The music is fast and loud when Divided Youth commands the stage. The punk band was formed two years ago by Rio Americano juniors guitarist Nicky Vaughan and drummer Layne Perkins Saavedra. Since then,...

The Theater of Lights, a free show at the tops of the buildings at the Old Sacramento waterfront offers fun for families and a bit of a nostalgic experience for teens. Being featured all throughout...

The state of California is considered a biodiversity hotspot. Deserts, mountains, beaches and forests can all be found here. However, climate change has threatened much of the state’s —and the world’s—access...

Rio Americano’s beginning photography class, taught by Michael Mahoney, recently turned their classroom into a giant camera obscura. First they covered all the windows and door cracks with black plastic...

Being a high school, much of the Rio Americano population was unable to vote in the election on Nov. 5. Still, discussions and arguments have filled classrooms and halls in the days since.  Given the...

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups earned a sweet victory in the Mirada’s poll to discover Rio Americano students’ favorite Halloween candy. Of almost 100 responses the Mirada received, 21% chose Reese’s....

Nothing beats a homicidal clown for great terror. At least not among Rio Americano students, who chose “It,” the 2017 adaptation of Stephen King’s novel as their favorite scary movie.  In a Mirada...

Rio Americano’s beloved ceramics teacher, Rene Worley, truly embodies the essence of an artist. Born and raised in Tulare, Worley was born into a family rich in artistry and innovation. Her grandfather...