Mark Brown, Executive Officer of the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority, shares an urgent reminder: Wildfires Are Not a Surprise: 2003, 2007, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021—these fires are not anomalies. California no longer has a “fire season.” Wildfire risk exists … [Read more...] about Wake up Marin: Home hardening saves lives
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Marin Grand Jury releases overview report
Marin County Civil Grand Jury3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 245San Rafael, CA 94903Tel. 415-473-6132 January 31, 2025 Mr. Sherman Frederick Marin Scope Publisher Dear Mr. Frederick, Today, the 2024-2025 Marin County Civil Grand Jury (Grand Jury) released a report, “Responses to … [Read more...] about Marin Grand Jury releases overview report
San Rafael parks now clear of homeless encampments
The City Council of San Rafael, above, would like to provide a status update regarding homeless encampments and confirm that there are no encampments in any City Parks at this time. The City’s camping ordinance regulates camping in San Rafael. It also prohibits camping within 100 feet of … [Read more...] about San Rafael parks now clear of homeless encampments
Dominican hosts Black history in Marin exhibit
Photo by Emma Gilman The Legacy of Marin City: A California Black History Story (1942–1960) is a program of the Marin City Historical & Preservation Society. This is a traveling exhibit to be held at the Archbishop Alemany Library that explores the Black experience in California and the … [Read more...] about Dominican hosts Black history in Marin exhibit
Catastrophic wildfire threat: ‘Significant progress made, much important work remains’
With the recent events in Los Angeles, it’s understandable that residents are concerned and have questions about similar risks in Marin County, as well as the efforts being made to reduce those risks and prevent a similar event from occurring here. In 2020, Marin residents took a significant step … [Read more...] about Catastrophic wildfire threat: ‘Significant progress made, much important work remains’
Marin County vows to stay woke come Trump or high water
Marinscope Community Newspapers In a statement the County of Marin called one of "unity and shared values," the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, Jan. 14, adopted a resolution affirming its commitment to stay fully woke and defy any moves to change that as President-elect Donald Trump comes into … [Read more...] about Marin County vows to stay woke come Trump or high water
The Trump resistance begins with ‘The Great American Sh*t Show
Brian Copeland’s critically acclaimed solo show, The Great American Sh*t Showis making a triumphant return to the stage in its boldest and most relevant iteration yet. Originally conceived during the tumultuous first Trump presidency, this show continues to challenge, entertain, and inspire as … [Read more...] about The Trump resistance begins with ‘The Great American Sh*t Show
Marin County employees chip in $117,000 for community betterment
This holiday season, the County of Marin’s annual Employee Charitable Giving Campaign provided another six-figure boost to local, national, and global nonprofits. Marin County-based nonprofits such as Canal Alliance, the Redwood Empire Food Bank, Vivalon, the St. Vincent De Paul Society District … [Read more...] about Marin County employees chip in $117,000 for community betterment
Marin activates emergency shelter against incoming storm
In response to a severe storm forecast by the National Weather Service for Marin County, which includes strong wind gusts exceeding 35 mph, leading to downed trees, and potential power outages, Marin County Health and Human Services (HHS) is activating its Severe Weather … [Read more...] about Marin activates emergency shelter against incoming storm
Marin Flood Watch issued … be safe out there
A Flood Watch has been issued for the North Bay from 2 PM Friday to 4 PM Saturday due to excessive rainfall causing flooding. Expected impacts include rises on creeks and rivers, flooding of urban areas and small streams, and ponding of water on roads and other low lying areas. Remember: If you … [Read more...] about Marin Flood Watch issued … be safe out there