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  • Also referred to as a red tide or an algae bloom, the brilliant blue waves are caused by phytoplankton that emit blue light when disturbed. In previous years the event has been rare to find, occurring sparsely. Recently, primarily during the summer of 2023, bioluminescent waves could be seen splashing the shores of Ventura County.

    Features

    Bioluminescence: Wonders of the bright blue ocean

  • On Sept. 21, 2023, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) Girls Volleyball took a devastating loss of 3-1 in a league game against Bishop Diego High School. Students, Addi Fallon 25, Zac Crist 24 and Petra Falcocchia 24, show their support with colorful face paint. Many students also dressed to the theme of the game, which was cowboys and cowgirls.

    Girls' Volleyball

    Girls’ volleyball beat by Bishop Diego 1-3 in hard fought game

  • Throughout the city of Ventura, pollution is washed down to the beaches through rivers and gutters, depositing cups, bags and other various trash onto our beaches and into the oceans.

    Features

    Just how deadly is stormwater runoff?

  • The charming exterior of Butter and Fold attracts many customers at all hours of business. From the elegant teal and gold color scheme to the waft of freshly baked breads, it’s impossible to simply pass by without taking a peek inside.

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    Butter and Fold: The perfect place to satisfy your pastry cravings this fall

  • At the Olivas Links Golf Course, on Sept. 21, 2023, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls golf team faced off in a league match against Bishop Diego. The Dragons played well and won the match with an overall score of 249-303. Pictured above, Maddie Wicks 26 concentrates as she putts her ball toward the pin, finishing hole five with three over par.

    Girls' Golf

    Recap: Girls’ golf takes Bishop Diego 249-303

  • On Sept. 22, 2023, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) competed in their first Tri-County Athletic (TCAA) league meet. Foothill Tech races with five girls on varsity, including Danika Swanson-Rico 25, Bennett Rodman 26, Kalea Eggertsen 26, Emma Anderson 26 and Isabella Efner 25. They warm-up on the start line, exchanging words of encouragement and waiting for the queue to begin the race.

    Cross Country

    Cross country starts off strong at first league meet of the 2023 season

  • With beloved melodies and nostalgic anthems dating back over a decade, fans and general audience members alike enjoy singing along to her award-winning album, Fearless, from 2008.

    A&E

    The Eras Tour: an adventure spanning 17 years of music 

  • On Sept. 21, 2023, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys water polo hosted a home game against their opponent Malibu High School (Malibu). With lots of splashing, Ethan Ortiz 24 attempts to find an open teammate to give Foothill Tech an advantage to win their league match.

    Boys' Water Polo

    Recap: Boys’ water polo bested by Malibu

  • Students of Foothill Tech try to make button pins of their own design at Back to School Night. This college and career class provides an opportunity to learn life skills and creativity.

    Latest

    Foothill Tech welcomes parents and guardians at Back to School Night 2023

  • In the teen show “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” an adaption of the popular Young Adult novel, protagonist Belly Conklin navigates her love life in a triangle between brothers Jeremiah and Conrad Fisher.

    A&E

    “The Summer I Turned Pretty”: In Defense of the Fisher Boys

  • During F.I.R.E and lunch, members of the Associated Student Body worked hard to prepare an assembly line of delicious In-N-Out for the Class of 2024.

    Latest

    Class of 2024 connects through In-N-Out Burger and festivities

  • On the sunny afternoon of Sept. 19, 2023 girls tennis played against the Villanova Preparatory (Villanova) School Wildcats. The tennis team huddles together and chants in a pregame ritual before beginning their matches.

    Girls' Tennis

    Girls’ tennis triumphs over Villanova in first league match

  • The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is the much anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimed and beloved video game The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Announced in 2019 by Nintendo at the Electronic Entertainment Expo, Tears of the Kingdom was released on May 12, 2023 after nearly four years of waiting. Since its release, the game has been met with widespread acclaim from critics and fans alike. The game directly follows the events of its predecessor, building upon them and expanding an already immense world. Writer Kelly Quinn shares his thoughts.

