Chauncey Bailey Project Honored

By Sean Maher
Oakland Tribune

Three journalists investigating the killing of Oakland Post Editor Chauncey Bailey were named finalists for the 2008 Medill Medal for Courage in Journalism awarded by Northwestern University.
Bay Area News Group-East Bay investigative reporter Thomas Peele, retired journalist Mary Fricker and Bob Butler, perhaps best known for his work on KCBS radio, were honored for their work in the wake of Bailey’s 2007 killing, exploring the circumstances of the killing and the police investigation that ensued.
The medal is awarded to “the individual or team of journalists, working for a U.S.-based media outlet, who best displayed moral, ethical or physical courage in the pursuit of a story or series of stories,” according to Suzanne Hagen of Northwestern University.

Chauncey Bailey Project reporters worked to investigate the people they suspected were responsible for Bailey’s killing, even as it began to appear he’d been killed for just such an investigation.
Tribune Editor Martin G. Reynolds said the project is a collaboration of many individuals and organizations and would not have been possible without the expertise and support from many corners of the journalistic, philanthropic and academic communities.
“Mary, Bob, Tom, and the many reporters and editors who worked on this project ignored the very real threat to their own safety and pursued this story with determination,” Reynolds said.

Former Marin City Resident Safe in India

In the wake of the terrible loss of lives in Mumbai, India, many Marin City residents were deeply concerned about the safety of their friend Oshalla  (Diana Marcus), who is staying in India.

But they were relieved to hear from her by email that she is safe.

“I am very well,” she wrote on Monday, “(and) I appreciate and am humbled by your concern.” [Read more]

Giving Thanks By Giving Back

The Marin Association of Female Executives (MAFE) cooked a traditional Thanksgiving feast for 50 teen parents, children and staff who participate in the San Antonio High School Teen Parent Program in Petaluma.

Patsy Fleisch, a Mary Kay Consultant, helped to coordinate the food pick up and also donated sample gifts from her business to share with the teen moms.Andrea Tobor, an executive consultant and Laurie Rodriggs, a health consultant, recruited their families to peel more than 40lbs. or potatoes. Tracy Frothingham, a personal trainer, organized the food line and served fresh pumpkin pie. [Read more]

The History of Gospel Fellowship Baptist Church

Gospel Fellowship Baptist Church was founded by the late Rev. Leon D. Samuels. After arriving from Shreveport, Louisiana, he asked a group of young people for directions to a local church. They replied, “We don’t have one.”Rev. Samuels discovered that Marin City only had one church building which shared its use at different times.

As the various churches which now exist in Marin City were born from this single union, Rev Samuels also ventured out to the vacant Housing Authority [Read more]

Peoples’ Inter-City Fellowship Celebrate Small’s Anniversary

By Post Staff

Peoples’ Inter-City Fellowship (PICF) is making plans to celebrate Pastor and Sister Fred Small’s 50th pastoral anniversary.

The celebration, which will be held on the weekend of Dec. 13 and 14, will include a dinner and homecoming services.

“Pastor Small has meant a lot and means a lot to the Marin City community and the Bay Area – this is a time for you to come out and show your support,” said Rev. Marcus Small, Associate Pastor. [Read more]

Star Dust Giving for the Homeless

For the past 18 years, Performing Stars has provided assistance to children living in the underserved communities in Marin County.The group’s work has been enhanced by many donations which assist youth with their self-esteem confidence and pride. With support from local Southern Marin Fire Districts and law enforcement agencies, the Performing Stars’ Toy and Gift Drive will again be able to bring joy and holiday cheer to children. [Read more]