Will Omicron Turn Up In SFO Wastewater + More Pricey Xmas Trees?

Happy Wednesday, Redwood City-Woodside! Here's everything going on around town today.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 72 Low: 47.

Here are the top stories today in Redwood City-Woodside:

1. Will omicron turn up in SFO’s wastewater? How Bay Area labs are hunting for the variant (San Francisco Chronicle)
2. Why buying a Christmas tree in California is more expensive this year (Monterey Herald)
3. Lazy Dog Restaurants hiring for San Mateo location opening in early 2022 (Climate Online)
4. Manual Recount Begins For Woodside Land Use Measure A (Redwood City-Woodside Patch)

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Today in Redwood City-Woodside:

• Football Banquet - Carlmont High (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• County of San Mateo - Government: "While the new COVID-19 variant is not in the United States or San Mateo County at this time, San Mateo County Health officials are still encouraging the public to focus on best practices to reduce transmission and case spread." (Facebook)
• County of San Mateo - Government: "The Board of Supervisors approved a new round of grants to help microfood businesses that have not received assistance from County COVID-19 relief programs in the past 12 months." (Facebook)
• Redwood City Public Library: "It's Hanukkah, and Hoopla has a great selection of books for kids. Have a wonderful holiday!" (Facebook)
• Cañada College: "Need help registering for spring classes? Check out the drop in hours offered this week!" (Facebook)
• Redwood City Public Library: "Join us for a live concert featuring Rebekah Victoria on December 14! It's a Jazz experience you won't want to miss." (Facebook)

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• Christmas at Kohl (December 1)
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• Micro-Cinema: TikTok, YouTube, and Reels (December 7)
• The Holiday Special Workshop (December 11)
• Oh, What Fun! (December 12)
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— Eric He

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