El Monte Launches Rental Assistance Program in Response to COVID-19
Clarissa Martinez, Digital Associate Editor
May 8, 2020
The city of El Monte launched a grant program on Tuesday May 6 that will provide one-time rental assistance up to $1,200. The program is a response effort to help residents that have been economically impacted by COVID-19. The program is directed towards low-income households that have experienced a...
City of El Monte Offers Short-Term Relief for Small Businesses
Clarissa Martinez, Digital Associate Editor
May 1, 2020
The city of El Monte developed a short-term relief fund for small employers called The El Monte Business Grant Program. Councilman Jerry Velasco introduced the grant program on Sunday April 24. Eligible businesses would receive a $10,000 stimulus. Online applications opened Monday April 27 at 9 am on...
Virtual Decision Week:Celebrate your Success-Transfer Class of 2020
Jesus Manriquez, Digital Executive Editor
April 21, 2020
Due to Covid-19, Rio Hondo's “Decision Day” event has been converted to a virtual celebration titled “Decision Week- Celebrate your Success”. This is an event that is composed of utilizing the college's social media platforms, such as Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, to recognize students'...
Disney to Furlough “Unnecessary” Workers, Stop Collecting Payments for Annual Passes
Sam Garcia, News Editor
April 7, 2020
Because of concerns over the COVID-19 virus, Disney has closed their theme parks indefinitely. Now, they have decided to furlough workers whose jobs “aren’t necessary at this time.” Disney parks have shut down operations since Mar. 15. Since then, the company has committed to paying workers’...
The Donald Is At It Again
Gerardo Hernandez, Co-Opinion Editor
March 5, 2020
The leader of the free world seems to relish the opportunity to display his xenophobia. This time, it came at the expense of the Oscar winning film, “Parasite.” Although the news of Donald Trump criticizing a foreign film is not surprising, it’s his audacity to do so in a ridiculing manner that ...
Elizabeth Warren Speaks at ELAC Day Before Super Tuesday Primary Vote
Clarissa Martinez and Gerardo Hernandez
March 4, 2020
Senator Elizabeth Warren held a speech Monday night at East Los Angeles College. The event was to highlight Warren's Democratic presidential candidacy platform . Students, families and Warren supporters gathered to listen to the candidate. She spoke on climate change policies, equal pay rights, LGB...
Women’s Basketball: Rio Hondo Vs. Cypress
Stephinie Phan, Co-Sports Editor
March 4, 2020
Last Friday, Feb.28, was an eventful day for the Rio Hondo College women’s Basketball team. They held on strong against the Cypress College Chargers, the No. 9th seed in the Southern California Regional Playoffs. They were ahead for three quarters before falling short and suffering a loss in the fin...
LA Art Show Returns for 25th Anniversary
Clarissa Martinez, Reporter
February 28, 2020
The Los Angeles Art Show celebrated its 25th anniversary at the Convention Center on Wednesday February 5th through Sunday February 9th. The convention included a variety of modern and contemporary art works. Over 120 galleries were on display from 23 different countries. Art works ranged from sculptures,...
Mamba Forever: Rio Hondo Holds Touching Tribute for Kobe Bryant
Enrique Medina, Reporter
February 5, 2020
Monday afternoon, Rio Hondo College’s student life and psychological services held an emotional tribute in Student Union 201, celebrating the life of NBA legend and sports icon Kobe Bryant. The tribute was held as a commemoration for remembering Kobe’s life and legacy along with remembering the live...
River’s Voice
Jesus Manriquez, Editor-In-Chief
November 26, 2019
The 21st annual publication of River's Voice, Rio Hondo College's literary and visual art journal, is accepting submissions. The deadline is on Valentine's Day (February 14, 2020)! The journal welcomes submissions in poetry, drama, memoir, short fiction, and art. Student literary works are eligible ...
Faculty Art Show Open to All at Rio Hondo Gallery
Jaime Aparicio, Arts and Entertainment Editor
February 10, 2019
Although the art show has been open since February 5, Rio Hondo's Faculty Art Show held it's reception Thursday, February 7 to a full house. The art show welcomed both students from art classes coming in to view the pieces on display as well as most of the creators themselves. Current and past professors...
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