Reality of realty unrealistic, housing difficulties continue to plague Riverside Community College District students

By Daisy Olivo The stereotypical college experience is not the reality for many students across Riverside Community College District.  As students struggle to establish financial independence and make progress in their education, lack of financial resources and affordable housing prove to be the main cause. Jocelyn Marquez, a student attending Norco College, finds herself stressed…

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High pet return rate in Riverside County worries volunteers that the number of euthanized animals may rise

By Samantha Ashley  Local rescuers and animal shelter workers collectively fear the growing number of animals in shelters will lead to more euthanasia, abandonment cases along with negative behavioral and emotional effects to animals. During the early stages of the COVID-19 lockdown, many citizens adopted dogs and cats to cope with the unprecedented times. So…

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High gas prices affect Riverside City College students, force some to reconsider plans

By Mya Castro Commuter students from Riverside City College are making an effort to adapt and make it to campus despite the inflation of gas prices causing financial struggles. According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), regular-grade gas prices averaged $5.82 in California. Nationally the cost of gas averaged $4.16. The inflation of gas prices…

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