Month: November 2019

California boosts pot taxes, shocking unsteady industry

California is increasing business tax rates on legal marijuana, a move that stunned struggling companies that have been pleading with the state to do just the opposite. Hefty marijuana taxes that can approach 50% in some communities have been blamed for pushing shoppers into California’s illegal market, which is thriving. Industry analysts estimate that $3…

By JohnValbyNation November 23, 2019 0

Navy secretary supports disciplinary review of Trump-backed SEAL Edward Gallagher

SAN DIEGO —  Navy Secretary Richard Spencer said Friday that SEAL Chief Edward Gallagher should face a planned “trident review board” that could lead to his ouster from the elite force, despite President Trump’s tweet Thursday that Gallagher should remain a SEAL. Spencer told Reuters at the Halifax International Security Forum in Nova Scotia, Canada, that…

By JohnValbyNation November 23, 2019 0

Classical music in L.A. this week: Dudamel conducts Stravinsky and more

Here is a list of classical music performances in L.A. for Nov. 24-Dec. 1: Back to Back Bach Tesserae Baroque presents solo lute and chamber works by Bach featuring lutenist Thomas Dunford. Contrapuntal Recital Hall, address provided to ticket holders, Brentwood. Sun., 5 p.m. $20-$40; advance tickets required. tesseraebaroque.org Click Here: liverpool mens jersey Colburn…

By JohnValbyNation November 23, 2019 0

Dance in L.A. this week: 'The Nutcracker,' Grandeza Mexicana Folk Ballet Ballet and more

Here is a list of dance concerts in L.A. for Nov. 24-Dec. 1: L.A. Dances This weeks-long festival concludes with works by Benjamin Millepied, Bella Lewitzky, Tino Sehgal and Madeline Hollander. L.A. Dance Project, 2245 E. Washington Blvd., L.A. Sun., 8 p.m.; ends Nov. 24. $45. (213) 422-8762. ladanceproject.org Sonikete Blues: Woodshedding Forever Flamenco presents…

By JohnValbyNation November 23, 2019 0