Lariat https://lariatnews.com The official student news publication for Saddleback College Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:37:22 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://i0.wp.com/lariatnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/cropped-L-2-1.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Lariat https://lariatnews.com 32 32 110642062 Local record store owner gives the scoop on alt rock vinyls and the state of physical media https://lariatnews.com/ae/music-2/local-record-store-owner-gives-the-scoop-on-alt-rock-vinyls-and-the-state-of-physical-media/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=local-record-store-owner-gives-the-scoop-on-alt-rock-vinyls-and-the-state-of-physical-media Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:08:07 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055869 With a recent resurgence of physical media, especially for music, vinyl records have become a great gift for music lovers everywhere. With the ever-changing alt rock genre holding its ground amongst more self-realized genres like classic rock or punk, it can’t hurt to check in every once in a while to see what’s coming off […]

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]]> 6055869 Caring for spring plants from Saddleback’s upcoming sale https://lariatnews.com/life/caring-for-spring-plants-from-saddlebacks-upcoming-sale/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=caring-for-spring-plants-from-saddlebacks-upcoming-sale Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:32:27 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055845 Hosted biannually by horticultural faculty and students, Saddleback College sells plants out of the greenhouse in regards to their relative season. April 16-17 are the dates for this spring’s sale with all proceeds going to finance student scholarships.  The sale provides plants that thrive in the spring weather including herbs, succulents and native plants. Orange […]

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]]> 6055845 Daniella Hakimi as Lady Macbeth https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/daniella-hakimi-as-lady-macbeth/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=daniella-hakimi-as-lady-macbeth Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:31:25 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055839 The blinding stage lights ignite, and all else hushes as Daniella Hakimi, a theater major, takes to the stage. When she steps into the spotlight, she seems to step outside of herself and into the shoes of her character, totally immersing herself and the audience in the story.  Hakimi plays the role of Lady Macbeth […]

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]]> 6055839 Soft opening of Mission Viejo’s community-orientated coffee shop https://lariatnews.com/life/soft-opening-of-mission-viejos-community-orientated-coffee-shop/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=soft-opening-of-mission-viejos-community-orientated-coffee-shop Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:44:36 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055703 Ocho Coffee & Patisserie had its soft opening on Jan. 14 in Mission Viejo. Married business partners, Paula Hurtado and Benny Ngai, prioritize getting to know the community and experimenting with unique drinks based on community preference.  Products are subject to change according to community response, with Ocho’s current menu including classic espresso-based and matcha […]

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]]> 6055703 How the Easter Bunny became a mascot for the holiday https://lariatnews.com/news/how-the-easter-bunny-became-a-mascot-for-the-holiday/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-the-easter-bunny-became-a-mascot-for-the-holiday Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:49:26 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055666 In present-day America, Easter is celebrated as both the resurrection of Jesus Christ in Christianity and a celebration of spring and new life. Yet the mascot for this holiday is a bunny that supposedly brings multicolored eggs filled with candy for eager children. How did this bunny become so closely tied to the holiday? The […]

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]]> 6055666 April Fool’s Day: The orange man book recommendations https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/april-fools-day-the-orange-man-book-recommendations/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=april-fools-day-the-orange-man-book-recommendations Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:30:37 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055655 Recently a list of the orange man’s late night reads has been found. The Secret Service has been kind enough to share the list. If you want to read the same books as the man in charge, keep reading. Get cozy in a reading spot, have your cold McDonald’s Big Mac and a Coca-Cola on […]

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]]> 6055655 April Fool’s Special: TKBWIHAGWCOF exposed on campus https://lariatnews.com/news/april-fools-tkbwihagwcof-exposed-on-campus/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=april-fools-tkbwihagwcof-exposed-on-campus Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:09:46 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055660 I know what you’re thinking and no, the headline is not just keyboard smash. This past weekend, a secret society that has been working underground at Saddleback for years has now come to light. This group, known as “The Knightly Bob(cat)s Working in Honor and Glory Without Credit Or Fame”, or TKBWIHAGWCOF, actually acts against […]

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]]> 6055660 April Fool’s Special: Not now, ninjas! https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/april-fools-special-not-now-ninjas/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=april-fools-special-not-now-ninjas Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:05:32 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055681 Oh crap. As if we didn’t have enough going on right now, mythically powerful ninjas have been proven real and are terrorizing people all across the greater Orange County area. On Friday night, March 27, after 10-year-old Damian Trout opened an ancient book from 1100s feudal Japan that he found in his great grandfather’s attic […]

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]]> 6055681 Stressed about homework? Stress about these thrillers instead https://lariatnews.com/opinion/stressed-about-homework-stress-about-these-thrillers-instead/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=stressed-about-homework-stress-about-these-thrillers-instead Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:01:51 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055558 What is it about a thriller book that is so irresistible? Could it be that it keeps your heart rate up or perhaps that it keeps you on your toes second-guessing the next move? These thriller novels bring us into a world where the truth is hidden from the naked eye, trust is frail and […]

