Issue: March 07, 2019
This week's SN&R chronicles the latest on Stephon Clark—the decision by Sacramento County's district attorney not to file criminal charges against the two police officers who killed him, plus the community reaction since.
This week's issue also features Scott Thomas Anderson's story about the Iu-Mien, refugees from the Vietnam War who are making their voices heard in Sacramento.
In Arts, Maxfield Morris writes about "sip and paint" events, which are a thing, and Janelle Bitker tells the back story of Vietgone at Capital Stage. We also have reviews of A Doll's House at B Street Theatre and Oliver! at Davis Musical Theatre Company.
In Voices, Sacramento City Councilman Jay Schenirer states his case for a homeless shelter next to a Regional Transit station in this week's community essay. Jeff vonKaenel says we need to repair our infrastructure . I write about the proposal by Sacramento's new fire chief to make ambulance staffing less costly.
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 hidden thread
The Iu-Mien, Sacramento’s spirited but little-known refugee community, is starting to find its voice.
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The ‘second’ killing of Stephon Clark
In clearing officers, Sacramento County district attorney built a case against an unarmed homicide victim.
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That’s rich
Police corner and arrest more than 80 Stephon Clark demonstrators near affluent East Sacramento neighborhood.
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Detained and forgotten
Immigration detention centers in California lack oversight and proper care, reports find.
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Is this more than a fire drill?
Sacramento’s new fire chief tries to change ambulance staffing.
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Letters for March 7, 2019
Freeways, outsourcing, GOP and dating.
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Worry wart
Anxiety is toxic for relationships, but overcoming it takes self-love.
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The case for homeless shelters
City councilman argues for putting a shelter next to a RT station.
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How to prevent the next disaster
Investment in infrastructure seems expensive until you consider the alternative.
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Edwin Burton: Loaves & Fishes’ chef
Edwin Burton works the kitchen at Loaves & Fishes, managing volunteers and workers to serve free hot meals.
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Paint-and-existential crisis
Paint & sip events are all over Sacramento. Is it real art?
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Love, war and ninjas
Capital Stage’s spirited rendition of Vietgone subverts Asian-American stereotypes.
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Review: A Doll’s House, Part 2 at B Street Theatre
Nora Helmer is back, and she’s ready for round two.
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Review: Oliver! at Davis Musical Theater Company
A talented cast provides plenty of enjoyment in this musical version of a Charles Dickens classic.
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Poetry Out Loud State Finals with the California Arts Council
Teenage poets from all over California are converging at the state Capitol with one goal: to be the Golden State’s representative in a national poetry recitation contest.
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Sacramento Jewish Film Festival at Crest Theatre
The Jewish Film Festival is back for another year of films depicting the breadth of the Jewish experience.
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Cool Cuisine Burger Battle throughout Davis
Catch some of Davis’ best vegan burgers and vote on which you prefer the most—it’s like being a judge on ‘American Idol’.
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Falsettos at Broadway Sacramento
The William Finn and James Lapine Tony Award-winning musical comes to Sacramento on tour.
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Carriage Return at Mills Station Arts and Culture Center
Check out an exhibit of more than 60 typewriters and even take in an open-mic.
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Preview: Once More, with Feeling at the William J. Geery Theater
Everyone’s favorite supernatural sing-a-long is back.
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A Midsummer Night’s Dream
SN&R reviews a new play by Sacramento Theatre Company.
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The Whipping Man
SN&R reviews a new play by Celebration Arts.
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Trending tastes
Local chefs and a food scientist dish on what’s in demand in the Farm-to-Fork capital.
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The proof is in the pot stickers
Jennifer Wan, owner of Gam Le Sing, cooks with the traditional Chinese flavors of her childhood.
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Jokes and tokes
The Gateway Show blends comedians and cannabis with its comedy showcase, which is sure to lighten the mood on and off stage.
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