Thomas L. Knapp/My Turn One perennial proposal in the ongoing "fight" (actually more a set of dueling theatrical productions a la professional wrestling) over "election integrity" is a requirement that voters produce official, government-issued identification documents, complete with photo, at … [Read more...] about Knapp Commentary: Photo ID to vote? Well, OK, but …
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Frederick Commentary: Total mask confusion in one picture
How schizophrenic are we about the need to wear masks? One picture last week on CSPAN illustrates. Testifying before the Senate Health Committee, Dr. Anthony Fauci spoke to legislators without a mask. Dr. Rochelle Walensky followed him wearing a doubled-up N-95 mask. Remember, this was … [Read more...] about Frederick Commentary: Total mask confusion in one picture
Tom Nibbe Sermon: Abundant Life When the Wine Runs Out
Sunday, January 16, 2022 THE SCRIPTURES "...you will be a crown of splendorin the Lord's hand...a royal diademin the hand of your God..." (Isaiah 62:3)"...your righteousness is like the mighty mountains...your … [Read more...] about Tom Nibbe Sermon: Abundant Life When the Wine Runs Out
Frederick Commentary: Where are all the COVID-19 tests the federal government promised?
I was left confused by Joe Biden’s speech on COVID-19 testing last week. He has a knack for doing that to me. And, I’m sure I’m not the only one. Our Marin County public health website says: “Testing remains a vital tool in the fight against COVID-19. In addition to providing data on how and … [Read more...] about Frederick Commentary: Where are all the COVID-19 tests the federal government promised?
Frederick Commentary: The night I met a saint
As a snot-nosed reporter fresh out of college and working the night shift at Las Vegas’ largest daily newspaper, I had three assignments – monitor the police scanner, re-write obits and dig up at least one story each week for the Saturday religion page. These were the jobs for the newest reporters … [Read more...] about Frederick Commentary: The night I met a saint
Pages From The Past: Big wind storm hits Novato 100 years ago
Mike Read/Pages From The Past 100 Years Ago December 1921 – The wind did considerable damage on Black point road. Kokiers & Larson lost two fruit trees. Mr. Berry on the Davis ranch, lost a large barn, the wind blowing it flat: Mr. Grey, next door, lost the roofs off several small out … [Read more...] about Pages From The Past: Big wind storm hits Novato 100 years ago
Novato City Manager end-of-the-year message
Dear Novato Community, As we come to the end of another year, I’d like to take some time to reflect on the accomplishments we have achieved as a community, as well as a look ahead at opportunities awaiting us in the new year. I know I don’t need to remind you of the challenges we faced in 2020, … [Read more...] about Novato City Manager end-of-the-year message
Sausalito City Manager end-of-year message
Dear Sausalito community, My public service continues with the City Council appointing me as Sausalito's City Manager this past June. With six months behind me and 2022 around the corner, I want to take a moment to convey my appreciation to Sausalito residents for the way they truly care about … [Read more...] about Sausalito City Manager end-of-year message
Frederick Commentary: Be very glad you never ran into Troy Davis
Sincerely, I hope I’m not the only one in Marin struck by the bizarre rhetoric of California politicians rushing to talk tough on crime at year’s end. San Francisco Mayor London Breed leads the league in this hypocrisy with this often repeated statement: “It is time that the reign of … [Read more...] about Frederick Commentary: Be very glad you never ran into Troy Davis
Frederick: How to help people in tornado disaster
I know I’m not the only one amazed at the video of the tornado devastation in Kentucky. The pictures show whole towns flattened. How anyone survives this kind of natural disaster is a miracle to me. But, of course, people do survive thanks to storm shelters and early warning systems. If … [Read more...] about Frederick: How to help people in tornado disaster