Issue: November 28, 2019
For Thanksgiving, this week we feature essays from six Sacramento leaders about what they are grateful for—where they find the light during these dark times.
In News, Scott Thomas Anderson and Mozes Zarate dig into the background of a candidate for the beleaguered Sac City Unified school board, Kate Gonzales writes about a special task force that targets animal abusers and we have a story about poor families going hungry due to the power blackouts to prevent wildfires.
In Arts, we have a follow-up to Broadway Sacramento's ill-fated naming rights deal with Dignity Health and what it says about the LGBTQ community's power. Also, Rachel Mayfield visits a new exhibit of small town photos at Gallery at 48 Natoma and Maxfield Morris profiles The Dead South before the band performs at Ace of Spades. In Stage, we have reviews of Deathtrap at Sacramento Theatre Company and The Clean House at Big Idea Theatre.
In this week's Garden column, Debbie Arrington lists some ways for gardeners to get into the holiday spirit.
In Voices, a local resident doubts that Sacramento will ever be as livable as Portland, publisher Jeff von Kaenel writes about the financial challenges facing local newspapers and I update a cash-for-kids ballot measure going before Sacramento voters in March.
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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There but for grace
Seeing people in need is a continuous reminder of blessings.
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Time is precious
Be thankful for the opportunity to learn and share with others.
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Saying ‘thank you’ is powerful
Being thankful helps you and your community.
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Finding a path to joy
Focusing on gratitude gets you through life’s challenges.
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A warm place to sleep
Finding hope and inspiration to end homelessness.
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Public sounds
Delayed payments and organizational problems dog pop-up concert promoter running for Sac City Unified school board.
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The pet detectives
Sacramento’s animal cruelty investigators deal with a high volume of complex cases.
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‘We need the food that we lost’
Poor families lose fridges full of food during blackouts.
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A reckoning for Max
Three employees of El Dorado Hills school face manslaughter charges over death of 13-year-old autistic student.
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Poster children
ACLU slams Sacramento elementary school for trashing students’ Black Lives Matter artwork.
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Under the wire
City Council beats deadline to put cash for kids measure on March ballot.
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Letters for November 28, 2019
Kevin Johnson, abortion, records, North Sac.
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No apologies
A girlfriend with a rough childhood won’t apologize.
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Sacramento is no Portland
Sacramento’s goal to become America’s most livable city is a pipe dream.
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We must save independent journalism
McClatchy teeters on the edge of bankruptcy; SN&R asks for your support.
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Kurt Geiger: Traveling fossil educator
Kurt Geiger and his son Carter take their Fossils on Wheels biz to Paradise.
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Morality play
Broadway Sac’s ill-fated naming rights deal shows power of LGBTQ activists.
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Middle of nowhere
Appreciate the rugged charm of small towns captured by artists Kelly Howell and Kerri Warner.
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Review: ‘Deathtrap’ at Sacramento Theatre Company
A struggling playwright finds himself in the midst of a murder mystery.
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Review: ‘The Clean House’ at Big Idea Theatre
A woman longs to be a comedian, but must become a housemaid instead.
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Run to Feed the Hungry 2019
Celebrate Turkey Day by running with the turkeys.
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Sacramento Climate Strike at the State Capitol
Stand up for the environment at this Black Friday strike.
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The Truth About Textiles with CalRecycle
Get the deets you need to know about textiles in California.
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STOMP at Harris Center
Props and everyday objects become percussive instruments when in the company of STOMP.
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Preview: ‘Code and Response’
A new documentary explores how better tech can aid disaster relief efforts.
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Holiday cheer
Gardeners have many ways to grow holiday cheer.
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Sac singers snag spotlight
A blues singer and soul crooner perform well outside of the 916.
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Paradise lost
Cajun and Creole menu hits certain strides, but still has a ways to go to achieve heavenly status.
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Coquito for a cause
Hook & Ladder contest will send a portion of proceeds toward those still in need after Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico.
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Childhood delights
Warm flavors that rekindle memories of grandma’s house.
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Peter knows best
The perfect Benedict is found at Evan’s Kitchen and Catering in East Sacramento.
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New menu, who this?
Taco Bell shines with its plant-based menu approved by the American Vegetarian Society.
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Dead cowboy’s society
Canadian bluegrass band the Deep South kicks off tour in California.
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Legalize it already
Will the federal government decriminalize cannabis anytime soon?
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Finding the elusive ‘flow state’
Have you ever consumed cannabis and lost yourself in a task for hours? That’s what’s known as the ‘flow state’
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