Issue: January 22, 2015
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The cover story this week: How to die in California. Melinda Welsh talks with patients fighting for death with dignity in the Golden State.
Elsewhere in the issue: Cosmo Garvin investigates the pros and cons of the proposed downtown streetcar, Bites traces the Kings arena subsidy coverup, Janelle Bitker reports on the sweet link between Sacramento's Southeast Asian community and the gourmet doughnut scene, Kel Munger gives SN&R's highest rating to Big Idea Theatre's production of Cloud 9 and more.
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How to die in California
Brittany Maynard's high-profile death may help usher in a right-to-die option for terminally ill patients in the Golden State.
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Answering the big questions when it comes to Sacramento's proposed $150 million streetcar line
Why, who’s paying for it, and whether the expensive project might actually spur economic growth.
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Arden-area neighbors lob more conflict-of-interest allegations against county supervisor
Residents say Susan Peters cares more about developers than them.
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The dying in California deserve a better ending
Co-editor Nick Miller shares a personal experience on the topic of death with dignity.
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Letters for January 22, 2015
Readers express appreciation for slacker fashion and concern about the practices of law enforcement.
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Answer the big questions
Joey advises readers to look at the big picture—not micromanage the pesky details.
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Years of decay
Local artist Hal Rotter talks about old-school metal art and photocopiers.
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‘Higher quality’ immigrants
The Mexican says that the “lesser” Mexicans waiting outside Home Depot will have their day.
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Recently released public records reveal Kings arena subsidy ‘sweetener’ request and paper-trail coverup
This lawsuit may not change anything about the arena deal. But at least it will have produced information that ought have been disclosed to the public a long time ago.
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Sacramento's rising dough stars
Trendy toppings, ice-cream filling and croissant hybrids: The sweet link between local Southeast Asian community and the city's gourmet doughnut scene.
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Jungle love
SN&R reviews Big Idea Theatre's production of Cloud 9.
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Love Letters
SN&R reviews a production of Love Letters at the Geery Theater.
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Stopping the stigma
This series of stories read onstage aims to end the stigma of mental illness.
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It's showtime
Yes, the Crest Theatre's undergone significant management changes, but it's still showing some worthwhile films.
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Healing properties
A new exhibit at the Crocker Art Museum showcases the work of those in pain who used art as a remedy.
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Naturally beautiful
Josh Ochner's landscape photographs tell a beautiful and somewhat tragic story.
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Healing properties
A new exhibit at the Crocker Art Museum showcases the work of those in pain who used art as a remedy.
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Always be my bubbie
Not just for hipsters! This Citrus Heights restaurant serves up tasty breakfast and lunch “Jewish” fare.
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Happy hour vegan
The Roaming Spoon settles, every now and then, at Shine; Chandos goes low-carb and watch out for the out-of-towners.
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Where the wild beer grows
Try The Cardinal by Mraz Brewing Co. for a solid, quality local sour brew.
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Just ducky
Mulvaney's B&L takes advantage of the lift on the foie gras ban and rolls out a new duck liver delicacy.
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Buns in the oven
These newsy items should excite lovers of baked goods.
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Homegrown: For eating and display
Chinese gooseberries—a.k.a. kiwifruit—make for delicious snacks and pretty décor.
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Free burritos and Willie Nelson
Buy Sofritas from Chipotle Mexican Grill on January 26, and get a free burrito or taco through February 28.
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Tim and Helen Spangler are married with songs
Several decades in, Tim and Helen Spangler keep the marital—and musical—sparks alive.
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Eight Gigs: Jeff Bridges & The Abiders
The Big Lebowski star brings his country band to NorCal for three shows this week.
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Eight Gigs: Adore Delano
TV star with a new album brings a dance party to Badlands.
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Eight Gigs: Anton Barbeau
Legendary Sacramento musician brings his psych-tinged vocal-pop to Shine.
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Eight Gigs: Be Brave Bold Robot
Sacramento folky indie-rock group plays an album release show.
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Eight Gigs: G. Love and Special Sauce
Philadelphia singer-songwriter brings his bluesy hip-hop-inflected pop sound to Ace of Spades.
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Eight Gigs: Murderlicious
Local metal band brings its brutal sound to the Blue Lamp.
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Eight Gigs: Brian Chris Rogers
Local musician's solo project spans a ton of musical styles.
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Eight gigs: Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain
A ton of ukuleles take the stage at the Mondavi Center.
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Fewer covers and more whiskey, please
Humble Wolf takes cover, Oh, Rose gets freak folky and Davis' upcoming Music and Words Festival promises hippie-esque intellectualism.
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Hacking it
Leehom Wang, Viola Davis and Chris Hemsworth star in Michael Mann's cyber hacking thriller.
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American Sniper
Clint Eastwood directs—sans chair—this profoundly moving Chris Kyle biopic.
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Spare Parts
This George Lopez-led flick about an underdog high school science club sports tons of cliches—but also heart, good intentions and decent acting.
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The Wedding Ringer
Kevin Hart and Josh Gad make a great comedic pair despite this film's inept directing.
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Traveling stinks
Ngaio returns from his travel to talk about the scene in Georgia.
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