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And check out Adult Group Ukulele Class on the Novato Patch calendar

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Hi Novato! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How did Novato's volleyball squad fare at the Cougar Challenge?
  • Novato-linked executives admit massive fraud—what restitution could victims see?
  • How often could Highway 37 really flood out Novato drivers?

Also on today's calendar: Adult Group Ukulele Class and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Sunny and sweltering heat, with a high of 99 and low of 58 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and very hot, temps: high: 100, low: 54.
  • Wednesday: Sunshine and very hot, with a high of 97 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 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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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • My daughter took an awesome picture this morning from my Bel Marin keys home.
    A magnificent sunrise. The color reflected off the water. HAPPY SATURDAY! (Nextdoor Bel Marin Keys)
  • Bunnies are such great pets but there are too few people who know this!
    Find out for yourself by #fostering like I did! (Nextdoor Bahia)
  • CVS Health posted a job opening for Shift Supervisor in Novato. Apply here.
  • Panera posted a job opening for Assistant Manager in Novato. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Novato here.

🗞 Nearby News

San Rafael

  • Marin supervisors approve homelessness program at hotel (marinij.com)
  • At Least 1 Person Injured in San Rafael Car Accident on Highway 101 (pacificattorneygroup.com)
  • Marin County allocates $3M for El Niño preparations (marinij.com)

Fairfax

  • Fairfax council candidates call for more civility in town affairs (marinij.com)

Ok Novato! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ?" — Footsteps (Thank you Patty G. for sending it in!)
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