On the shores of Lake Tahoe at Emerald Bay State Park grows what some consider to be the most iconic old-growth forest in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Giant ponderosa pines — some of the last remaining in the area — share space with at least 13 other tree species. Yet despite its high conservation … [Read more...] about Tahoe’s Emerald Point old growth stand of trees unmanaged for fire risk
Draft fire hazard maps released for Marin
California Fire Maps. On February 24, the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) released draft versions of fire hazard maps for communities in Northern California. The maps were last updated more than 10 years ago. Although the draft maps had not been … [Read more...] about Draft fire hazard maps released for Marin
National Public Radio out of step with America
Sherman R. Frederick/Properly Subversive The relatively new head of National Public Radio Katherine Maher could not be more wrong for the organization now that the Trump Administration is in office. She’s a left-wing political operative who got the job from Joe Biden because — and only … [Read more...] about National Public Radio out of step with America
Marin County looks for ways to spend $2,421,607 in ‘extra’ taxpayer money
The following provides a list of selected highlights from the Marin County Board of Supervisors agenda and is not meant to be an exhaustive list of the entire agenda. The County posts and distributes a full agenda for each Board of Supervisors meeting on the Thursdays prior … [Read more...] about Marin County looks for ways to spend $2,421,607 in ‘extra’ taxpayer money
Public hearing scheduled for high-rise building in Mill Valley
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5th, 7:00 pm Tam Valley Community Center, 203 Marin Ave, Mill Valley, adjacent to Tennessee Valley Road Note: the location was changed from the smaller HVCC to accommodate public interest. Postcards sent from the county may have the wrong … [Read more...] about Public hearing scheduled for high-rise building in Mill Valley
Sonoma, Napa, and Marin homeowners can save money by disconnecting from the grid
A new study by Agile Electrification and the UC San Diego Design Lab finds 65% grid defection, where homeowners use self-generated power and rely less on the power grid, can save North Bay homeowners an estimated $150,000 over 20 years by reducing and stabilizing energy costs and … [Read more...] about Sonoma, Napa, and Marin homeowners can save money by disconnecting from the grid
17 probationers recognized for ‘the power of second chances’
The Marin County Probation Department proudly recognized 17 individuals who successfully transformed their lives after being on supervised probation. The honorees were celebrated at the annual Wall of Change ceremony, an event that began in 2011 as a small, intimate gathering and … [Read more...] about 17 probationers recognized for ‘the power of second chances’
Illegal driver arrested after crash in San Rafael, charged with DUI
PRESS RELEASE: On February 22, 2025, San Rafael Police Officers arrested Marcos Martinez-Jimenez, a 27-year-old San Rafael resident, on several charges of DUI and driving with a suspended driving privilege after being involved in a major collision in Downtown San Rafael that seriously injured … [Read more...] about Illegal driver arrested after crash in San Rafael, charged with DUI
Criminal illegal aliens have nothing to fear in Novato
Sherman R. Frederick/Properly Subversive In the little sanctuary city of Novato, CA, nestled deep in the sanctuary county of Marin, police tell people living in the country illegally that they should have no fear of the police. This is the latest press release from the town’s police force on the … [Read more...] about Criminal illegal aliens have nothing to fear in Novato
Reminder: Novato cops won’t enforce immigration laws, stay safe Novato!
We Hear You, Novato! In response to recent Immigration concerns, we are committed to collaborating with our community to answer any questions you may have. First of all, the Novato Police Department does not detain people solely based on their immigration status. Our goal is to maintain openness, … [Read more...] about Reminder: Novato cops won’t enforce immigration laws, stay safe Novato!