9+ mon, 6+ day ago (27+ words) I never took a moment to notice or even consider what life was like during the week in Mill Valley. I retired three years ago. Being home ......

6+ mon, 1+ week ago (342+ words) The organization collected five first-place honors and 15 other awards from the California News Publishers Association, which includes about 850 publications. The Marin Independent Journal earned 20 awards " including five first-place honors " in an annual statewide journalism contest. The California News Publishers Association announced the results of its California Journalism Awards at a gala in Universal City on May 17. The association, which distributes awards by circulation division, includes about 850 publications. The judges honored the IJ with a first-place award for in-depth reporting for a six-part series on President Trump's impact on Marin. The paper also took the top prize for outstanding local news coverage of the November 2024 elections. "This year's awards are special because they recognize the achievements of nearly every member of the news team, through the in-depth reporting and election night accolades," said Rob Devincenzi, president and publisher of the Independent…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago (525+ words) It was 1977: The Oakland Raiders were NFL champions; the New York Yankees won the World Series; the original "Star Wars" film was released; "Saturday Night Fever" launched the disco era; Fleetwood Mac's album, "Rumors," became a massive hit; and Jimmy Carter was inaugurated as the 39th president. In February of that year, I started my legal career that spanned 43 years over six decades (1977-2020). It included a two-year legal internship with the Marin Public Defender's Office, 18 months as an investigator, special deputy public defender and special deputy district attorney and, then, 39 years as an attorney with Marin County counsel. In 1977, Barbara Boxer (before her tenure in Congress) began a six-year stint on the Marin County Board of Supervisors. She served with the iconic Gary Giacomini on a board guided by Doug Maloney, the talented and beloved county counsel. I will never forget…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago (24+ words) The Marin Elections Department is posting results. Follow along to see complete coverage from the IJ news staff. Marin Elections Department complete results page...

9+ mon, 3+ week ago (208+ words) Dean's list: Grace Suzanne Brady, of Novato, was named to the dean's list with distinction at the Catholic University of America for the fall 2024 semester.Dean's list: Mia Curtaz, of Novato, was named to the dean's list at Linfield University for the fall 2024 semester.Dean's list: Quinn Dammann, of Mill Valley, was named to the [] Dean's list: Grace Suzanne Brady, of Novato, was named to the dean's list with distinction at the Catholic University of America for the fall 2024 semester. Dean's list: Mia Curtaz, of Novato, was named to the dean's list at Linfield University for the fall 2024 semester. Dean's list: Quinn Dammann, of Mill Valley, was named to the dean's list at Furman University for the fall 2024 semester. Dean's list: Carsen Goltz and MacLean Marsten, both of Kentfield, and Dominic Ranghiasci and Cal Regin, both of Novato, were named…...

11+ mon, 1+ week ago (1611+ words) Charles H. Lee's "Restitution and Recuperation" closes Sunday at MarinMOCA in Novato. (Courtesy of Charles H. Lee) "Orange Echinacea" by Donna Loftus is part of Marin Society of Artists' "Winter Colors" show. (Courtesy of Donna Loftus) Marin artist Mary Clifford Gilardi's paintings are on display at the Window Gallery in Larkspur. (Courtesy of Mary Clifford Gilardi) Marin artist Lucy Arnold's paintings are on display at Firehouse Coffee & Tea in Sausalito through Jan. 3. (Courtesy of Lucy Arnold) Anthony Meier: 21 Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley; 415-351-1400; anthonymeier.com. Through Jan. 24: Solo exhibit by San Francisco artist Dave Muller, known for his music-themed paintings. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays. Artist Within " A Cedars Gallery:603 San Anselmo Ave., San Anselmo; 415-454-2568;cedarslife.org. Through Feb. 21: "Paint the Town," works by Cedars artists. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekends. Art Works Downtown:1337 Fourth St., San Rafael; 415-451-8119; artworksdowntown.org. Through Jan. 25: "Small Works Exhibit…...

7+ mon, 3+ week ago (31+ words) Patrick Connolly is a multimedia journalist for the Things to Do team with the Orlando Sentinel and the Central Florida Explorer. A graduate of Ohio University and a Pittsburgh native, he ......

5+ mon, 1+ week ago (394+ words) After years of debate, an oversight commission for the Marin County Sheriff's Office appears to be off to a good start. That start is the selection of the commission's members. County supervisors have come up with a well-balanced composition for the new panel. Its effectiveness will be tested by its broad membership of Marin residents who represent the varied segments, interests and concerns of our community. The supervisors have struck a strong balance. There is a solid mix of race, gender, professional and civic experience and perspective. Formation of a civilian commission to oversee the sheriff's office has been debated for years, mainly pushed by critics who say the department is insular, lacking effective public oversight in answering complaints about police abuse, fairness, racial profiling and equity in its priorities. For many years, the county's elected sheriffs resisted having an…...

11+ mon, 3+ day ago (1726+ words) Christmastide: continues at 10 a.m. in person at Community Congregational Church at 145 Rock Hill Road in Tiburon. Go to ccctiburon.org. New Year's Eve meditation and songs of realization: presented by Wisdom River Meditation Center at 6 p.m. on Zoom and in person at 7110 Redwood Blvd., suite B, in Novato. Donations accepted. Register at sukhasiddhi.org. Bible study: presented by Church of the Nativity at 4 p.m. in person at 333 Ellen Drive in San Rafael. Go to nativityonthehill.org or call 415-479-7023. Morning minyan: presented by Congregation Kol Shofar at 7:15 a.m. in person at the Beit Midrash at 215 Blackfield Drive in Tiburon. Call 415-388-1818 or go to kolshofar.org. Mindfulness meditation: with chants and Tibetan singing bowls. Presented by the Praktikos Meditation Circle at 5 and 7 p.m. on Zoom. Email [email protected] to get the link. All welcome. Morning prayer: presented by Church of Our Saviour at 9:30 a.m. in person at 10 Old Mill…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago (31+ words) The Marin Elections Department is posting results. Follow along to see complete coverage from the IJ news staff. Complete election coverage | Prop. 50 passes Marin Elections Department complete results page...