thrive event on Tuesday in the Center of Inclusion and Belonging. Coffee and Tea from Pittador Brews will be the last mental health activity campus hosts from Dec. 10 to 12 in the first floor lobby of the library.

Mental health workshop offers tools to manage students’ stress

Avani Kumar, Staff Writer
December 4, 2024
The California State Capitol stands in Sacramento. Governor Gavin Newsom called a special session for California legislatures to discuss safeguarding the state's values.

Newsom’s special session invokes response from CRC students

Azalika Lee
December 4, 2024
The women’s basketball team gathers in a final huddle before the end of practice. The Hawks currently have a 4-3 overall record.

Women’s basketball team begins preseason with head coach injured

Noah Seid, Staff Writer
December 4, 2024
Students and community members work on their figure drawing skills with a live nude model on Nov. 20 in room A602. The event, hosted by the Art Department, lasted for two hours and another session will be offered on Dec. 4.

Campus hosts live model drawing events

Nadia Balderas, Staff Writer
December 2, 2024
Freshman guard Mason Marsh delivers a dunk against Feather River College during Tuesday’s home game. The Hawks go on to defeat the Golden Eagles 93-54 and improve their record to 4-2 overall.

Hawks end losing streak with 93-54 victory against Feather River

Colbey Parker, Staff Writer
December 2, 2024
Students and attendees play pov pob, a Hmong ball tossing game, as an icebreaker for students to interact on Nov. 20 in the Center of Inclusion and Belonging. Hmong New Year is celebrated in late November or early December after the harvest season.

Hmong New Years celebration educates and connects students

Melina DeBolt, Staff Writer
December 1, 2024
A science student works in the biology preparation room at Cosumnes River College. Human cadavers are used in select courses for pre-health occupation students pursuing a career involving the human body.

Students gain hands-on experience with human cadavers

Zachary Styant-Browne, News Editor
November 27, 2024
Sophomore guard and forward Aliviyah McMurray goes up for a layup against Foothill College defenders during Friday’s game at home. The Hawks won one out of two games they played during their Calamar Classic Tournament.

Women’s basketball team sees victory by over 60 points

Alexa Luna, Staff Writer
November 27, 2024
"Yes you avoid the personal catastrophe, but the world still suffers it. You can accomplish the same thing by not looking at your phone." Ryan Pearce, Student Senate Vice President

HAWK TALK: What do you think of a 4-year-cruise to avoid the Trump presidency?

Damien Gay and Seth Henderson
November 27, 2024
Sophomore goalkeeper Mellanie Chernay walks behind the Hawks' goal post to grab a spare ball and a sip of water during the first round of the 3C2A Women's Northern California Regional Soccer Championships at home on Nov. 20. The Hawks go on to defeat their opponent, the Butte College Roadrunners, 6-0 during a wet and rainy game.

Sophomore transfer shines bright for women’s soccer

Daniel Corkery, Staff Writer
November 25, 2024
Hawks freshman defender Alicia Gonzalez maneuvers the soccer ball away from a Butte College Roadrunner during a rainy match in the first round of the 3C2A Women’s Soccer Northern California Regional Playoffs on Wednesday. The Hawks go on to shutout the Roadrunners 6-0 and will travel to Salinas, facing off against the 7th seed Hartnell College Panthers for round two on Saturday.

Hawks shine as women’s soccer shuts out Butte to start playoffs

Daniel Corkery, Staff Writer
November 22, 2024
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