In addition to feature stories, Comstock’s runs several recurring
columns and series in our monthly print magazine and online.
Explore current and past series here.
Current series
Art Exposed
Jennifer Peart is a Sacramento artist painting portals to a
sustainable future. (Photo courtesy of Jennifer Peart)
Web Q&As with local artists and creatives on their work and practice.
Comstock’s Talks
Comstock’s Editor Judy Farah and Women for Wolves founder Anjali
Ranadivé interact with wolfdogs at the sanctuary Ranadivé opened.
(Photo by Gabriel Teague)
Our monthly podcast gives our sources an opportunity to share more of their side of the story.
Concert Hall
Headliner Guns N’ Roses performing on the Aftershock stage at
Discovery Park Oct. 8, 2023. The performance came after lead
guitarist Slash reunited with the band in 2016, kicking off an
extensive tour. (Photos by Alyssa Branum)
This occasional web column pairs local music coverage with a playlist inspired by what’s on Capital Region stages.
The Back Story
Director Kevin Smith-Fagan and Francie Dillon, a Sac State arts
educator who wrote stories and songs for the whimsical storybook
playsets, stand outside the entrance to Fairytale Town. (Photo by
Wes Davis)
In this occasional print series, writer Ed Goldman looks into the history behind some of the Capital Region’s most familiar landmarks.
Evil HR Lady
(Illustration by Jefferson Miller)
Our popular Evil HR Lady column answers pressing questions on all manner of workplace dilemmas.
Icon
Doris Matsui won her 10th full term in Congress not long before
this photo was taken for the Icon column. (Photo by Wes Davis)
This print series gives influential local leaders a chance to look back on their long careers.
From the Publisher & Editors
Comstock’s Publisher and President Winnie Comstock-Carlson on a
seven-hour hike in the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Comstock’s President and Publisher Winnie Comstock-Carlson writes a monthly letter for each issue of the magazine. The editors also occasionally write commentary on stories and news.
The Last Word
Comstock’s Editor Judy Farah, right, with her friend Brenda at
their Christmas kindergarten pageant.
This monthly essay, printed on the last page of the magazine, gives reporters a chance to delve into more personal issues.
Opinion
Volunteers for Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services. (Courtesy
of Sacramento Region Community Foundation)
We welcome online opinion pieces from a variety of perspectives.
Out of Office
Overlooking Lake Tahoe’s Emerald Bay, Eagle Falls is located at
the start of a popular hiking trail into Desolation Wilderness
called the Eagle Lake Trail. (Photo by Brad Branan)
In this monthly print series, reporters share their favorite travel destinations within reach of the Capital Region.
Startup of the Month
Bob Guimarin is the founder of Off The Wall Energy. (Photo by
Katy Karns)
The web version of our print-only series, Founder of the Month, spotlights local startups with a promising future ahead of them.
Taste
Betty Wine Bar in Sacramento pairs maitake mushrooms with pine
nuts and Spanish tempranillo wine. (Photo by Rachel Valley)
This monthly print story covers food and drink trends gathering momentum in the Capital Region.
Tips From Leaders
(Shutterstock illustration)
Local leaders share their thoughts and advice for success in this monthly print column.
Unlisted
This 131-year-old folk Victorian-style house was auctioned off in
2018. Previously condemned, it is now a testament to one couple’s
dream. (Photo by Francisco Chavira)
This monthly print column profiles interesting homes in the Capital Region.
Past series
The Bright Side: Profiles of businesses and organizations working to help others during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Business Book Review: Check out the latest books relevant to business people, from self-help to investigative reporting.
Buzzwords: Illustrated definitions of the latest corporate lingo.
Discourse: Print interviews with prominent local leaders.
The Eco Report: Web stories on environmental news and how they are affecting the region.
Getting to Know: Developed by former assistant editor Vanessa Labi, this web column profiles the region’s up-and-coming creatives.
The Herb Column: News and science from the cannabis industry.
Neighborhood Favorite: Profiles of local independent restaurants and the remarkable stories behind the people who run them.
Off the Beaten Track: This monthly print column took readers to overlooked destinations within the Capital Region.
Status Check: Checking in on our previous sources and stories.
The Way We Work: This print column offered an intimate look into the routines of Capital Region executives.