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To say this has been a tough year is an understatement. However, people are still holding on with newfound (or old) hobbies, friends, and family. A survey was sent out last week to see what the bright spots and experiences of 2020 were for the staff, faculty and students of DMACC.  Forty-three people responded in […]

Thanksgiving is different today considering the circumstances of proper social distancing. For both small and large gatherings, the decision is tough when considering the risks. Banner News has decided to share our perspectives on Thanksgiving, and our plans for the holiday. For my family, Thanksgiving is one of the few times where we all gather […]

As someone who appreciates a little competition, I feel that Black Friday is a nice way to spice up the holiday season.  When I was really young, I was in bed before midnight and only my parents would participate in the late night shopping. As I got older, I wanted to tag along to see […]

With so much time on our hands, many people have been cleaning out that old closet, garage, and storage shed. Two questions usually arise when doing this, how did I get all of this stuff and what do I do with all of it? I have asked this question myself many times before, and let […]

The year 2020 left its mark on just about everything and the entertainment industry was no exception. Whether it was a family-friendly animation or a superhero series, COVID-19 has pushed it back and has set up for an entertainment full 2021. The young movie-goers will be ready to drag their parents to the theatres to […]

On Oct. 27, the Los Angeles Dodgers took down the Tampa Bay Rays to win their first World Series since 1988. Both teams held the best records in their respective leagues, but each was constructed in a very different manner. Major League Baseball is one of the four most popular leagues in North America. One […]

Making books into visual films has been popular for quite some time, but there are some books that just don’t work out in the film industry. This is of no fault to the book itself or the author, or to the filmmakers doing their best. Some books just don’t translate. A prime example of this […]

Recently some students and faculty/staff responded to a survey that was anonymous and focused on the 2020 presidential election. Like any election, the results varied and this one proved to be just as interesting.  A total of 76 people participated in the survey. Half said that they were faculty, and the other half said that […]

Students, teachers, and faculty alike are still going through the stressful time of midterms. Studying, grading, and working at home can be a challenge. After all, distractions surround us.  With that being said, we don’t have a lot of places to go to anymore. We’re not allowed to study in libraries or sit in cafes. […]

The National Football League has been around since 1922, and has been very popular for more than 50 years. The rules have been evolving ever since its creation, but they have yet to be perfected. The main concept that the NFL fan base is in conflict with is the importance of the overtime coin toss.  […]