    A&E

    “The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom” is victory for gaming

  • The three cakes that were reviewed were Lemon, Pumpkin Spice and Red Velvet all topped with a generous amount of cream cheese frosting.

    A&E

    A dive into Nothing Bundt Cakes: America’s largest specialty cake company

  • Comprising of 12 songs, Olivia Rodrigos new album GUTS is her second studio album and was released on Sept. 8, 2023. Rodrigos first studio album, SOUR, released in 2021, was critically acclaimed and beloved by fans, making her second album long anticipated. Writer Isheeta Pal takes on the task of listening to GUTS and reviewing it, delving into its key themes and messaging.

    A&E

    Album Anatomy: “GUTS”

  • A sign displayed in the store highlights the unique vendors in the store as well as promoting shopping from local artists.

    A&E

    Hey! Friends shows Ventura why shopping locally matters

  • Christopher Nolan hits it out of the park once again with his brilliantly done biopic about the man who invented the atom bomb, Oppenheimer.

    A&E

    “Oppenheimer” is a mind-blowingly impactful film

  • In Laufey’s latest album “Bewitched,” released on Sept. 8, 2023, she brings a jazzy and soothing take on the journey of love. Following the success of her previous album, “Everything I Know About Love,” her sophomore album comprises 14 songs, each bringing their own unique spin that is sure to bewitch the listener. Join writer Lily Toreja as she reviews each song and delves into their individual meanings.

    A&E

    Album Anatomy: “Bewitched” by Laufey

  • On the eventful evening of Sept. 14, 2023, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) Dragons faced off against Cate in their third league match. The matchup was very even and came down to the fifth and final set in which the Dragons were unable to secure the win. After bouncing and hitting the ball to set her rhythm, Malia Gray ‘24 (number 9) goes to serve, as her teammates and her alike hope for the best.

    Girls' Volleyball

    Girls’ volleyball endures a hard loss against Cate

  • Jackson Basurto ‘24 and Alfred “Mason” Borkowski ‘24 are in full recruitment mode as students pass by their table. The club offered a fun way to engage with other students while doing something they all enjoy.

    Events

    Dragons find their connection at Club Rush 2023

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What will thaw Cuba from the Cold War?

William Flannery
May 17, 2018
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Let Facebook be a reminder that we live in digital warfare

William Flannery
April 12, 2018
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Advances in artificial intelligence will not be a digital disaster

William Flannery
April 12, 2018
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The hoopla of worrying about a military parade

William Flannery
April 1, 2018
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Satire: Opening up the shutdown

William Flannery
January 22, 2018

The FCC has taken democracy from the internet

William Flannery
January 13, 2018
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Can we charge the first amendment?

William Flannery
December 4, 2017
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Disruption can actually be healthy for democracy

William Flannery
November 6, 2017
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Who’s in charge of this political “daycare”?

William Flannery
October 22, 2017
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Protests need to grow out of rioting

William Flannery
October 1, 2017
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Satire: Our political struggles have been eclipsed, but not by the president

William Flannery
August 23, 2017
FLANNERY: Do humans possess the potential to move forward from our violent past?

FLANNERY: Do humans possess the potential to move forward from our violent past?

William Flannery
June 6, 2017
Kyla Rosales: Dreams

Kyla Rosales: Dreams

William Flannery
June 2, 2017
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Is Foothill comfortable for conservative students?

William Flannery
May 10, 2017
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Hollywood has been brainwashed by whitewash

William Flannery
April 23, 2017
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William Flannery
April 1, 2017
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Stop looking to the future or you’ll run into the present

William Flannery
February 10, 2017
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Trump’s Inaugural Address points towards hope, but leaves us uncertain

William Flannery
January 22, 2017
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Trump hysteria through the eyes of Lincoln

William Flannery
January 4, 2017
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The future of America is our revolution

William Flannery
November 13, 2016
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Prop. 64 would ravage our neighborhoods

William Flannery
November 2, 2016
Opinion writer William Flannery thinks that the presidential election is skewed by unnecessary insults between candidates. Illustration Credit: Jessie Snyder / The Foothill Dragon Press.

