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The Epidemic of the Eucalyptus

By Jaana Tremp, Op-ed Editor ♦ Apr 25, 2024

Eucalyptus trees have been in California since the early 1850s. However, the trees have destroyed the native plants, including oak trees and coyote bushes, and posed a threat to a main fire road in Bolinas.

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The morality of thrifting

By Shaina Mandala, Graphics Editor ♦ Jun 18, 2023

As fast fashion took hold of the world with trends changing so quickly that almost no one can keep track, environmentalists desperately raked their brains for a reasonable solution. Clothing production...

Oat Milk Outrage

By Claire Conger, Editor in Chief ♦ Sep 20, 2020

After learning of Oatly's less than savory partnership with Blackstone, I've turned my back on the brand in favor of Califa Farms.

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COVID-19: A manmade disaster

By Samantha Glocker, Website Editor ♦ Apr 19, 2020

Although the coronavirus has many possible origins, there is evidence that wet markets play a part in the spread of disease.

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Feng Shui Used in a Corporate Environment

Nov 25, 2014

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Ocean Conservation Club Combats Seal Hunt

By Sammy Herdman ♦ Feb 13, 2014

The Ocean Conservation Club is currently focussing on ending the Canadian seal hunt. Junior Taylor Bratton, club president and organizer, hosts meetings in April Tucker’s marine science classroom to...

Old Mill Creek Suffers Sewage Spill

By Holly Parkin ♦ Feb 12, 2014

At least 200 gallons of sewage spilled into Old Mill Creek in the area between Cascade Drive and Molino Avenue due to a blocked sewer line on January 20. Southern Marin Fire Department Battalion Chief...

Dumpster diving: common sense conservation

By Emma Sandrolini ♦ Dec 8, 2011

When I first heard the term “dumpster diving” I thought it was a recreational activity where people jump into dumpsters. For those who don’t know, dumpster diving is when people raid dumpsters and...