The Marin County COVID-19 Status Update is published weekdays and as needed to share important news and resources related to the COVID-19 pandemic and to keep the local economy running. We remain here for you. PCR Test Turnaround Times We have received numerous inquiries … [Read more...] about Marin County COVID-19 Status Update: Jan. 20, 2022
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Marin peppers doctor with Omicron questions
Sherman R. Frederick Marinscope How many questions are there in Northern California about Omicron? Well, if the “Lunch With A Doc” video conference hosted by Sen. Mike McGuire last Friday is any indication, there are plenty with an added pinch of confusion. At the event, Sen. … [Read more...] about Marin peppers doctor with Omicron questions
Marin tip-toes through the worst of Omicron
Sherman R. Frederick Marinscope From Novato to Sausalito, Marin County residents are tip-toeing through the Omicron surge. Two trends have emerged. First, Omicron spreads like lightning compared to the Delta variant, but those who are fully vaccinated suffer mildly compared to those … [Read more...] about Marin tip-toes through the worst of Omicron
Marin County COVID-19 Status Update: Jan. 7, 2022
The Marin County COVID-19 Status Update is published weekdays and as needed to share important news and resources related to the COVID-19 pandemic and to keep the local economy running. We remain here for you. Recap: Return to School 2022 Public Health Update In case you … [Read more...] about Marin County COVID-19 Status Update: Jan. 7, 2022
2022 – More pandemic limbo for Marin
Marinscope The people of Marin County, who have obeyed the rules as faithfully as any jurisdiction in America, remain stuck in what is shaping up to be another pandemic limbo year with uncertain twists ahead. Last week, county health officials changed the mask rules in Marin to align … [Read more...] about 2022 – More pandemic limbo for Marin
Marin Horoscope: Wouldn’t it be nice if the Dollar Store sold gas?
DEEP THOUGHT OF THE WEEK: Don’t let the sadness in your past or the fear in your future ruin the happiness of your present. Libra -- Sept. 23 thru Oct. 22 You have reached that age where you’ve gone from “I probably shouldn’t say that” to “What the hell, let’s see what happens.” Scorpio -- … [Read more...] about Marin Horoscope: Wouldn’t it be nice if the Dollar Store sold gas?
San Marin, Marin Catholic win state football titles
Marinscope Yes, Marin, there is a Santa Claus. For the first time, two Marin high schools became state champions in varsity football in the same year. On Saturday, Dec. 11, the San Marin Mustangs of Novato defeated Independence of Bakersfield to capture the state 5-AA title. And, … [Read more...] about San Marin, Marin Catholic win state football titles
Children vaccinations big success in Marin
Nearly two out of three Marin County children ages 5-11 have been vaccinated against COVID-19. Since the pediatric COVID-19 vaccines arrived five weeks ago, 64% in that age group have received at least one dose and 31% are fully vaccinated. Marin County Public Health and health care partners are … [Read more...] about Children vaccinations big success in Marin
DUI check: 19 of 20 compliant
Officers from the Marin County Probation Department on Dec. 9 worked with law enforcement partners to conduct surprise checks on 20 local probationers who had previous convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. One subject under the supervision of Marin County Probation was … [Read more...] about DUI check: 19 of 20 compliant
Clear your Saturday night for some championship football — San Marin and Marin Catholic both win, now play for state
Marinscope Clear your Saturday night, Marin because 2021 has become a very special year in the Marin County prep football universe. Not just one, but two teams from Marin will host state championship games on Saturday. And they will both be in Marin. That’s big-time special. But … [Read more...] about Clear your Saturday night for some championship football — San Marin and Marin Catholic both win, now play for state