Section: Local Stories
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¡Muy caliente!
Stay-at-home dad Tim Sharkey spices up his life with California Habanero Blends, the line of hot sauces he cooked up in his kitchen.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Hobby bears fruit
Bertagna Son Kissed Vineyard is a labor of love for a couple who value the growth of their sons more than the growth of the business.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Delicious niches
Local entrepreneurs find the ‘mmmm’ in money.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Branching out
When Lewis Johnson started tending his family’s orchards, little did he know he’d start making olive oil—let alone own two labels.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Twenty-five years on death row
Two years after she first profiled her friend Andre Burton, the author brings us up to date on his appeals and the state’s efforts to repair what all agree is a broken system.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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First Chico, then the world
A high school project paves the way for Maisie Jane’s eponymous, enormous business.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Sweet second act
For the fun of it, a Paradise cop and his wife buy Joy Lyn’s Candies. Eight years later, they’re still like kids in a candy store.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Dem to take on Herger
A Trinity County supervisor—a Democrat, no less—has the gumption to challenge 11-term incumbent Rep. Wally Herger.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Solidly behind Staley
Shortly after one vote of confidence, the school board decides to hire interim superintendent Kelly Staley on a permanent basis.
This article was published on 02.21.08
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Disease not so dangerous
Recent “outbreak” of canine distemper virus not an outbreak at all.
This article was published on 02.21.08
February 21, 2008
CN&R Vol 31 Issue 32