Dr. Scott Morrow County Health Officer Why is the virus spreading here at its current higher level now? I don’t know exactly, but it appears to me that there are three major factors. The virus appears remarkably, even surprisingly, transmissible. At pretty much every point over … [Read more...] about Public health update: This virus can spread like wildfire
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Marin headed for a 2nd wave of coronavirus, doctors say
By Derek Wilson Marinscope The numbers of COVID-19 cases in Marin County have increased significantly over the past month, just as they have across California, raising concerns that we could be heading quickly toward the second wave in the spread of Coronavirus. There is hope of a vaccine … [Read more...] about Marin headed for a 2nd wave of coronavirus, doctors say
For real: Black man alert called into Mill Valley police
Mill Valley July 17 - 22, 2020 Black Man Alert: A woman called police to alert them to the fact that an “African American” would be staying at her house and walking to and from the house to a downtown market, where he works. She sought unspecified advice from police on the “situation.” … [Read more...] about For real: Black man alert called into Mill Valley police
How can I see Marinscope newspapers in full?
You can see it here: http://novatoadvance-ca.newsmemory.com. It's free for the time being. … [Read more...] about How can I see Marinscope newspapers in full?
Fairfax’s Mike Daly retires from the county after 30 years
Mike Daly, known for his dapper attire, was not dressed for success the first time he went to the Marin County Civic Center to investigate a job opportunity. He didn’t smell good, either. Daly, the newly retired Marin County Chief of Probation, was working in the fish & poultry department at … [Read more...] about Fairfax’s Mike Daly retires from the county after 30 years
College of Marin professor reaches for the stars and equality
By Derek Wilson Marinscope College of Marin Physics and Astronomy Professor Antonino Cucchiara, Ph.D., is searching for the history of the origins of the universe, but at the same time he is looking toward the future in the classroom. “We need to enable science to the people who don’t have … [Read more...] about College of Marin professor reaches for the stars and equality
Is it time re-think Marin’s long relationship with Sir Francis Drake?
Update: A Marin County historian, a representative from local indigenous tribes, and a history professor are lined up to be the featured guests for online learning session August 5 about Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, one of Marin’s primary thoroughfares. The session was prompted by a grassroots … [Read more...] about Is it time re-think Marin’s long relationship with Sir Francis Drake?
Jere Starks named to Sonoma Raceway Wall of Fame
Long-time Sonoma Raceway executive Jere Starks, who oversaw the physical transformation of the raceway into one of the nation’s premier motorsports venues, has been inducted into the Sonoma Raceway Wall of Fame. Starks first came to the facility as a construction contractor in the … [Read more...] about Jere Starks named to Sonoma Raceway Wall of Fame
DA drops charges against San Quentin inmate
The Marin County District Attorney's Office plans to drop criminal charges against an inmate at San Quentin State Prison for possession of a weapon by an inmate. In April 2019, the DA’s Office filed charges against Cary (CJ) Smith based upon reports submitted to the DA by the California State … [Read more...] about DA drops charges against San Quentin inmate
Remembering the big 1969 slide
On Feb. 11, 1969, a slide occurred on the corner of Miller Avenue and Reed Street. Six-teen thousand cubic yards of dirt and rock tumbled down the hill. Uprooted trees and rocks crashed onto Miller Avenue. A home on the crest of the hill on East La Verne Avenue was torn in half. … [Read more...] about Remembering the big 1969 slide