Issue: April 18, 2019
This week SN&R presents its annual 420 issue, full of stories about the new world of legal cannabis in California, including tech and tourism. There also lists—of the top strains and places to visit and munchies to make when high.
In News, Scott Thomas Anderson explores some of those behind a resurgence of one segment of the black market. In Voices, Sacramento's enforcement chief writes about how the city is trying to regulate cannabis.
In Arts, Rachel Leibrock reports from the Weezer/Pixies concert. We also have a preview of Capital Stage's 15 th anniversary season and a review of The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen's Guild Dramatic Society Murder Mystery at Theatre in the Heights in Citrus Heights .
On our new Home & Garden page, Debbie Arrington says that the super bloom is flowering in Sacramento's suburbs.
A lso in Voices, I write about how recycling is going in California on Earth Day 2019.
As always, thanks for reading. To read the full stories, click the links below. But don't forget to pick up a print copy of SN&R for exclusive event picks and other content.
— Foon Rhee
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The new Emerald City
Entrepreneurs, regulators and others seek the right path on legal cannabis in California.
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California grown
Ngaio Bealum’s annual list of Top 10 skunky buds to add to your stash.
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All aboard the cannabus
San Francisco allows bus tours to cannabis lounges, dispensaries with on-site consumption. Why not Sacramento?
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An eco-conscious smoke
For a more eco-friendly smoke session, SN&R brings you these simple steps to reducing your carbon footprint.
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Getting high … tech
The cannabis industry is the fastest growing commercial enterprise in the U.S. But is it time for big tech solutions from Silicon Valley to invest?
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The elevated outdoors
There’s nothing like enjoying the beautiful places and spaces of Sacramento—while high.
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Don’t call it a comeback
After the cancellation of its event last October, High Times brings its Cannabis Cup back to Cal Expo this weekend.
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Delivery divas
The women behind Crystal Nugs aim high as one of the area’s first female-owned cannabis delivery services in the area.
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The Chinese connection
Foreign money has turned homes around the Sacramento region into the engine of the marijuana black market—and it’s competing with legal operators.
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Getting away with an almost murder
What does sex worker immunity legislation have to do with a 40-year-old unsolved shooting in Sacramento?
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Refugee window closing
Sacramento County, once a top destination for Afghan and Iraqi interpreters, is experiencing a sharp drop in admissions.
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Will clean for stipend
Homeless volunteers help keep Sacramento clean as part of Downtown Streets Team.
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2020 vision
Sacramento County mounts community-driven campaign to make sure every resident is counted during next year’s census.
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Is recycling still worth it?
Advocates push to reduce plastics to shore up recycling rates.
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Letters for April 18, 2019
Democrats, Old Sacramento, Crocker.
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Making legal cannabis work
Sacramento’s pragmatic approach to legal cannabis is succeeding.
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Happy 420!
No taxation without bank representation and other 420 thoughts.
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Michael Hicks: Cannabis supplier to the stars
Michael Hicks made the transition from cannabis retail to cannabis cultivation, and now faces regulation, fees and testing.
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Bong appetit
Six recipes to try when you’ve got the munchies.
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Circus of the absurd
Caleb Duffy’s chaotic clown-fueled comedy delivers a dark, whimsical joy.
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Review: The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen’s Guild Dramatic Society Murder Mystery at Theatre in the Heights
A small community theater company takes a stab at meta-theater.
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Preview: Capital Stage’s 15th anniversary season
Capital Stage introduces six plays for its upcoming season.
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Eggstravanganzoo at the Sacramento Zoo
The zoo has eggs; go find them.
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Verbal Assault from Spoken Word Federation
The verbal smackdown is going down in Sac-town.
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Sacramento Beer and Chili Festival
Beer and chili are going to this festival—are you?
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Preview: The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical at Broadway Sacramento
Greek mythology gets the musical theater treatment.
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Hollywood Arms
SN&R reviews a new play from Chautauqua Playhouse.
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Super blooms in the suburbs
Wildflowers are blooming in the suburbs.
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Delectable nooks and crannies
Wings City serves up crispy lemon pepper and mango habanero wings.
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Potently delicious
Here’s a quick-and-easy guide to help home cooks get warmly baked.
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Taste the rainbow
Sunflower Drive-In juices an array of colorful fruits and veggies and serves them chilled in drinks such as its Mixed Vegetable Juice with celery, red cabbage and carrot for a bit of sweetness.
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Swirls of sweetness
Solomon’s Delicatessen in Davis serves up fresh, doughy bagels daily. But did you know about its dessert menu?
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Fast food goes vegan
Will 2019 be the year when vegan options take over fast-food restaurant chain menus?
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Back to the ‘90s
Weezer and Pixies sets at Golden 1 Center draw on inspiration and innovation.
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Get rid of ‘weed deserts’
Bill that would expand legal cannabis is one of several before the Legislature.
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How cannabis helped kick bad habits
A writer explores his journey kicking alcohol and tobacco abuse with the help of cannabis.
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Don’t harsh the vibe, man
Here’s how to keep it mellow in dispensaries.
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