Headlines & Highlights For August 5, 2026

Looking Back at the First Week of August Through the Years

Every week, we take a trip through the pages of the Rogue River Press to revisit the stories, milestones, and memorable moments that helped shape our community. Here’s what was making headlines during the first full week of August in years gone by.

40 Years Ago – August 5, 1981: Korea or Bust

The community rallied behind local track standout Rick Ashworth as he…