For 25 years, the Mathematics, Engineering, Science, Achievement (MESA) program at College of the Canyons has been a game-changer for students aiming to excel in STEM fields. This program is all about giving a helping hand to students who face educational and financial hurdles, providing them with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed. The MESA program is...
Starting next year, foreign visitors to some of the most famous U. S. national parks will have to pay more. The National Park Service has announced that international tourists will be charged an extra $100 to enter popular parks like Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, and Yosemite. This change is part of a new policy that also excludes foreign visitors from fee-free days, wh...
Basketball fever is kicking off early in Colorado high schools. The state's activities association has just dropped its preseason rankings, and local teams are making some noise. Let's talk boys' basketball first. Sanford is sitting pretty at number two in Class 2A. Not too far behind, Centauri is holding down the seventh spot in Class 3A. And in Class 1A, Sierra Gr...
The U. S. government is planning to raise prices for international visitors to national parks starting next year. This move comes as fewer tourists from other countries are visiting the U. S. due to political tensions and a decline in foreign tourism. Starting January 1, the annual park pass for nonresidents will go from $80 to $250. Additionally, tourists without a...
Christian Koloko's path to the NBA is a story of resilience and adaptability. Born in Douala, Cameroon, he spent his early years in Central Africa, attending Collège Libermann. His journey took a significant turn when he moved to the United States in 2017, enrolling at Birmingham High School in California. Despite not knowing English initially, he thrived, showcasing...
Starting in January, international tourists will have to pay more to visit popular U. S. national parks like the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone. This change comes after a recent order that aims to use the extra money for park upkeep and conservation. However, it's interesting to note that the same administration is planning to cut the park service budget by over a thir...
A recent court hearing stirred up old tensions between Cemex and the State Water Resources Control Board. The debate centered around whether Cemex should be allowed to challenge a decision before a final ruling is made, expected in February. Cemex's legal team pointed fingers at the state board for the long delay in their plans to extract 56 million tons of sand and ...
Ski enthusiasts in Utah are getting ready for the 2025-26 season, and the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) is gearing up to provide transportation to some of the state's top ski resorts. The ski bus service will start on Thanksgiving, November 27, for Solitude, Brighton, Alta, and Snowbird, while service to Snowbasin and Powder Mountain will begin on November 28 and Dece...
The Southern Peaks League recently recognized some outstanding volleyball players from the San Luis Valley. In the Class 2A division, Sanford High School took the spotlight with five athletes making the cut. Bella Peterson and Avery Koenig earned first-team spots, while Claire Crowther and Brinlyn Smith were second-team picks. Rose Schwartz received an honorable ment...
Ventura County faced a serious situation as a storm brought heavy rain and the risk of flash floods. The National Weather Service issued a warning early on November 15th, alerting residents in the southern parts of the county to be ready for intense downpours. The storm was expected to bring a lot of rain, possibly even more than the previous one that had already hi...