Marin County health officials have confirmed the first case of the COVID-19 Omicron variant. The individual had recently completed domestic travel from the Eastern United States and was fully vaccinated but had not yet received a booster shot. The person is now in isolation with mild … [Read more...] about Omicron detected in Marin for first time
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Life Tribute: Catharine Moore Hooper was a Citizen of the World
Catharine Moore Hooper June 26, 1946 - Nov. 3, 2021 Catharine Moore Hooper passed away on Nov. 3, 2021 in San Rafael, California. She was a devoted daughter, “Auntie,” a proud American and a Citizen of the World. She was an adventurous, curious and respectful world traveler, and a faithful … [Read more...] about Life Tribute: Catharine Moore Hooper was a Citizen of the World
Life Tribute: Paul D. Terrell, Jr. was a stand-up guy
Paul D. Terrell, Jr. Paul died 3 December 2021 at home of old age. Born 15 February 1928 to Lucy Ryan and Paul D Terrell Sr in Denair, CA, Paul Jr (Sonny) was the first born of 5 children. In his Freshman year at Modesto High he succumbed to the wiles of Grace Mary Brown and they … [Read more...] about Life Tribute: Paul D. Terrell, Jr. was a stand-up guy
Sausalito History: Christmas Shopping in 1885
Larry Clinton/Sausalito Historical Society Even in the 19th century the commercialization of Christmas was a matter of concern. An editorial in one of the first issues of the Sausalito News (March 1885) stated, “The exchange of gifts is too often regarded as compulsory. There Is a trading of … [Read more...] about Sausalito History: Christmas Shopping in 1885
‘Tis the sweet holiday season
The Marin 4-H Teen Club (part of Marin 4-H) – a club that is entirely run by teens and focuses on leadership, community service, wellness, and social connections for Marin teens (ages 13-18) – hosted a holiday baked goods sale that raised nearly $1,000 to benefit Vivalon. “Sweets for … [Read more...] about ‘Tis the sweet holiday season
Sausalito: Court OKs Tent City change
On Thursday, December 9, the City of Sausalito received court approval to relocate the Marinship Park tent encampment from the grassy area of the park to the tennis courts, providing a safe camping site for encampment occupants and enabling the City to broaden its analysis of the grassy … [Read more...] about Sausalito: Court OKs Tent City change
Equine justice
Koshaun Dion Baker, 23, was sentenced to 210 days in jail last week for sexually molesting horses at the Presidio Riding Club. The court ordered Baker to register as a sex offender for life. Video showed a man standing on a stool to sexually assault a horse. … [Read more...] about Equine justice
San Marin State Champs: Justin Guin sprints to the end zone
San Marin's Justin Guin races toward the endzone while protecting the ball from Independence defenders Saturday in Novato. … [Read more...] about San Marin State Champs: Justin Guin sprints to the end zone
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