California’s hospitality and tourism sectors are some of the largest economic drivers for the state. Before the global pandemic hit, more than 1.2 million Californians earned their livelihoods in hospitality. Visitors spent $145 billion at California businesses in 2019, generating $12.3 billion in … [Read more...] about McGuire Hosts Economic Roundtable
Marin News
Marin school sports start a-new in a few days
By Derek Wilson Marinscope Nearly a full year after high school sports were placed on hold by the COVID-19 pandemic, athletes are finally warming up for a new season. While the football season still hangs in the balance, some non-contact sports could begin as soon as the first week of … [Read more...] about Marin school sports start a-new in a few days
Homeless spending called ‘disjointed’ by auditor
Marinscope A state auditor has found that California’s spending to fix homelessness is “disjointed,” while the state’s homeless population is the largest in the nation. The office of State Auditor Elaine Howle said California has spent $13 billion in the last three years to tackle a massive … [Read more...] about Homeless spending called ‘disjointed’ by auditor
Marin starts vaccinating 65 and older
Starting this week, Marin County residents 65 and older are eligible to register to receive a COVID-19 vaccination through Marin County Public Health and several other health care providers. Marin County Public Health and health care providers began an immunization program for those 75 and older … [Read more...] about Marin starts vaccinating 65 and older
Marin still stuck in Purple
The nine Bay Area counties remain stuck in the Purple Tier of the state's coronavirus scheme, this morning. Only one county in the state moved into the lest restrictive tier of Red and that was Del Norte. Eight Bay Area counties showed improvements in the state metrics, but still far above … [Read more...] about Marin still stuck in Purple
All hands on deck for coronavirus vaccine effort
Like with other County departments, Marin County Parks is reassigning some of its employees to serve in different capacities during the COVID-19 pandemic. Marin County employees are joining the public health drive to protect residents with the COVID-19 vaccine. Personnel from several County … [Read more...] about All hands on deck for coronavirus vaccine effort
Marin County Free Library hosts variety of Black History programs
Throughout Black History Month, the Marin County Free Library (MCFL) is working to create awareness of the rich and complex Black experience in the United States and beyond. A variety of special events are being held online through February, including through books, films, art, public discussions, … [Read more...] about Marin County Free Library hosts variety of Black History programs
Want to help the county spend your money?
Like to spend money? Then why not join a Marin County group that prioritizes and makes recommendations on the spending of federal grant money. Through February 11, the County of Marin is recruiting new members of its Countywide Priority Setting Committee, which advises the Marin County Board of … [Read more...] about Want to help the county spend your money?
Encampment springs up in Sausalito, homeless demand parking permits and bathrooms
Sherman R. Frederick Sausalito Marin Scope A homeless encampment has sprung up on city land adjacent to Dunphy Park. Robbie Powelson of the Tam Equity Campaign, who has also been active in establishing impromptu homeless camps in San Rafael and Novato, said the campers in Sausalito “are now … [Read more...] about Encampment springs up in Sausalito, homeless demand parking permits and bathrooms
Stay-Home Order Lifted in Marin
The surge in COVID-19 across the Bay Area is showing signs of slowing, leading the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) to lift the regional stay-home order for the Bay Area and statewide, effective immediately. CDPH conducts forecasts to predict increased regional intensive care unit … [Read more...] about Stay-Home Order Lifted in Marin