Issue: February 06, 2020
This week's cover story focuses on the local portion of the March 3 primary ballot. SN&R offers our endorsements in key, contested races. We also have news stories on the two open seats: Graham Womack looks at where the money is going in the District 3 race for Sacramento County Board of Supervisors, while Scott Thomas Anderson writes about the very competitive District 8 contest for Sacramento City Council.
In News, Kate Gonzales reports on efforts to repeal Assembly Bill 5, the new state law on freelancers, and what that says about California's income inequality. We also look at the big fight over proposed school closings in Twin Rivers Unified and how community reaction convinced trustees.
In Arts, it's all about the African-American experience. Patrick Hyun Wilson talks to Sacramento sculptor and former Black Panther Akinsanya Kambon, featured in the new American Expressions/African Roots exhibit at Crocker Art Museum, and also to Aliyah Sidqe, who has her first solo show, at Brickhouse Gallery. And Rachel Mayfield previews some Black History Month events at Sacramento State, the Guild Theater and elsewhere.
In Stage, we have reviews of Alabaster at Capital Stage and The Revolutionists at Big Idea Theatre.
In this week's Garden column, Debbie Arrington says that Sacramento's oranges are nearing peak ripeness.
In Voices, a local Democrat bemoans his party's presidential nomination process, SN&R president Jeff vonKaenel reports from the Sacramento Metro Chamber's annual awards dinner and I look at how Sacramento City Council members are split on their endorsements and what that means.
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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Vote local
SN&R’s recommendations in key Sacramento races on March 3 ballot.
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How to vote
What you need to know about the March 3 primary in Sacramento County.
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Sacramento’s next $upervisor
Competing big-money interests line up to decide crucial Sacramento County race.
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Wide open race
Two popular community advocates go head to head for leadership of South Sacramento.
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When there is only the side hustle
What does the anti-AB 5 coalition say about rising income inequality in California?
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Turning the tide on school closures
Massive community outcry persuades Twin Rivers school board to spare nine targeted campuses.
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Settlement scandal
North Sacramento nonprofit to pay $400,000 in settling claims that it used funds for migrant housing on founders’ personal expenses.
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Sensitivity draining
If coronavirus is making you afraid of Asians, you’re the problem.
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Political bedfellows
Sacramento City Council members split on endorsements.
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Crazy love
When a perfect match cheats, or when there are only bad matches.
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The Democratic circus
The Democratic Party’s nomination process has been a circus.
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Sacramento Metro Chamber celebrates accomplishments and focuses on future agenda
A challenge to create affordable housing and economic development in all neighborhoods.
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Mindy Romero: Director of California Civic Engagement Project
The founder of the California Civic Engagement Project outlines potential March primary voting trends.
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A sacred art
Akinsanya Kambon's sculptures radiate with spiritual significance.
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Finding her rhythm
Aliyah Sidqe paints bold visions of the black experience.
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History in the making
Here are just a handful of things to check out during Black History Month.
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Review: ‘Alabaster’ at Capital Stage
After a tornado strikes, a Southern farmowner is left to pick up the pieces.
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Review: ‘The Revolutionists’ at Big Idea Theatre
Four women fight for four different things during the French Revolution.
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Stories on Stage
Non-fiction stories by Rae Gouriand and Marcelo Hernandez Castillo, read aloud at the Pence Gallery.
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Amelia Earhart and Sally Ride fly high in new B Street Theatre production.
Aviation icons Amelia Earhart and Sally Ride explore the air together.
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The Starlet Room hosts SAMMIES nominee Matt Rainey and The Dippin’ Sauce
Former SAMMIES winner and 2020 SAMMIES nominee comes to Blues and Bourbon at The Starlet Room.
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The Moans will rock your socks off.
Rock out with The Moans at Old Ironsides.
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SAMMIES nominee Steelin’ Dan at The Crest Theatre.
Sacramento musicians pay tribute to Steely Dan.
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Preview: ‘Into the Woods’ at Sacramento Theatre Company
Taylor Swift asked, “Are we out of the woods yet?” Sorry, but we just got into the woods!
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Dorothea Puente Tells All
SN&R Reviews a new play at California Stage Co.
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Our bounty of citrus
Sacramento’s oranges are nearing peak ripeness.
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Shuckin’ delicious
A place with plenty of customizable Cajun seafood boils, delicious lobster rolls and fresh oysters on the half-shell.
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Small-town comforts
Woodland offers small-town charms and a growing number of places to imbibe in peace.
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Evoke your inner warrior
Find playful coffee drinks with décor to inspire your inner warrior inside Country Club Plaza Mall.
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So fresh it steams
Golden-friend falafel discs, crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes and creamy hummus in a large tortilla that’s pressed on the grill.
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Bites, sips and songs for Australian wildlife
Singer-songwriter Kyle Vincent will perform on Sunday, Feb. 9 to benefit Australia’s largest wildlife rescues, WIRES.
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Sit and enjoy a dab
What’s Ngaio Bealum’s preferred dab terminology? Read on.
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When cannabis meets wellness
What of the vast space that exists between the purely therapeutic and nothing-but-fun uses of the plant?
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