Issue: February 21, 2019
In this week's SN&R feature story, Ailene Voisin handicaps the chances that the young, fast and exciting Sacramento Kings make the NBA playoffs for the first time since 2006.
In News, Raheem F. Hosseini tells the story of a hidden homeless camp of undocumented Southeast Asian immigrants. Scott Thomas Anderson attended a town hall kicking off the campaign to pass a 2020 rent control measure in Sacramento.
In Arts, we look at two exhibits on the black experience at the Verge Center for the Arts, Sacramento author Jeff Ewing's new short story collection and the first album from local pop-punk band Sad Girlz Club.
In Voices, this week's community essay argues for tearing down Interstate 5 along Sacramento's riverfront. Jeff vonKaenel urges high school seniors to submit their college essays, and I write about plans to remake the old Cal Skate University roller rink in South Sacramento.
As always, thanks for reading. To read the full stories, click the links below. But don't forget to pick up a print version of SN&R for exclusive event picks and other content.
— Foon Rhee
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The longest drought
Can Sacramento Kings make the NBA playoffs for first time since 2006?
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On the margins of the margins
Next to a Sacramento neighborhood, Southeast Asian homeless immigrants struggle to survive flood waters and a lack of services.
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Here come the tenants
City Council’s inability to craft rent control compromise with housing and labor advocates paves way for 2020 ballot fight.
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Ballot boom
Turnout for California’s historically underrepresented Latino, Asian and youth voters increased in 2018.
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Statement speech
Mayor Darrell Steinberg goes to Meadowview to talk about economic justice and Stephon Clark.
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Not so affordable
Sacramento County officials and nonprofit are moving ahead with converting the historic Capitol Park Hotel to affordable rentals—but it’s going to be expensive.
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Roller rink revival
Les Simmons is trying to transform the old Cal Skate University into a thriving youth center.
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Letters for February 21, 2019
Protest weapons and homeless count.
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Loving a love child
What if a love child asks where her daddy is?
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Tear down the freeway
I-5 cuts a gash between the city and river.
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Dear high school seniors,
Enter your college essays in the SN&R’s tenth annual College Essay Contest… for prizes and fame!
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Sac-rapmento
Michael Colen, also known as First Degree The D.E., has been researching the history of Sacramento rap and wrote the book on it.
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Double vision
Two exhibits at the Verge Center for the Arts explore the black experience in striking and unsettling ways.
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Dispatches from the dark side
Sacramento writer Jeff Ewing’s new collection of short stories examines loneliness, regret and Northern California.
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Review: ‘Vanities’ at Imagination Theater
‘Vanities’ explores the friendship of three women during the 1960s and ’70s.
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Review: ‘Felicity Rose and the Big D’ at B Street Theatre
B Street intern’s solo show was an energetic jaunt around a first kiss.
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Duck Days Festival at Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area Headquarters
Celebrate quacking waterfowl in all their duckly glory at the 25th anniversary of the Duck Days Festival.
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Davis Farmers Market at Sutter Medical Center
Have yourself a farm-to-forky meal this week with help from Davis Farmers Market, now in Sacramento.
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Save the Train Benefit Concert at Big Sexy Brewing Co.
Give some train parts in exchange for an evening of music from Jessica Malone, Todd Gardner and more.
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Sourdough Class at The Urban Hive
Time to improve yourself—by learning how to make sourdough bread.
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Irish pub grub
Pitch and Fiddle is an Irish sports bar that keeps the Guinness cold and corned beef hot.
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Mas pan dulce!
Mexican pan dulce (sweet bread) is aplenty in Sacramento with destinations that stretch from the south to the north.
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Afternoon delight
Who says “after dinner” drinks are just for after dinner?
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Vampire-style
Why is it called a Vampire Taco? That food mystery is yet to be determined. However, it’s delicious.
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Fill your calendar and belly
Ian Carty of The Vegan Van supports communities of color with weekly and monthly events and the launch of the Coalition for Vegans of Color.
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Pop-punk juxtaposition
Sad Girlz Club’s boppy tunes for cloudy feels.
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Living next to a grow
An inconsiderate neighbor causes a stink.
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Vape the planet
Refillable vape pens are easy to use and environmentally friendly.
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