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Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at 2:28pm

Election is finally over. Here are some highlights from Marin:

Jared Huffman, Mark Levin and Mike McGuire won.

Heidi Koenig and Tim Kehoe are on the Shoreline school board.

Measure W, occupancy tax, passed by 73% vote.
Bond Measure I, Shoreline bond, passed by 67% vote

The rest of the results are here: https://www.kqed.org/elections...

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Monday, November 5, 2018 at 9:36pm

An otter just ran in front of my car in front of Dixon Marine in Inverness.

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Monday, November 5, 2018 at 7:02pm

This headline in the Point Reyes Light two weeks ago created confusion and concern among local residents: "Inverness water under scrutiny after tests show high lead levels".

Wade Holland published this post in the West Marin Commons clarifying the issue: "Anytime there is lead in drinking water, it is a cause for concern. There is no risk of lead in the water from our Inverness watershed, nor is any lead accumulating in the water during our treatment, storage, and distribution processes -- as the results of more than 20 years' worth of laboratory testing have demonstrated. From time to time, we are required to ask selected homeowners to take a sample of the water after it has sat for at least 6 hours in their plumbing and faucets (kitchen faucets, in particular). We test these samples to ensure that lead and copper are not being leached from the customers' interior plumbing to a degree that would constitute an exceedance of the EPA maximum level (which is 15 parts per BILLION). If this is occurring, we want to know about it because we may be able to help mitigate the issue by adding agents to our water that will reduce corrosivity and thus reduce the likelihood of lead leaching from customer plumbing and fixtures. In a recent round of such lead testing, we found three homes with slightly elevated lead levels, most likely caused by leaching from their kitchen sink faucet. We are working with these homeowners to replace the suspect faucets before we conduct the next round of testing (later this month). In the meantime, there is a simple workaround: When you need water for drinking or cooking, first let the water run for 30-60 seconds so the water you draw for use will not have been in the pipes or fixtures long enough to leach any lead. For a fee, we can arrange testing of water from your kitchen sink faucet (if you are an IPUD customer).
Wade Holland, Administrator
Inverness Public Utility District"

LINK TO FULL STORY: https://www.ptreyeslight.com/a...

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Sunday, November 4, 2018 at 8:30pm

The Fifth Annual Stinson Beach Doc Fest is happening from Nov. 9 - Nov. 11 with a really great line up of films including the Ruth Bader Ginsburg doc, "RBG" and the amazing climbing film "Free Solo". Benefiting the Stinson Beach Community Center. More information and tickets available here: http://stinsondocfest.org

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Saturday, November 3, 2018 at 7:52pm

There was a medical emergency at Limantour Beach earlier this evening, helicopter was dispatched. Didn't sound too bad, hopefully everyone ok.

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Saturday, November 3, 2018 at 6:04pm

Just heard a report of an accident on Lucas Vallery Road. Lanes blocked now, but should be cleared soon. No word on injuries.

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Friday, November 2, 2018 at 12:40pm

"The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for the North Bay Mountains and other parts of the Bay Area, which is in effect from 1 AM Saturday to 6 AM Sunday, November 4th.

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are expected during this time frame with a combination of strong North East winds with gusts to 60 miles per hour and low relative humidity.

The affected area includes higher terrain areas of Marin, Napa, Sonoma counties above 1,000 feet.

The concerns of this weather system are that fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.

The following land use restrictions are in effect for the Marin Municipal Water District, Mount Tamalpais State Park, Marin Open Space, and The Point Reyes National Seashore during the Red Flag conditions.

"¢ Closures at Sky Oaks, Natalie Coffin Green Park (Ross), and Leo Cronin Parking Lot, Marin Municipal Water District
"¢ Mount Vision Rd, Inverness (National Park Service)
"¢ All open burning and burn permits are suspended on public lands
"¢ All watershed land use permits are canceled
"¢ Closures to Mount Tamalpais State Park - Roads north of Panoramic Highway are closed to motor vehicle traffic on Pantoll Road and Ridgecrest Boulevard. All park use permits north of Panoramic Highway are suspended, including filming

Marin fire agencies will be increasing staffing as conditions change throughout the county during the Red Flag Warning.

Residents are advised to exercise extreme caution during the Red Flag Warning because a simple spark could cause a major wildfire, including the use of equipment and machinery as well as smoking."

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Tuesday, October 30, 2018 at 6:42pm

Wednesday, Oct 31, is the final day of KWMR's Fall Pledge Drive! Please support community radio by calling 415-663-9050 or online at www.kwmr.org. Not only does KWMR provide top notch local entertainment, but it is a critical part of our local emergency information network. Please support them. Trick or treaters also welcome to stop by on Halloween from 5-7pm, maybe you'll end up on the air!

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Tuesday, October 30, 2018 at 2:01pm

"A Fairfax woman was arrested on DUI allegations Monday night after fatally striking a bicyclist in Woodacre, police said.

The collision happened at about 5:30 p.m. on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, where a westbound Ford Explorer hit the cyclist near Railroad Avenue, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Medics took the cyclist to Marin General Hospital, where she was pronounced dead. Dixie School District officials identified the cyclist as Debra DiBenedetto, a second-grade teacher at Dixie Elementary School."

FULL STORY: https://www.marinij.com/2018/1...

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Saturday, October 27, 2018 at 10:46pm

From the Point Reyes Light: "No turkeys will be served at the Dance Palace this Thanksgiving Day. The community meal that has existed in various forms for over 30 years is being temporarily shelved as its organizer, West Marin Community Services, devises a new version that can better serve locals.

