One of the most troubling aspects of “living in the fast lane” is that there is no exit. There is no slowing down. The only way to stop is to crash. In the real world, …
August 28, 2013
Life's Tripod
Scott Marks scripts Kensington Video’s story
Mom-and-pop movie shop Kensington Video is a film-renters haven for its top-shelf collection and personal — familial, even — service. Oh, and their knowledge of all things Charles Bronson.
August 28, 2013
Don Bauder moonlighting at Kensington Video?!
August 29, 2013 · Scott Marks
Here's something I failed to mention in this week's cover story on Kensington Video. When Guy Hanford shaves in the morning, he sees Don Bauder's face in the mirror. Thanks to dwbat, Reader lifer and President of the Don Bauder …
Filner issues a Stop-Use Order against North Park Jack in the Box. Todd Gloria rescinds.
August 30, 2013 · Dorian Hargrove
Order prohibits use of drive-through.
In his final hours as Mayor of San Diego, Bob Filner had some parting gifts of his own to give away. One was for residents of North Park living near the Jack in the Box on Upas and 30 Street. …
Hillel of San Diego Still Battles for a New UCSD Facility
After Hillel of San Diego purchased a parcel for a UCSD facility, the La Jolla Shores Association and a group of La Jolla residents sued the City of San Diego in June 2006. The San …
November 29, 2011
Tips, lies, and the Linkery
September 3, 2013 · Ian Pike
A response to Slate's publication of an article by former Linkery owner Jay Porter
After eight years of stuffing sausages and pushing the issue of farm-to-table dining, sometimes earning short mentions in major media outlets, North Park’s Linkery called it quits. Prior to the mid-July closure, its then-owner Jay Porter published a sanguine farewell …