Communities are finding new ways to care for one another before small struggles turn into lasting hardship. One such effort is drawing attention for its simple but powerful idea: sometimes the best way to prevent homelessness is to reach out with help before a crisis takes hold. A recent study[Read More…]
Author: Jared Pearson
Gold Hill City Council Balancing Realities
The Gold Hill City Council gathered on May 5 to chart a steady course forward for the small city, balancing modernization efforts with financial realities, infrastructure planning, and continued community development. Mayor Palmer opened the meeting with positive news, announcing that the city had secured two grants through the Oregon[Read More…]
True Crime Summit Comes To Southern Oregon
In Southern Oregon, true crime has long lived in the background- shared in whispers, local lore, and late-night conversations. Now, it’s stepping into the light in a way that feels less like spectacle and more like community. The Southern Oregon True Crime Summit, founded by Melynda Cordes, didn’t begin as[Read More…]
Spring Bee School Brings Learning And Community
With spring sunshine settling in across Oregon- bringing longer days, fresh blooms, and, of course, the steady return of bees- the season has a way of drawing people outdoors and back into rhythm with the natural world. This year, that renewed energy was on full display as the Southern Oregon[Read More…]
Gold Hill Council Advances Water Infrastructure Plan
A key portion of the Gold Hill City Council meeting centered on proposed infrastructure expansion, specifically a water line project extending across the bridge. Framed as both an immediate need and a long-term investment, the discussion reflected differing perspectives on growth. “A city that doesn’t grow dies,” said Councilor Sherry,[Read More…]
Tracking IP28’s Financial Support
The debate surrounding IP28 has, up to this point, centered on its premise and the voices behind it. Previous coverage has explored what the measure proposes, who supports it, and who opposes it. Now, as the conversation continues to develop, attention turns to a different question- one that often shapes[Read More…]
Come From Away Resonates At OSF
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival has long been known for pairing the classics with bold, contemporary works, and its 2026 season continues that tradition with striking clarity. This year’s lineup features A Midsummer Night’s Dream and A Raisin in the Sun alongside its third featured production, Come From Away- a musical[Read More…]
A Raisin In The Sun Shines At OSF
With this year’s season on the rise, the OSF has turned its attention to a cornerstone of American theater: For local audiences making the short trip from southern Oregon communities, it’s a production that feels both intimate and deeply resonant- rooted in history, and also relevant. Set in a cramped[Read More…]
Golden Eggs And Clear Skies
In Beck field, this year’s Easter weekend celebration began the way it always does- rooted in community. After a week of steady rain and lingering clouds, many residents had their doubts about whether the town’s annual Easter egg hunt would catch a break. But by Saturday morning, those concerns gave[Read More…]
Building Community, Knowledge, And Resilience In Beekeeping
The Oregon State Beekeepers Association (OSBA) serves as the backbone of Oregon’s beekeeping community, connecting local clubs, commercial operators, and hobbyists under a shared mission: education, sustainability, and the preservation of pollinators. Working beneath that umbrella is the Southern Oregon Beekeepers Association (SOBA), a regional organization supporting beekeepers across Jackson[Read More…]