Clinton’s comment proves presidential race itself to be “deplorable”

William Flannery
September 16, 2016
Opinion writer William Flannery thinks the gift shop at the 9/11 Memorial Museum is capitalistic and insensitive to the tragedy it relates to. Credit: Rachel Chang / The Foothill Dragon Press.

The 9/11 Museum Store is insensitive

William Flannery
September 11, 2016
Cooperation requires help from both sides

Cooperation requires help from both sides

William Flannery
August 31, 2016
Thank you Donald Trump

Thank you Donald Trump

William Flannery
June 10, 2016
Kochiyama illustration proves we need to open our eyes to history

Kochiyama illustration proves we need to open our eyes to history

William Flannery
June 7, 2016
The couch controversy is a fight for Foothill culture

The couch controversy is a fight for Foothill culture

William Flannery
May 21, 2016
What is the future for the 2016 general election?

What is the future for the 2016 general election?

William Flannery
May 12, 2016
How do we solve the “biased bathroom” law?

How do we solve the “biased bathroom” law?

William Flannery
April 24, 2016
All Lives Matter

All Lives Matter

William Flannery
April 8, 2016
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The presidential debates aren’t a reality TV show

William Flannery
March 16, 2016
Apple shouldn’t grant the FBI a master key to terrorists phone

Apple shouldn’t grant the FBI a master key to terrorists’ phone

William Flannery
February 29, 2016
Opinion writer William Flannery believes that the intermediate PG-13 rating is being wrongly utilized. He thinks ratings should be used to determine a degree of view discretion, not to gain a wider audience. Credit: Joel Mayorga/The Foothill Dragon Press.

The PG-13 rating doesn’t make a movie suitable for 13 years and older

William Flannery
February 18, 2016
Opinion writer William Flannery believes

The issue on immigration: there is no solution in quarrelling political parties

William Flannery
January 29, 2016
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The “militia occupation” of Burns isn’t solving problems, it’s creating conflict

William Flannery
January 12, 2016
Ostracizing Muslim groups is detrimental to the war on terrorism

Ostracizing Muslim groups is detrimental to the war on terrorism

William Flannery
December 17, 2015
Opinion writer William Flannery believes that the media should not allow the spread of ISIS propaganda. Credit: Joel Mayorga/The Foothill Dragon Press

The media must report in opposition to ISIS, not in fear of them

William Flannery
December 3, 2015
Opinion writer William Flannery writes that the separation of church and state trumps the freedom of religion in the case of praying on the field. Credit: Jessie Snyder/The Foothill Dragon Press

Praying on the field: the line between church and state should not be obscured

William Flannery
November 16, 2015
Opinion writer William Flannery believes that abolishing the Second Amendment would be counterproductive. Credit: Joel Mayorga/The Foothill Dragon Press

The solution isn’t to eliminate firearms

William Flannery
October 26, 2015
Opinion writer William Flannery believes that Kim Davis. Credit: Jessie Snyder/The Foothill Dragon Press

Kim Davis: Why we shouldn’t reprimand those who express their beliefs

William Flannery
October 9, 2015
Opinion writer William Flannery believes that surveillance cameras erode trust between students and the administration. Credit: Jessie Snyder/The Foothill Dragon Press

School surveillance systems are destroying student security

William Flannery
September 29, 2015
Opinion writer William Flannery disagrees with Donald Trumps proposed plan to build a wall on the Mexico-United States border. Credit: Joel Mayorga/The Foothill Dragon Press

Donald Trump’s Mexican border wall: Tear it down before it becomes a reality

William Flannery
September 13, 2015
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September 2, 2015
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