- Issue of
- Sep 30 - Oct 6, 2010
- Vol. 27, No. 20
Cover Story
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Weed Goes West
Utahns search for their American Dream in California’s marijuana “Green Rush.”
News
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- Cover Story
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Weed Goes West
Utahns search for their American Dream in California’s marijuana “Green Rush.”
- Cover Story
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Cops and Pot, by Grandpa Grow
A frank and detailed account of various marijuana growing operations.
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Congressional 3rd District Candidate Jake Shannon
Hypno-Candidate: Libertarian candidate searches for true conservatism in the 3rd Congressional District.
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Attorney General's Office Threatens City Weekly With Criminal Charges, Prior Restraint
It was a document the public’s tax dollars pay for but they (almost) never see: an expert’s opinion on whether a Utah doctor made an honest mistake or a negligent, incompetent screw up ...
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- Hits & Misses
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Liquor Store Reprieve, Philpot's Conspiracies, Charitable Campaign
The DABC commission decided Sept. 28 to keep the Main Street liquor store in Salt Lake City open, for now ...
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- 5 Spot
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Cathy King of Friends of Gilgal Garden
On her first walk through Gilgal Garden in 1999, Cathy King was taken in by its 12 original sculptures and over 70 stones engraved with poetry and scripture.
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- Citizen Revolt
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Wild Stampede 5k, Honoring WWII Jewish Veterans & Historic Landmark Commission
The week’s offerings have something for every activist’s palate. You can run for the cheetahs in Africa, pay tribute to the service of local Jewish World War II veterans...
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- The Ocho
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Alice Cooper/Rob Zombie Concert Highlights
Eight highlights of the Alice Cooper/Rob Zombie Halloween Hootenanny concert.
- Staff Box
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Replenish the Earth
What does “Be fruitful and multiply” mean to you?
- Letters
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Deifying the Dollar
When I see the children who I teach, I note the glint in their eyes and the possibilities of their futures. It makes me hopeful to see them in their psychosis of curiosity.
- Letters
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Don’t Fix Immigration, Stop It
How damned far out of touch are our politicians? “Fixing Legal Immigration” is about promoting legal immigration. Why? Given the high unemployment rate, why would anyone want...
- Letters
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Curvy Argument
Rachael Steineckert’s letter arguing against nude art of women demands a counterpoint.
- Letters
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Let Us Be Heard
Deseret Digital Media’s recent decision to disable the KSL.com comment boards and severely limit content on the DeseretNews.com comment boards is quite disturbing.
- Letters
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Religion Card Failure
I refuse to vote for Gov. Gary Herbert because Herbert said that his opponent [Salt Lake County Mayor] Peter Corroon’s education plan could eliminate the LDS seminary programs in schools.
- Letters
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Treat Muslims Fairly
After reading the Opinion column in the Sept. 16 issue, I felt compelled to commend Jim Catano on his brilliant and insightful comments. I admire his courage in suggesting...
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- Opinion
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Blame Babies, Not Immigrants, for the World's Problems
Immigration reform is needed, but overpopulation is the real issue.
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- The Straight Dope
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Feed Feud
Is grass-fed beef healthier than grain-fed beef?
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- Ask a Mexican
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Special DREAM Act Edition
Why is it so hard to find an educated Mexican—or, hell, even a Latino man who isn’t a pretentious hijo de papi ...
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- Deep End
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The Iron Rod Doctrine
Changing a label may cure homosexuality.
- Miscellaneous
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The letters
City Weekly was threatened with libel, criminal prosecution and prior restraint in advance of publishing the Sept. 23, 2010, cover story, "What You Don't Know About Your Doctor Could Hurt You.&q
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- News Quirks
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Winners & Losers
As soon as competitive eater Joey “Jaws” Chestnut, 26, won Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest at New York’s Coney Island by downing 54 wieners...
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- Nice Tats
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Oct. 1, 2010: Taylor Barnes
My Utah pride tattoo: Brigham Young and a couple of his wives, zombie style.
