Voters in Marin County are eager to receive final results from the March 5 Presidential Primary Election, and staff members with the Marin County Elections Department are equally eager to deliver those totals, including 30 trained full-time and part-time staff. Although an updated online tally … [Read more...] about Marin slogs through thousands of uncounted votes; could be another 12 days for the final numbers; voter chief says her team doing a ‘great job’
Mill Valley
Fentanyl kills 5 in Marin in last 14 days
The Marin County Public Health Department reported this afternoon (March 1): In the last two weeks, Marin County has experienced 5 suspected overdose deaths related to fentanyl, an approximately fourfold increase in the usual rate. This signifies an increased risk of overdose for people using … [Read more...] about Fentanyl kills 5 in Marin in last 14 days
‘We need’ more money, Mill Valley school district tells the community; Friends Field scratched from new building site
At their special meeting on Feb. 27th, the board of trustees voted to eliminate Friends Field as an option and to proceed with further examination of the current site for potential construction of the Middle School. “If we need to concede what I feel is the better site, then we will need revenue … [Read more...] about ‘We need’ more money, Mill Valley school district tells the community; Friends Field scratched from new building site
Looking for a good hoot? This is the event for you
Mark Your Calendars for the 15th Anniversary of the Point Reyes Birding & Nature Festival, April 19th - April 21st, 2024! This year’s event features 40+ field events in Marin, Sonoma, and Contra Costa counties, a Friday Art Show Opening Reception in downtown Point Reyes Station, a Saturday … [Read more...] about Looking for a good hoot? This is the event for you
Nicasio’s George Forman to get award for contributions to Turtle Island
The Marin American Indian Alliance will be presenting the Turtle Island Award at their 2nd Annual Marin Powwow on March 17th to George Forman of Nicasio. This award is given annually to those who have made a major environmental contribution to this land which is known as Turtle Island to many … [Read more...] about Nicasio’s George Forman to get award for contributions to Turtle Island
Marin seeks to ‘electrify’ all buildings for sustainability, you can help by taking this survey
As part of its sustainability efforts, the County of Marin and its partners are working toward transitioning local buildings to a more energy-efficient future. That means electrification, which leads to reduced greenhouse gas emissions and fossil fuel use. Key actions are mentioned in … [Read more...] about Marin seeks to ‘electrify’ all buildings for sustainability, you can help by taking this survey
Rep. Jared Huffman opens Congressional Art Competition
Today (Feb. 27) Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) announced the 2024 Congressional Art Competition is open for digital submissions from all high school students in California’s Second Congressional District, which spans from the Golden Gate Bridge to the Oregon border. “The Congressional … [Read more...] about Rep. Jared Huffman opens Congressional Art Competition
Flu, RSV and COVID-19 trending down in Marin
Weekly report issued Feb. 23 from Marin County Public Health Department: TRENDING DOWN For the first time this respiratory virus season, influenza, RSV and COVID-19 levels are all trending downward in Marin County. While transmission rates remain elevated, the timing of this decline is … [Read more...] about Flu, RSV and COVID-19 trending down in Marin
Communities of color in Marin experience deep and pervasive disparities
In 2022, the Marin County’s Board of Supervisors allocated $1.7 million to fund and implement the County’s Race Equity Action Plan (REAP). This plan identified three critical focus areas — Economic Opportunity, Housing, and Mental Health - as high-leverage opportunities to … [Read more...] about Communities of color in Marin experience deep and pervasive disparities
Marin cop phones working fine
Law enforcement agencies in Marin report that despite the nationwide outage of AT&T, police phones are working active. Also, please do not dial 911 to test your phone. Here is a link for the latest news on the AT&T outage. … [Read more...] about Marin cop phones working fine