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Seeking a connection with a stranger in Queens
* Editor’s note: Marion is on summer vacation. This column first appeared in January 2005. Today I am on the subway, thundering towards the apartment of my mother’s oldest living friend, Vera, who resides in Jackson Heights, Queens. My mother and Vera met at work in the 1940s, but they didn’t see much of each … Continue Reading
Senate Dems to move ahead with debt-limit bill
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Democratic leader Harry Reid served notice Friday that he’s pushing ahead with his debt-limit bill as House Speaker John Boehner’s rival measure languished in limbo, further escalating a wrenching political standoff that has heightened fears of a market-rattling government default. “This is likely our last chance to save this nation from … Continue Reading
California gay marriage ban case to be heard Sept. 6
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — California’s highest court says it will hear arguments right after Labor Day on an issue that is likely to prove decisive for the fate of the state’s voter-enacted ban on same-sex marriages. The California Supreme Court scheduled a Sept. 6 hearing to consider whether ballot initiative sponsors have authority to fight court rulings on their measures … Continue Reading
This delicious water is ours, for the taking
SOLVING OUR WATER WOES … while the cover story was that I was on a richly deserved vacation in the Pacific Northwest over the past few days, the truth of the matter is I was on a serious mission to save the city of Davis from financial ruin … and, I’m happy to report, I … Continue Reading
Looking for a reason to stay
Dear Annie: I am a 43-year-old male and have been in a common-law relationship with “Carol” for the past six years. I’ve never been married, but I proposed to Carol. We have a daughter together. I also have a teenager from a previous relationship, and Carol can’t stand her. Carol has two boys from a … Continue Reading
Crazy, Stupid Love: Hilarious truths
‘Crazy, Stupid Love’ Four stars Starring: Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling, Julianne Moore, Emma Stone, Marisa Tomei, Kevin Bacon, Analeigh Tipton, Jonah Bobo Rating: PG-13, and rather generously, for profanity, coarse humor and unrelenting sexual content Some of them sneak up on us. Its excellent ensemble cast notwithstanding, “Crazy, Stupid Love” risked being lumped in with the … Continue Reading
McCutchen’s offense helps Pittsburgh split series with Atlanta
ATLANTA — Andrew McCutchen had three hits, including a go-ahead double in the fifth inning and a two-run homer in the ninth, as Pittsburgh managed a split of the four-game series with a 5-2 win over Atlanta on Thursday. McCutchen had been 1 for 11 in the series, which included wins by the Braves in … Continue Reading
Casa Verde, Baciarini’s moving to new Fifth Street Crossing
Casa Verde Designs is in the process of moving from its tucked-away spot at 424 F St., Suite B, to a space in the newly redeveloped Fifth Street Crossing, across from Dairy Queen. It closed last week and should reopen in mid-August. The green design showroom is a partnership with Nancy Morrow of Casa Verde, … Continue Reading
Asian fusion to take over empty nest
A new Asian fusion restaurant Open Rice Kitchen has a lease for the former nestware spot at 204 G St. (The housewares and gift store moved earlier this year to 207-B in the E Street Plaza.) Calvin Liu, a UC Davis graduate, and co-owner Corman Yu, both of Sacramento, want to create a “comfort food” … Continue Reading
PureBeauty, Quizno’s close in South Davis
Two businesses in the Oakshade Town Center in South Davis recently closed. PureBeauty and Quizno’s sandwiches closed this month. The PureBeauty store in The Marketplace in North Davis remains open. Esthetician Jennifer Wendt, and hair stylists Janet Hayden and Peter Sanchez moved to The Marketplace. For information, call (530) 757-1082.
To-go eatery to fill L Street spot
Stone Soup Catering and To Go has plans to open an eatery in Let Them Eat Cake’s former spot at 423 L St., Suite B. (The cupcake bakery moved to 310 C St.). Office manager Jessica Cox said the owners are shooting for an Oct. 1 debut. The shop is not affiliated with Stones Catering, … Continue Reading
Wish I was joking about Just KIDding closing
Just KIDding, the resale children’s store at 213 F St. in E Street Plaza, also closed this month.
Fast seafood on its way
A Torrance-based grilled seafood restaurant Fish’s Wild Grill & More has a sign up in the 500 block of Davis’ Second Street, next to Uncle Vito’s, that it is coming soon. Its Torrance menu features healthy options like grilled fish and chicken, brown rice, veggies, and grilled fish and chicken tacos.