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]]> 6055558 ASG hosts Mulan movie night for Women’s History Month https://lariatnews.com/news/asg-hosts-mulan-movie-night-for-womens-history-month/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=asg-hosts-mulan-movie-night-for-womens-history-month Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:55:25 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055669   In honor of Women’s History Month, the Associated Student Government at Saddleback hosted a Mulan movie night at the Multicultural Center  in room CC 104 on Mar. 25. The event featured the classic Disney film Mulan (1998) along with coloring activities and snacks like pizza. “The purpose of tonight’s movie night is to really […]

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]]> 6055669 April Fools special: List of non-woke media for American patriots! https://lariatnews.com/special-edition/aprilfools-special-edition/april-fools-special-list-of-non-woke-media-for-american-patriots/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=april-fools-special-list-of-non-woke-media-for-american-patriots Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:52:42 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055645 1. “Fallout” First released in 1997, this popular video game series explores the evils of communism and how it led to the destruction of the world. At the same time, it portrays how American patriotism continues to thrive even in a post-apocalyptic wasteland. One of the most iconic elements of the series is Liberty Prime, […]

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]]> 6055645 Let’s Get Physical https://lariatnews.com/life/lets-get-physical/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lets-get-physical Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:42:28 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055626 Gen Z turns back time by engaging with all things tactile amidst blue screen burnout Toy culture has taken over the Gen Z social space, bringing “it’s not a phase, mom!” to a different meaning (and if you still listen to Teenage Dirtbag, that is neither here nor there).  The U.S. toy industry grew $700 […]

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]]> 6055626 The Saddleback baseball team eyes to end season strong despite inconsistent performances and injury issues https://lariatnews.com/sports/the-saddleback-baseball-team-eyes-to-end-season-strong-despite-inconsistent-performances-and-injury-issues/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-saddleback-baseball-team-eyes-to-end-season-strong-despite-inconsistent-performances-and-injury-issues Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:24:36 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055573                       The Saddleback men’s baseball team has had an up and down season, as of right now they are placed 5th in the Orange Empire Conference Table , with an overall record 12-8.  “I’m not happy where the team is currently,” said  Sommer McCartney head […]

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]]> 6055573 Saddleback softball team streak ends, but showed grit though hard fought match https://lariatnews.com/news/saddleback-softball-team-streak-ends-but-showed-grit-though-hard-fought-match/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=saddleback-softball-team-streak-ends-but-showed-grit-though-hard-fought-match Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:21:35 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055578 The Saddleback softball team’s four-game winning streak came to an end losing 3-1 against Golden West at Bobcats Field. Despite the loss, the Bobcats (15-8) showed resilience through a hard fought match against the Rustlers (13-7). The Bobcats still executed crucial plays with third base Ka’ui Garcia scoring the teams only run from an RBI […]

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]]> 6055578 Five fun things to do over spring break while staying local https://lariatnews.com/life/five-fun-things-to-do-over-spring-break-while-staying-local/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=five-fun-things-to-do-over-spring-break-while-staying-local Mon, 09 Mar 2026 23:11:49 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055561 Spring break is in two weeks and there are many fun things to do around Saddleback College. School can take away from many students’ hobbies and personal lives, so spring break is a great time to catch up with fun activities. The first option is to go shopping. Right next to the campus is the […]

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]]> 6055561 CHAGEE Modern Teahouse opens new location at The Shops at Mission Viejo https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/chagee-modern-teahouse-opens-new-location-at-the-shops-at-mission-viejo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=chagee-modern-teahouse-opens-new-location-at-the-shops-at-mission-viejo Mon, 09 Mar 2026 22:21:17 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055554 The brand-new CHAGEE Modern Teahouse location at The Shops at Mission Viejo has freshly opened with wait times reaching four hours on its “grand opening” from Feb. 6-8. Customers began lining up around 6:30 a.m., hours before the store’s official opening, all three days. This commotion was not only an attempt to be one of […]

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]]> 6055554 Disney and Pixar’s Hoppers hops moviegoers into an unforgettable experience https://lariatnews.com/opinion/disney-and-pixars-hoppers-hops-moviegoers-into-an-unforgettable-experience/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=disney-and-pixars-hoppers-hops-moviegoers-into-an-unforgettable-experience Fri, 06 Mar 2026 21:52:40 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055548   Pixar’s new animated feature “Hoppers” released March 6th, bringing moviegoers into the mind of an animal to uncover the mysteries of the natural world. The action-adventure comedy film directed by Daniel Chong is a hit film packed with well written plot, beautiful animations and fun characters voiced by Piper Curda, Bobby Moynihan and Jon […]

