Issue: December 06, 2012
Good morning, readers:
Are you in the market to buy a new car or know someone who is? If so, you're going to want to pay close attention to this week's cover story, Confessions of an ex-car salesman. In it, Walter Irish spills all of the tricks and trades in the car-selling business, for both new and used vehicles. He knows his stuff. It's any interesting read whether or not you're buying a car, but the info contained within would almost surely save you some bucks if you are. Believe me, I sure wish I had read something like this prior to purchasing my vehicle.
In Newslines this week, News Editor Tom Gascoyne talks to outgoing Chico City Councilmen Andy Holcombe, Jim Walker and Bob Evans about their tenure on the panel. Editor Robert Speer checks out the scene at the City Council chambers as the new council members are sworn in. Calendar Editor Howard Hardee has a write-up on the arrest and confession of the man responsible for the recent fatal hit-and-run of a Durham cyclist. And Vic Cantu files a report on the bizarre incident in the Dominican Republic in which a local magician was set on fire.
In Greenways this week, check out Claire Hutkins Seda's preview of the annual Christmas Bird Count organized by Altacal Audubon Society.
In Healthlines, Evan Tuchinsky's story provides advice on shopping for health-insurance plans.
And in the Arts and Culture: In Chow, read Henri's take on the Bloody Mary, including recipes. In Reel World, Juan-Carlos Selznick checks out new Brad Pitt film Killing Them Softly. New contributor MaryRose Lovgren reviews Oliver! The Musical, and longtime contributor (and former arts editor) Mark Lore talks to one-man-show Ghostwriter (aka singer-songwriter Steve Schecter) in advance of his appearance at Monstros Pizza this Friday.
Happy reading,
-Melissa Daugherty, managing editor
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Confessions of an ex-car salesman
A car-sales veteran shows what buyers can do to counter sales tricks and gimmicks and get a good deal on a new car.
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Exit left, right and center
Three Chico City Council members say goodbye with exit interviews.
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Man on fire
The Dominican Republic TV host who set Chico-based magician Wayne Houchin ablaze insists it was an accident.
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Hit-and-run suspect charged
A 71-year-old Gridley man confesses to killing cyclist on the Midway and then fleeing.
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Changing of the guard
This week’s City Council meeting was a happy occasion filled with ceremonies to honor outgoing members and welcome new ones. And, yes, we have a new mayor.
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Carjacking gone wrong
Berry Creek man fails in three attempts to steal a car.
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Statue dedication
Monument to late Hmong hero Vang Pao set for dedication.
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What a boot!
Former Chico State soccer player wins Major League Soccer’s MVP.
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Outlook on the rise
Pollster says Americans’ confidence in the economy is growing.
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Counting birds, rain or shine
Altacal Audubon Society, the local chapter of the National Audubon Society, gets ready for its annual Christmas Bird Count.
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Renewable energy contested
Think tank produces anti-renewable energy legislation.
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Sea-level rise on rise
Oceans rising at pace faster than predicted.
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Not so wild anymore
California’s wildlife has adapted to human activity.
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The seriousness of climate change
Latest climate-change report bodes ill for humans, among others.
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Health-insurance lowdown
Our writer gives the scoop on how to find the best health-insurance plan for your health-care (and budgetary) needs.
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An animal a day
Help keep the doctor away by having an animal companion.
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A-team versus blood clots
Ampla Health launches anticoagulation-medication team.
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A coal-fired burden
Poor, minorities affected most by coal-plant pollution.
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CPR training for young ’uns
Enloe and Butte County EMS teach Chico High students first-aid basics.
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Where was the campaign?
The city stands to lose nearly $1 million a year because nobody took ownership of Measure J.
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Obama must lead on climate change
Now that he’s been re-elected the president is free to do what’s needed to reduce carbon emissions.
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Protect artists from Big Tech
Musicians and other recording artists deserve to be paid for their work.
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Sweeping up a mess
One of the CN&R’s editorials last week was seriously flawed and needs correction.
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Some more, please
California Regional Theater’s musical of Dickens classic looks, sounds and feels great.
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Talk, shoot, repeat
Stylish and brutal crime story nearly talks itself to death.
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