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- Zionized
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Zionized 60: The Final Episode - Psychic Showdown
Salt Lake City's future revealed.
Eat & Drink
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- Wine
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Red Cross Gourmet Gala, Shabu on the Move
On Oct. 7, the American Red Cross of Utah will hold the first annual Autumn Gourmet Gala, hosted by Snowbasin Ski Resort ...
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- Wine
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Wine & Swine: How to Pair Pork
At the table this time of year, many appetites dream of wild game. And as the various preparations go for this gamey fare, so goes the wine...
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- Wine
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Lunch at Sea Salt
I dig the idea of sitting down in the middle of the day to enjoy a good meal. It’s something I like to refer to, not surprisingly, as “lunching.”
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- Restaurant Reviews
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Metropolitan
Metro Mojo: In its teen years, Metropolitan evolves and hits higher peaks.
Music
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Otherworldly Band Valient Thorr Makes Stop In Salt Lake City
Tuesday Oct. 5 at Burt's Tiki Lounge
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Sea Wolf, Mark Dago, Joshua Payne Orchestra, Rob Zombie & Alice Cooper, Ty Segall, Eels
Live: Music Picks Sept. 30-Oct. 6
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Sonic Youth
Bring the Noise: The art rockers prove age ain’t nothin’ but a number.
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The Melvins
Shit Their Dad Said: SLC taught The Melvins a thing or two about rock.
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Kade Steel Karaoke, Irie Wednesdays & NIGHTFREQuency
2010 Pride Idol winner Kade Steel has plenty of experience behind a microphone, and you can hear it when he announces singers and breaks off a few bars...
Culture
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- Get Out
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The Physics of Shaun White
Two Olympic legends compare notes on pushing the limits.
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- Books
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New Mormon History Books
Two new books look back on Mormons in history, with varying degrees of reliability.
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- Film Reviews
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The Social Network
Citizen Zuckerberg: The Social Network brilliantly casts Facebook’s creator as a tragic a-hole.
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- Film Reviews
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Let Me In
Second Time Around: Just let the idea of a better remake in, purists.
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- True TV
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Todd Margaret, Tony Danza, American Dad, Caprica
’Merican Man: David Cross and Stan Smith are back, as is ... Tony Danza?
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- Free Will Astrology
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Oct. 1-7: Everything is Dreamed First
“Everything is dreamed first,” wrote French poet Gilbert Trolliet. French philosopher Gaston Bachelard agreed, adding, “Creative reverie animates the nerves of the future.”
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- Entertainment Picks
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Repertory Dance Theatre: H20
Thursday Sept. 30-Saturday Oct. 2 @ Jeanne Wagner Theatre
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- Entertainment Picks
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Hale Centre Theatre: The Drowsy Chaperone
Wednesday Oct. 6-Saturday Nov. 27 @ Hale Center Theatre
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- Entertainment Picks
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Dark Horse Theatre: The Great American Trailer Park Musical
Thursday Sept. 30-Sunday Oct. 3 @ The Egyptian Theatre
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- Entertainment Picks
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Ryan Hamilton
Friday Oct. 1 @ Wiseguys Trolley Square
- Entertainment Picks
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Craig Childs & Amy Irvine
Friday Oct. 1-Saturday Oct. 2 @ Ken Sanders Rare Books
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- Entertainment Picks
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Namon Bills & Justin Wheatley
Through Oct. 19 @ Tanner Frames
- Entertainment Picks
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BBoy Federation Battle 2
Saturday Oct. 2 @ Utah Arts Alliance
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- Entertainment Picks
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Second City Goes to College: The FAFSA & The Furious
Thursday Sept. 30 @ Kingsbury Hall
- Entertainment Picks
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Levi Rounds: Controlled Heckling
Saturday Oct. 2 @ Bar Deluxe
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- Video Games
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Addicted to Video Games
What do video game makers owe you for using their product?
