Nerd Alert!
It’s finally January, the first semester flew by! Now, it’s time for the dreaded big and scary second semester grind. Your winter arc, your generational lock in; whatever you call it, we all know it […]
Month: February 2026
Senior Flanagan competes in Under Armour Next All American Game
Costa ’26 alum Audrey Flanagan graduated early to move in at and start training with the University of Wisconsin, Madison volleyball team. However, before landing there, she made a stop in Orlando, Florida to participate […]
Where do they belong? Drama/Tech casts “Mean Girls”
Costa’s drama department will present “Mean Girls” from Apr. 24 through May 2, bringing the comical Broadway adaptation to the high school stage. The musical follows Cady Heron, as she adjusts to life at a […]
Costa science teacher Aaron Kofhal named 2025-26 union president
After 12 years of involvement, Aaron Kofahl, one of Costa’s beloved social science teachers has officially stepped into the role of Union President for the Manhattan Beach Unified Teachers Association, representing over 280 teachers/educators across […]
Junior’s vintage surf-inspired brand makes waves in Hermosa Beach
It all began with a stack of vintage, sun bleached surf magazines surrounding junior Marek Kessler’s floor. Flipping through them, to catch inspiration for his clothing brand. Surfing has always been Kessler’s passion, and clothing […]
Senior Assassin brings seniors together before graduation
As February 2 approaches, Costa seniors will have to navigate everyday life for the next few months with extreme caution. Senior Assassin, a senior-run game whose organizers remain anonymous, has become a highly anticipated tradition […]
E-Bike Rider Seriously Injured in PCH Crash
Payton Obermyer Social Media Manager A man riding an electric bicycle was seriously injured on Jan. 12th after being struck by a vehicle on Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) in Hermosa Beach. The collision occurred around […]
Manhattan Beach Enforces New E-Bike Safety Rule
Juliet Zuckerwise Business Manager A new state law regulating electric bikes is now in effect in Manhattan Beach, introducing updated safety requirements as e-bike use continues to rise throughout the community. According to MB News, […]
Costa’s Winter Formal Faces Attendance Challenge
Aasmia Ali Staff Writer Costa’s annual Winter Formal is just around the corner, and it will be a night of dinner, dancing, karaoke, a photo booth, desserts, and more. This year’s “Blue Bird Bash” will […]
Mira Costa Drama Holds Auditions for Mean Girls
Scarlet Hanna Staff Writer The Mira Costa Drama/Tech Department held auditions for this year’s spring musical, Mean Girls, during the week of Jan. 5th, drawing in a large group of students eager to earn a […]