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Today's riddle: The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• Sports briefs: Host San Marin wins NorCal Invitational (marinij.com) — Novato High's girls volleyball team shined at Albany High's Cougar Challenge, winning its morning pool behind standout performances from Zoie Halsing and teammates. The roundup also notes strong showings from other Marin County high school teams and open spring coaching positions, giving local families plenty to follow in the upcoming seasons.
• Mark Hanf And The COO Of Novato-Based Pacific Private Money Agree They Are Responsible For At Least $71 Million In Restitution To Victims (crweworld.com) — A Novato-based investment firm's CEO and COO have pleaded guilty in federal court to wire fraud conspiracy, admitting they misled investors and agreeing they owe at least $71 million in restitution. One executive lives in Novato, and both now face potential lengthy prison sentences, with hearings set for February as authorities continue working to compensate victims.
• The US Highways That Flood Most Often (worldatlas.com) — Drivers in Novato who rely on Highway 37 will recognize the chronic flooding that has repeatedly shut the route between Novato and Vallejo, including a 28‑day closure in 2017. This explainer puts SR 37 in a national context of flood‑prone highways and notes Caltrans' ongoing work near Novato Creek to raise the roadway and replace a bridge as sea levels rise.
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