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]]> 6055548 Mustards are invading California! And no its not bottles of Heinz https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/mustards-are-invading-california-and-no-its-not-bottles-of-heinz/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mustards-are-invading-california-and-no-its-not-bottles-of-heinz Wed, 04 Mar 2026 06:54:24 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055516 This picture of lush yellow flowers filling up a field doesn’t seem to have much wrong with it at first glance, after all, it’s common for plants to sprout after heavy rainfall. However, the flowers in this photo are an invasive species called mustards. While they are pretty, they do heavy damage to the native […]

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]]> 6055516 Saddleback’s Iranian-American Society hold vigil for Iran protest victims https://lariatnews.com/news/saddlebacks-iranian-american-society-hold-vigil-for-iran-protest-victims/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=saddlebacks-iranian-american-society-hold-vigil-for-iran-protest-victims Wed, 04 Mar 2026 01:29:12 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055530 On Feb. 28, the news of the U.S. bombing and killing of Iran’s supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, hit headlines everywhere. While many Americans questioned and argued against the move, others took to the streets celebrating. The Saddleback Iranian-American Society put out a statement on their Instagram page, announcing their stance. The club has been actively […]

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]]> 6055530 Lunar New Year festival gives taste of Asian culture https://lariatnews.com/news/lunar-new-year-festival-gives-taste-of-asian-culture/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lunar-new-year-festival-gives-taste-of-asian-culture Sun, 01 Mar 2026 11:08:53 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055495   The International Student Office and the ASG at Saddleback hosted their annual Lunar New Year celebration honoring Asian culture, family and new beginnings in CC 212 on Feb. 19. The festival featured music from taiko drummers, a student mandolin chamber and tables with activities and food. “The Lunar New Year festival at Saddleback is […]

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]]> 6055495 ASG showcased candidates for upcoming elections https://lariatnews.com/news/asg-hosts-candidate-event-at-the-quad-for-upcoming-elections/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=asg-hosts-candidate-event-at-the-quad-for-upcoming-elections Thu, 26 Feb 2026 06:40:34 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055493   The Associated Student Government and the Student Development Office at Saddleback hosted their “Meet Your Candidates” event at the Quad on Feb. 23. Students stopped by to learn about the candidates seeking their votes for the upcoming elections from February 24th to 26th.  The event was held by the Gateway building featuring the candidates […]

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]]> 6055493 Tustin video game store embraces the past to stand out https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/tustin-video-game-store-embraces-the-past-to-stand-out/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tustin-video-game-store-embraces-the-past-to-stand-out Mon, 23 Feb 2026 04:04:59 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055325 As prices for video games, consoles and subscription services continue to rise, local video game stores are looking for new ways to navigate an increasingly competitive market. Inflated prices have begun to push customers away, and while Businesses isn’t exactly booming for large retailers like Best Buy and Gamestop, independent game stores are still finding […]

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]]> 6055325 ‘Wuthering Heights’ is the lovechild of short attention spans https://lariatnews.com/opinion/wuthering-heights-is-the-lovechild-of-short-attention-spans/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wuthering-heights-is-the-lovechild-of-short-attention-spans Mon, 23 Feb 2026 03:36:02 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055452 “Wuthering Heights” stands for nothing more than Emerald Fennell’s fantasies of love that can outlast the beholders. To show this, she gives audiences a love that miscommunicates a love that hurts, defiles yet always forgives because to her, love at its best is a companion of hate.  Fennell’s script relies only loosely on its source […]

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]]> 6055452 Black History Month festival brings heart and soul to the Saddleback Quad https://lariatnews.com/news/black-history-month-festival-brings-heart-and-soul-to-the-saddleback-quad/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=black-history-month-festival-brings-heart-and-soul-to-the-saddleback-quad Mon, 23 Feb 2026 03:27:18 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055459 Student Life Office and ASG in Saddleback hosted their annual Black History Month Celebration honoring black culture at the Quad on Feb. 9. The festival featured music by Lyrical Groove, food served by Felix’s BBQ with Soul and tents that featured Black History from its leaders, figures and accomplishments.  “The purpose of today’s Black History […]

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]]> 6055459 Classified Senate approved new AI guidelines for SOCCCD https://lariatnews.com/news/classified-senate-approved-new-ai-guidelines-for-sooccd/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=classified-senate-approved-new-ai-guidelines-for-sooccd Mon, 23 Feb 2026 03:23:59 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055461 The Saddleback College Classified Senate voted to approve AI guidelines and discussed Banner during a workshop meeting in the Administration & Governance building in room 106 on Feb. 11. The meeting was hosted by Georgiana Martinez, the vice president for equity & inclusion for the Classified Senate. Senate members attended in person and online via […]

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