Reading the saga of the “N-word” at the Novato Unified School District has gotta make you shake your head in wonderment. Let me set the scene: The school board president is in conversation with the top two district administrators and tells them the hiring of an athletic director must have a strong … [Read more...] about Commentary: The dreaded ‘N-word’
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Jim Steele’s Planet in the Balance column: Greenhouse gases warm … and cool
Jim Steele/Planet in the Balance Most people are unaware that the greenhouse gases CO2 and H2O, both warm and cool our planet. When I mention that CO2 has a cooling effect, I’m amazed by the hateful tirades from paranoid people who dismiss scientific truth as “dangerous … [Read more...] about Jim Steele’s Planet in the Balance column: Greenhouse gases warm … and cool
Thomas Nibbe sermon: Not For The Faint Hearted
The Rev. Thomas Nibbe Sunday, May 16, 2021 @ 11:00 a.m. "...therefore it is necessary to choose one of the men whohave been with us the whole time the Lord Jesus was livingwith us, beginning from John's baptism to the time when Jesuswas taken up from us, for one of these must … [Read more...] about Thomas Nibbe sermon: Not For The Faint Hearted
Commentary: What’s wrong with the Novato school system?
The “N-Word” refers to, well, you know what it refers to. And like the name of the evil character in the Harry Potter novels, it’s the word that no one may speak. EVER. Yet, that is what Novato Unified School District Board of Trustees President Ross Millerick allegedly did during a recent … [Read more...] about Commentary: What’s wrong with the Novato school system?
Sherman R. Frederick commentary: Days of summer baseball
After a year of COVID hibernation, it is so nice to see Little League baseball up and running again. If there is anyone, anywhere, who doesn’t love seeing kids play ball, then you can’t be my friend. I played Little League from about as young as I can remember. I played before T-ball was a thing. … [Read more...] about Sherman R. Frederick commentary: Days of summer baseball
Sherman R. Frederick: The governor’s no mask epiphany
It’s amazing what a little recall will do. Suddenly, Gov. Gavin “I’m all about science” Newsom is pushing for the faster elimination of mask wearing in California -- perhaps as early as June 15. At least that’s what he told Fox LA’s Elex Michaelson on Tuesday. He said he … [Read more...] about Sherman R. Frederick: The governor’s no mask epiphany
Tom Nibbe Sermon: Mother’s Day
The Rev. Thomas Nibbe Sunday, May 9, 2021 @ 11:00 a.m.MOTHER'S DAY On this very special day we acknowledge the role our mothers have had in our lives. Our moms have loved us and shown us how to love ourselves and others. Our mothers are those who have prepared … [Read more...] about Tom Nibbe Sermon: Mother’s Day
Commentary: Is the Novato Unified School District failing?
Sherman R. Frederick Marinscope What’s going on at the Novato Unified School District? They first announced that they must -- must! -- close an elementary school. They put everyone through the pain of picking one to kill off, and then when the selection is finished they reverse course and now … [Read more...] about Commentary: Is the Novato Unified School District failing?
Commentary: How do you feel about Gov. Caitlyn?
If Gov. Gavin Newsom gets recalled, blame the French Laundry affair. The governor attended a birthday party there (with lobbyists no less) after ordering everyone else to mask up and socially distance. The moral of that story is voters hate a hypocrite. And, Gov. Newsom compounded the … [Read more...] about Commentary: How do you feel about Gov. Caitlyn?
Commentary: A little order at the border
Of all the modern presidents, the one that made the most sense to me about immigration is … wait for it … George W. Bush. Now I know “W” wasn’t exactly everyone’s cup of tea, but hear me out. President Bush articulated a sensible policy that embraced the long standing American ideal … [Read more...] about Commentary: A little order at the border