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These independent bookstores in OC provide community and diverse voices - el Don NewsDon’t go to big retailers like Amazon for your next read when you can shop local at an independent bookstore instead. Unlike their competitors, independent bookstores select, buy and sell books intended for their community. Instead of waiting for another Barnes & Noble to open nearby, here are some bookstores in Orange County where you can find the next book on your #TBR list. 1. LibroMobile Bookstore 1150 S. Bristol St A3, Santa Ana As the only bookstore in Santa Ana, LibroMobile sells new and pre-owned books, spotlights local authors and features local zines. Located next door to the Bristol

The fight continues fifty-five years after the Chicano Moratorium - el Don NewsThousands of people marched through East L.A. and demanded justice for the Latino troops drafted and killed during the Vietnam War at the Chicano Moratorium 55 years ago. Last Saturday, the Community Service Organization Orange County held its own Chicano Moratorium. Members of the community watched original music, poetry and dance performances at El Centro Cultural De México. Organizers also hosted a march that led attendees to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Santa Ana Field Office. This year marked the first time the organization put on a larger-scale event. Active members of their community and best friends, Michelle Sanchez

Students ride free with Metrolink: visit these four spots - el Don NewsWithout a car traveling feels more like a chore than something to enjoy. While the bus is a great option for nearby destinations, going a further distance is a hassle. When looking for internships, my applications are forced to stay within Orange County, since Los Angeles is such an unattainable distance. I never thought my college enrollment would be the solution to my problem, but through Metrolink’s Student Adventure Pass (SAP) any student with a valid ID can access the train for free. Metrolink is a regional commuter rail system that consists of over 60 stations, eight lines, and six

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Best Bus Friend Forever (BBFF) - el Don NewsNot only is my best friend reliable and environmentally conscious, but they also happen to be my ride-or-die—literally. Me and the bus go way back. I grew up without anyone to rely on for consistent rides and before Uber and Lyft became an everyday commodity. I began taking the bus as a young child and we became best friends fast. By the time I was a teenager, I knew every bus route in the city from the 53 that drops you off in front of the MainPlace Mall to the 43 that takes you to Disneyland. It seems like I

Fear For All: Five Must-Watch Horror Films of 2024 - el Don NewsSo far, 2024 has been a great year for horror fans. The medium seems to be making a comeback, by moving on from cheap scares to bringing back the craft of top-notch storytelling. With a multitude of creative premises to choose from, there’s something spooky for everyone to enjoy this season. This list includes my five favorite horror films of this year, each ranked by their scare level. If you want to watch a creepy movie this Halloween season but scare easily, then stick to the first few entries. For the braver folk, skip to the last few recommendations to

It’s overconsumption not collecting - el Don NewsOwalas. Funko Pops. Mickey Mouse Ears. Labubus. Whatever the latest craze may be, I’m tired of people using collecting as an excuse for overconsumption. Collecting has gone from a cute hobby to the final boss of late-stage capitalism. My patience has worn thin. People need to stop buying things they don’t need, especially if it is going to end up at Goodwill or in the landfill. TikTok and Instagram flood your page with Peach Riot blind box hauls. Let me remind you that a set of blind boxes is around 12 individual boxes. This is the greed they talk about

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The OC Streetcar still has a long way to go - el Don NewsThe OC Streetcar is projected to begin service in the spring of 2026. Santa Ana residents have anticipated this project since its construction in 2018 (with talks going even farther). At the mention of the projected date during a public presentation of the OC Streetcar at Lydia Romero-Cruz Academy, an attendee commented, “That seems like a long time.” The delay is understandable given the amount of testing needed for the streetcar, which is being treated like a light rail system because it operates alongside car traffic. According to Orange County Transportation Authority Communications Specialist Eric Carpenter via email, “The OC

Many students say they're not voting, not interested or don't care - el Don NewsDon’t be surprised if a lot of students skip the polls Tuesday. In interviews with over 50 Santa Ana College students last week, only 15 answered “yes” when asked if they were going to be voting in the upcoming election. Another 15 answered “no” and the rest were undecided if they would vote at all. On campus, voting didn’t seem to be on most students’ radar. “I don’t care,” one student said. The sentiment of disinterest carried through the majority of interviews. “I am not interested,” another student admitted. Some students said they were uncomfortable discussing politics while others struggled

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