First there was mad cow disease. Then just when you thought you had seen enough death and suffering of innocent animals, along comes another epidemic called foot and mouth disease.What I want to know is how plague-like diseases are assigned such silly, innocent names.They're … [Read more...] about Silly name, serious disease
Former Yuba athletes faring well at Universities
Three former Yuba College track and field athletes have excelled this season. Byron Talley who is on scholarship at UC Davis recently broke the school record for the 55-meter high hurdles with a time of 7.67 seconds at a meet in Reno during the indoor season. Talle broke the … [Read more...] about Former Yuba athletes faring well at Universities
Student elections
During the week of April 30 through May 4, the Associated Students of Yuba College (ASYC) is holding elections for Student President, Vice President, Secretary, Business Director, Activities Director, Communications Director and Senators, for the 2001/2002 academic year."I'm … [Read more...] about Student elections
Yuba-Sutter transit expands services
The Yuba-Sutter Transit Authority has expanded its service, adding four new buses to its fleet, and an entirely new route servicing south Yuba City. According to Keith Martin, Transit Manager, 40 percent of expansion funding comes from the Federal Transit Administration and 30 … [Read more...] about Yuba-Sutter transit expands services
Getting defensive about education
Charlie Robinson has taught different aspects of self-defense to Yuba College students for nearly two decades, while interest has waned in recent years. During the spring semester, only 45 students have enrolled in the two self-defense classes offered on campus.Robinson cites … [Read more...] about Getting defensive about education