Thanks to the big rains in 2023, the Bay Area and most of California are no longer in a drought. The rain has improved California soil moisture, stream flow and the snow pack and most reservoirs in the state have refilled to above normal, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor, a weekly … [Read more...] about California’s drought is over thanks to extra-big winter storms
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Marin D.A. Lori Frugoli hit with racial bias claim
Otis Bruce Jr., the former No. 2 prosecutor at the Marin County District Attorney’s Office, filed a racial discrimination claim against the county. He seeks $12 million in damages. Named in the suit is District Attorney Lori Frugoli. Neither Frugoli or Otis commented further on the … [Read more...] about Marin D.A. Lori Frugoli hit with racial bias claim
Fishermen call for closing of 2023 Salmon season
The leadership of the Pacific Coast Federation of Fishermen’s Associations, the Golden Gate Fisherman’s Association, and the Northern California Guides and Sportsmen’s Association called for an immediate closure of the 2023 salmon season and requested the Gov. Gavin Newsom, the State … [Read more...] about Fishermen call for closing of 2023 Salmon season
The sins of Dilbert, the humanitarian mess on Binford Road and the shooting of coyotes (instead of poodles) in Tiburon
Properly Subversive/Sherman R. Frederick Well, that was quick. East Bay cartoonist Scott Adams, creator of the popular newspaper cartoon “Dilbert” was dropped enmasse by newspapers last week, including the Mercury News and all of its spin-off newspapers (the Marin Independent Journal here in … [Read more...] about The sins of Dilbert, the humanitarian mess on Binford Road and the shooting of coyotes (instead of poodles) in Tiburon
David Llamas of Turning Point USA to speak in Novato
David Llamas from Turning Point USA will speak to the Novato Republican Women, Federated on the ways he has been successful reaching out to college students, here in California, on campuses and through social media. The talk and luncheon will be held on March 14 at the Marin Country Club in … [Read more...] about David Llamas of Turning Point USA to speak in Novato
Yes, it snowed in Marin and here’s the proof — a light dusting on Mt. Tam
Marin 911: Mill Valley dogs know just exactly when to stop ‘constantly’ barking
MILL VALLEY Smart Dogs: A resident on Ethel Avenue called police to say their neighbor’s dogs are “constantly” barking. Police rolled to the scene. No dogs barking. Smart Mill Valley dogs. Pink Nightgown: An elderly woman who appeared disoriented stood in the middle of the road on Blithedale … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Mill Valley dogs know just exactly when to stop ‘constantly’ barking
COVID restrictions end in Marin, but masks for some will be with us forever
Marinscope As the COVID-19 pandemic officially comes to a close in Marin, one question remains for many – should you still mask-up, or not? Before addressing that issue, it should be noted that in Marin one big change has taken place. The county in its weekly updates is no longer counting … [Read more...] about COVID restrictions end in Marin, but masks for some will be with us forever
The peril of bloodline reparations: No one escapes the sins of history
Properly Subversive/Sherman R. Frederick You don’t have to be the sharpest pencil in the drawer to know that the concept of reaching back in time to fix injustices to benefit modern-day heirs is complicated and fraught with ironic twists. The latest irony comes from Black Panther founder … [Read more...] about The peril of bloodline reparations: No one escapes the sins of history
Extreme cold promps shelter activation in Marin County
San Rafael, CA – In response to the National Weather Service’s prediction of several days of extreme cold, Marin County is activating its Severe Weather Emergency Shelter (SWES) for people experiencing homelessness. Marin Health and Human Services (HHS) with Episcopal Community … [Read more...] about Extreme cold promps shelter activation in Marin County