A new year greets us here in our lovely town of Rogue River, and with the turning of the calendar comes a chance to reflect on the milestones reached by the small businesses that give our community its heart. This year, one familiar storefront on the corner of Depot Street[Read More…]
Author: Jared Pearson
Rogue Winterfest Celebrates 23 Years
As Christmas approaches and the Rogue Valley fills with twinkling lights and seasonal celebrations, one event continues to stand out as a cherished holiday tradition: Rogue Winterfest at the Evergreen Federal Bank Bear Hotel. Now in its 23rd year, Winterfest has grown into a cornerstone of the season, welcoming families,[Read More…]
Holiday Spirit Lights Up Rogue River
There is always a wonderful feeling of community that settles over our tiny town of Rogue River. We feel it during the annual Easter egg hunt in April, Rooster Crow in June, and the Trick-or-Treat on Main Street each October. But it’s during the annual Christmas Tree Lighting that the[Read More…]
Under The Grange Roof: A Century Of Connection
Standing as a pillar of the Rogue River community for a full century now is the Live Oak Grange. At the same time, the familiar cozy building at 120 Gardiner Street may not reflect that entire span of time, the organization itself first began here in June of 1925, marking[Read More…]
The K-9 Lifeline: Mercy Flights Raises The Bar
In Jackson County, there are around thirteen operational K-9s working across multiple agencies. These dogs serve in patrol, drug detection, and search and rescue, each one contributing to the safety and integrity of our community. Their work might be considered “supplementary” on paper, but anyone familiar with public safety knows[Read More…]
A Thanksgiving To Remember At Rogue River Community Center
On Friday, November 21st, the Rogue River Community Center hosted its monthly Community Dinner, an event that has become a familiar and cherished tradition for many residents in the area. However, this month’s gathering carried special significance, as it embodied the spirit of Thanksgiving and welcomed the public free of[Read More…]
A Local Legacy Of Warmth And Community
On November 18, children at Rogue River Elementary once again took part in a time-honored tradition: Caps for Kids. More than 200 students, ranging from kindergarten through third grade, were invited to choose their very own winter caps, marking the 35th consecutive year of this beloved event. The story of[Read More…]