Jim Marsoobian

Diablo Dispatch writer and editor, Jim Marsoobian also enjoys cats, writing, collecting, mysteries, movies, and listening to music. : )

Punxsutawney Phil is Chill: Happy Groundhog Day!

     It’s February 2nd, a chilly morning in Pennsylvania. The crowd gathers. Cameras, microphones, and a wave of civilian cell phones turn on. The cheers...

Strike that, repair it: Nurses formed picket lines in front of major NYC hospitals—and they deserved to be heard!

    “On strike for better patient care,” “More nurses, less millionaire execs!”, “Fair contract for patients and nurses!”, read the signs at the picket lines...

I guess a coherent plot wasn’t on The Menu

       The Menu had potential. With a star-studded cast, the film received a 7.3/10 from IMDb and an 89% score from Rotten Tomatoes (the audience...

2022 Recap

     2022 was a year that was jam-packed with all sorts of “Did that really happen?” and “What did that guy say?” moments. And with...

“It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas” (In October, I Guess)

     It was the week of Halloween.      I had to go to the store for some last-minute spooky supplies, to prepare for the best day of...

“In the middle of the night”: Taylor Swift’s Midnights

     She’s at it again: the stars align as the legendary Taylor Swift and her new album fill speakers and earbuds at midnight,...

Mello Out

Jim Marsoobian Opinion Editor Long-time beloved PE and Health teacher, Mrs. Mello retires from Mission Viejo High School.      2003: the year of Finding Nemo, Juicy tracksuits, and...

The GSA: A Slay

Jim Marsoobian Opinion Editor The 2022 MVHS GSA club is a diverse, inclusive club, and members are looking forward to another, even more successful year.      The sound...