Tag: billy griffin
The Evolution of Tahoe/Truckee’s Natural Food Scene
Tahoe/Truckee’s natural food scene has grown over the last 50 years from a single co-op in Kings Beach to two New Moon Natural Food stores and Alice’s Mountain Market, thanks in large part to Mark Calhoun.
Speak With Care
Language matters. This My Shot reflects on a popular former opinion piece which discussed new residents avoiding being an “invasive species,” and why, historically and looking toward a brighter future, we need to avoid such characterization.
How Not to Be an Invasive Species
One long-time “local” pushes back on what that means, and discusses how stewardship is the route to avoid becoming an invasive species in Tahoe/Truckee … and even how to blossom into a Sierra wildflower.
The Employee Experience During the Pandemic
Is it fear of the coronavirus or appeal of financial assistance that’s causing hiring difficulties in Truckee/North Tahoe? Stories of employee successes and failures abide, and employers carry on throughout it all.