According to executive director Socorro Romo, a few troubling trends have made organizers want to re-configure the tradition. In particular, participation by the have-nots has dwindled, while those-who-have have taken over. And, Ms. Romo said, of last year's more than 300 attendees, "there were people from 30 towns. And that's when we went "˜Wow, no. We really want to focus on locals and low-income locals.'"

"People who were donating the turkeys were like, "˜Why are we doing it for people from out of the area?'" said Angelo Sacheli, one of the event's founders. He said that last year someone walked into the event, asked if it was free and subsequently cancelled a reservation at Sir and Star restaurant in Olema."

FULL STORY: https://www.ptreyeslight.com/a...

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Friday, October 26, 2018 at 8:42pm

Missing cat. Quito, female 4 years old. Pretty friendly. Last seen Tuesday 10/23 on highway one near Tomasini Canyon Rd. If you've seen her contact Angela and Andrew at 415-350-9742. Thanks!

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Wednesday, October 24, 2018 at 9:57am

"The U.S. Coast Guard says that a man was rescued near the Farallon Islands after suffering from a shark bite. The bite was reportedly on his wrist and forearm.

He's been identified as Ron Elliot, a commercial diver and documentary film maker who has been diving at the islands for more than 30 years, according to a NOAA Greater Farallones spokesperson.

It's believed Elliot was filming underwater at the time of the attack. He was picked up from a vessel called NorCal 1 and then then transferred to Stanford Medical Center by helicopter."

Full story: https://abc7news.com/amp/man-r...

Short film about Ron Elliot: https://www.nearmissfilm.com/

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Wednesday, October 24, 2018 at 9:23am

Great sunset this morning and this to come later.... "Enjoy the second full moon of autumn. The angle between the moon and horizon is narrower this time of year, so it rises faster. Watch the moon ascend at at 6:51pm tonight."

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Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at 10:25am

"Just to let you know, you can stop by the Point Reyes Library/West Marin Literacy for flu shots today between 10:00 and 4:00 pm. Enter through the West Marin Literacy door. Sponsored by the West Marin Health and Human Services." - thx JL

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Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at 7:42am

Does anyone know what this was? "Thare was some event near Nicasio last night, with hundreds of cars on the roads and an incredible number of cars parked on Lagunitas School Rd for a "Solstice Shuttle"."

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Tuesday, October 16, 2018 at 12:36pm

Helicopter in Inverness taking someone to hospital, hopefully everything ok.

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Monday, October 15, 2018 at 1:08pm

Sounds like there was a mobile home fire in Olema causing smoke and car accident at SFD and Hwy 1. Everyone seems to be ok. (Thx BE)

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Saturday, October 13, 2018 at 9:12pm

Lots of humpback whale action in Point Reyes as well today. #whale #whaletail

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Saturday, October 13, 2018 at 8:58pm

Was lucky enough to be in a boat off the coast of Point Reyes this morning when this 17 foot great white shark swam by. Shark season is here

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Friday, October 12, 2018 at 10:54am

The midterms are upon us. Two links you might be interested in. There will be an Election Night Event at Toby's Feed Barn on Nov. 6 from 5pm - 9pm to watch live results. Also, Wade Holland has published his guide to the Nov. 6 ballot.

Event Information:
https://www.facebook.com/event...

Ballot Guide:
https://www.ptreyeslight.com/a...

Elections matter. Please vote.

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Friday, October 12, 2018 at 10:54am

Couple of events happening this week. Parachute Days featuring local favorites El Radio Fantastique is on Saturday, Oct. 12. And the Audobon Canyon Ranch is hosting a very cool event for kids at the Martin Griffin Preserve in Bolinas on Saturday, Oct 12 as well.

Parachute Days:
https://www.facebook.com/event...

Martin Griffin Ranch:
https://www.facebook.com/event...

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Sunday, October 7, 2018 at 8:04pm

"Did anyone see the strange light in the sky about 10 minutes ago?" - from a local resident UPDATE: it was Space X launch

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Sunday, October 7, 2018 at 1:30pm

Was getting out of my car with my eight year old son in Point Reyes today when a single motorcycle was driving by through downtown way too fast. I gave a mellow slow down hand signal and he gave me the finger. Good times.

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Saturday, October 6, 2018 at 3:40pm

Sounds like a rescue crews responding to kayak situation in Tomales Bay right now. Super windy out there. UPDATE: Everyone ok.

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Wednesday, October 3, 2018 at 1:18pm

"Looks like Significant roadwork on Lucas Valley Road from Nicasio Valley Road to Big Rock. Work expected to last through 11/2/18. Signs say to expect delays." Work already in progress.

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Monday, October 1, 2018 at 5:23pm

Car flipped over by Dream Farm Rd on SFD in Inverness. Everyone ok, expect delays. (Thx DW)

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Saturday, September 29, 2018 at 1:50pm

Rain!

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Friday, September 28, 2018 at 9:20pm

It was reported to TWMF today that a bear was spotted two different times on Drakes Summit in Inverness Park on Wednesday. (Thx MM)

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Friday, September 28, 2018 at 9:26am

The Fine Arts Gallery at the College of Marin is showing the recurring Made in Marin exhibit featuring local artists Grayson Kent and Ido Yoshimoto starting this weekend. Reception is from 4pm - 6pm on Saturday, Sept. 29 and thw show runs through Oct. 25. The reception will feature a talk with Grayson and Ido moderated by Tung Chiang of Heath Ceramics. Don't miss it! MORE INFO: http://www1.marin.edu/fine-art...

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Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 6:02pm

Helicopter just flew right over our house in Inverness, anyone know what's going on? Looked like Henry 1?

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Sunday, September 23, 2018 at 7:43pm