Category Archives: World at large

One reason why I may go to Buffalo Wild Wings & one reason why I may never go back

Posted on Tuesday, August 18, 2015 by Ryan Olson

Buffalo Wild Wings completed its expansion to Chico this week. Judging by photos of early lines and posts in my Facebook feed, it seems a lot of people are happy about the development. Although I love saying “The game is … Continue reading →

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Pin-a-Go-Go transforms Dixon into pinball paradise

Posted on Friday, May 15, 2015 by Ryan Olson

Looking for something with a little pop or an idea to bounce off your friends this weekend? People can find endless hours of fun with unlimited gameplay on more than 100 pinball machines at Pin-a-Go-Go at the Dixon May Fair … Continue reading →

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Limiting Oakland night protests unlikely to solve vandalism problem

Posted on Thursday, May 7, 2015 by Ryan Olson

Two of the San Francisco Chronicle’s columnists, Chip Johnson and Debra Saunders, recently called for the city of Oakland to restrict evening protests in light of several recent events devolving into vandalism and other acts. In response, an SF Weekly … Continue reading →

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New Muni map offers cleaner design, but misses key info

Posted on Sunday, April 26, 2015 by Ryan Olson

The San Francisco Municipal Transit Authority launched a Muni service increase over the weekend. Called Muni Forward, the changes included a new map that offers a cleaner, more readable perspective of the bus, light-rail, streetcar and cable car routes, but … Continue reading →

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Racing home to the Mexican National Anthem

Posted on Monday, December 29, 2014 by Ryan Olson

While one can’t go home again, sometimes it’s nice to visit. My semi-annual return to Southern California this week was filled with great time with family, seeking out new experiences and reliving fond memories. Turning on the radio on my way home … Continue reading →

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Another ho-hum Halloween costume, or I did it all for the burrito

Posted on Monday, November 3, 2014 by Ryan Olson

Halloween has come and gone. While some people strove to show off dazzling and creative costumes (or refined what is “sexy”), I once again phoned my outfit in. Although I love watching and reading of far-flung realms and imaginative characters, my … Continue reading →

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Sacramento may need lessons on cheering

Posted on Monday, August 4, 2014 by Ryan Olson

These are exciting times for Sacramento, with the plans for a new Kings basketball arena moving forward and the attendance-record-shattering launch of a new minor league soccer team. After attending a Sacramento River Cats game over the weekend, I can … Continue reading →

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The night I nearly tripped over Tony Gwynn

Posted on Tuesday, June 17, 2014 by Ryan Olson

I’m still in shock that Tony Gwynn has died. He was one of those icons you thought would live for decades, sort of like fellow slugger Ted Williams, but Gwynn left us at age 54 after battling salivary-gland cancer. Gwynn’s … Continue reading →

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Two areas where Facebook falls short on new gender identity options

Posted on Thursday, February 13, 2014 by Ryan Olson

Facebook should receive some kudos today for adding an option for its users to select from a range of gender identities beyond solely male or female. The Associated Press, via the Sacramento Bee, spells out the changes. However, the changes … Continue reading →

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My phone thinks I live at a bar and other digital foibles

Posted on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 by Ryan Olson

Following my last post, I’ve made the switch from Sprint to Ting and got a refurbished Samsung Galaxy SII (Epic 4G Touch). It led to a little bit of drama when the first one I received was a dud, but … Continue reading →

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