Issue: December 13, 2012
The climate's in crisis—most people are ready to admit that now—and to slow it down, scientists say we need to cut back drastically on greenhouse-gas emissions that are causing our atmosphere to deteriorate and the planet to warm. But who will lead this colossal endeavor? Meet the climate changers: 15 scientists and policy makers in the Sacramento region who play vital roles in the global effort to fix a warming planet. Melinda Welsh reports.
In Frontlines, Christopher Arns reports on the environmentalists who are suing California because we don't regulate fracking. Wait, what? We don't regulate fracking! And Cosmo Garvin looks into the replacement for Sacramento City Unified School District board member Ellyne Bell, who recently resigned. It's quite a fight. Finally, in Capitol Lowdown, Greg Lucas gives us the scoop on legislative freshman orientation, where sometimes the new kids get “domed.”
In this week's Arts&Culture, Raheem F. Hosseini spends some time at Fly Cuts. It's an old-school barbershop on the corner of Stockton and Florin—the site of a gang shootout that killed a young mother two years ago—but it's not going away. That's what neighborhood and community are about: staying put and setting examples. Meet owner Toriano Mason and Fly Cuts' regulars. Also in arts: Aaron Carnes profiles Whiskey and Stitches; Maxwell McKee rounds up the local holiday stage productions for your convenience; and Becky Grunewald gets her socks knocked off by the food at Bánh Xèo 46A on Stockton Boulevard.
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The climate changers
Meet 15 scientists and policy makers in the Sacramento region who play vital roles in the global effort to fix a warming planet.
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Environmentalists sue California, spark fracking feud
California doesn't regulate this new method of oil and gas exploration, so activists sued.
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Board games
Activists and teachers call Sacramento City Unified District Board of Trustees' replacement-pick side step undemocratic and push for a special election.
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Sacramento still grappling with ’recent phenomenon' of Internet-gambling cafes
The Sacramento County board of supervisors reject cafe license last week.
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Crazy GOPs
Auntie Ruth explores oil as god's gift and the fall of Proposition 37 and the food movement's death rattle.
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A good water hog
The Rainwater HOG stores rainwater, links up to other systems (such as showers, toilets or other HOGs) and can fit in tight spots.
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Food network challenge
SN&R's Jeff vonKaenel talks hunger with Yolo County Supervisor Don Saylor.
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Internet wars
Congress should be preventing the Copyright Alert System and upholding net neutrality.
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Letters for December 13, 2012
Readers take a poke at newly elected Sacramento City Councilman Steve Hansen, and find a resemblance between Mayor Kevin Johnson and a tumor.
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Don’t put a ring on it
Joey advises a reader to stop obsessing over the marriage proposal and instead focus on the relationship.
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The voice of Christmas
Capital Stage’s Jonathan Williams channels Jimmy Stewart’s iconic performance as George Bailey in a new “live radio broadcast” of Frank Capra’s classic 1946 film, It’s a Wonderful Life.
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Libros that deserve your money
The Mexican presents his annual Christmas gift guide.
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Fresh and sleazy
Great floods of the future, the ghosts of development deals past.
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On freshman disorientation at California's Capitol
If the state Legislature were a business, would it get Bain Capital'd?
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K.J.’s green cred
Mayor Kevin Johnson should embrace progressive, aggressive environmental policy in his second term.
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Unsexy but brilliant
Richard Branson, we thank thee for funding green-building retrofits in Sacramento!
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Good therapists put clients first
Sometimes therapists need to keep their personal opinions private—for the good of the client.
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A deeper cut
Gang violence shakes a south Sacramento barbershop to its core—but it will take more than tragedy to keep its resilient, smack-talking owner down.
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Holiday on stage
One of the best ways to keep the season bright is to see a holiday show live onstage.
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Classic Xmas flicks (and crappy ones, too)
Christmas films—alternative and traditional—will be screened by La Raza Galería Posada, Movies on a Big Screen and the Crest Theatre.
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More bang for your bucks
The dynamic Mighty Wallet is thin, waterproof, recyclable, durable and inexpensive—making it a great last-minute holiday gift.
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Eau de hipster
Who knows if Bonnie Prince Billy's new Sanae Intoxicants scent is an aftershave or cologne—it's perfect for the hirsute hipster in your life.
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Victorian clothes, balloons and airships
A new book lavishly illustrates the history of steampunk culture.
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Sound, deconstructed
David Byrne's new book takes a personal approach to break down concepts of music.
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Bad Santa, frantic mall
One SN&R writer braves the mall and Santa Claus and then finds holiday relief on the Internet.
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Socks get knocked
Finally, master the art of Vietnamese rice paper at Bánh Xèo 46A.
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Toast to his and hers
Local brew gets mad love on husband-wife beer blog His & Hers Beer Notes.
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Olive, my love
It’s olive oil season, and Sacramento-area olive oil just might be the key to this year’s last-minute holiday shopping.
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Meet your clothes maker
I’d rather go naked than wear fur, but I’d rather wear organic-cotton and recycled-polyester coats by Bay Area clothing line JulesElin than go naked.
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The pluck of the Irish
Whiskey and Stitches' music combines traditional Celtic heritage with distinctly American sensibilities.
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Thurs., Dec. 13, Al Stewart
Cult folk hero and Paul Simon’s former roommate brings his act to Harlow’s Restaurant & Nightclub on Thursday, December 13.
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Fri., Dec. 14, Compañia Mazatlán Bellas Artes
A Mexican folk-dance and music troupe from Sacramento brings its holiday performance to Folsom on Friday, December 14.
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Sat., Dec. 15, the Grouch
A group of hip-hop performers aim to hijack the holidays at Ace of Spades on Saturday, December 15.
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Sun., Dec. 16, Motoshi Kosako
A Northern Californian harpist performs his unique take on jazz at JB’s Lounge on Sunday, December 16.
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Sun., Dec. 16, Snoop Dogg
The rap artist also known as Snoop Lion brings his diverse talents to Ace of Spades on Sunday, December 16.
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Sun., Dec. 16, Sacramento Master Singers
A well-known Sacramento choral group performs its holiday show in Folsom on Sunday, December 16.
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Wed., Dec. 19, the Woolen Men
Guitar-driven psychedelic pop music from Portland, Ore., comes to The Press Club on Wednesday, December 19.
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Thurs., Dec. 20, John Gruber
A blues singer brings his subtle and tender style to the Fox & Goose on Thursday, December 20.
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On Brubeck, beer and doom metal
Remembering Dave Brubeck's Sacramento connection; and musings on Throne's aggressive heavy metal; and Snoop Dogg, the godfather of all that is smokable.
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Furry feet and slow going
Little guy, furry feet, funny ears. Yeah, you know him. Travels with some really angry ax-wielding dwarves and a gray-bearded wizard.
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Will California legalize marijuana in 2016?
Ngaio looks at the fate of Golden State weed-ballot initiatives—and whether Harborside Health Center in Oakland will remain open.
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12 Days of Giving
Right before the holiday, SN&R reminds our readers our readers that there are more ways to give than buying a generic gift card. Our advertorial-style non-profit giving guide is an excellent opportunity to inspire our readers to give during the holiday season.
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