Families and community members are invited to gather at the Jackson County Expo Amphitheater for a free Songs of Hope Watch Party celebrating the 100th anniversary performance of The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square at the Hollywood Bowl. The event will take place on Friday, June 26th beginning at 6[Read More…]
Author: Teresa Pearson
Parade Tradition Rooster Crow Weekend
Colorful floats, marching groups, classic vehicles and community spirit will once again line the streets of Rogue River as the annual Rooster Crow Parade returns during the 73rd National Rooster Crow Weekend. For many residents, the parade remains one of the most anticipated parts of the celebration, drawing families, visitors[Read More…]
RCC Celebrates Graduating Class
Rogue Community College celebrated its largest graduating class since 2018 during its 55th Commencement ceremony held June 13 at the Marjorie Holzgang Concert Bowl on the Redwood Campus. A total of 749 students made up the Class of 2026, marking the college’s highest graduation total in eight years. Approximately 400[Read More…]
Rogue River Rooster Crow’s Human Crowing Contest
Long before social media contests and viral videos, residents of Rogue River were gathering to do something few communities would proudly claim as tradition — competing to see who could crow like a rooster the best. The Human Crowing Contest, one of the most recognizable features tied to Rogue River’s[Read More…]
Rogue River Kiwanis Continues Supporting Local Youth And Community
For years, the Rogue River Kiwanis Club has worked behind the scenes supporting youth programs, recognizing student achievement and helping strengthen community connections throughout Rogue River. Part of the worldwide Kiwanis organization, the local club focuses heavily on projects benefiting children and families. Members volunteer time, organize fundraisers and support[Read More…]
Classic Cars And Community Spirit Return
Polished chrome, vintage engines and rows of classic vehicles will once again become part of the annual National Rooster Crow Weekend as the Rooster Crow Car Show returns to Rogue River this June. The longtime event has become a favorite attraction during festival weekend, drawing car enthusiasts, collectors and spectators[Read More…]
The Rooster Crow Tradition In Rogue River
Rogue River’s signature summer celebration is preparing to return as the community gets ready for the 73rd Annual National Rooster Crow Weekend, scheduled for June 26–28, 2026. For generations, Rooster Crow has brought together local families, visitors and former residents for a weekend filled with tradition, entertainment and hometown pride.[Read More…]
ODOT Road Construction Update For June 17, 2026
ODOT Projects Continue Across Jackson And Josephine Counties Several Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) construction projects are underway throughout Jackson and Josephine counties this summer, with motorists advised to expect delays, lane restrictions, and occasional ramp closures. JACKSON COUNTY • Lost Creek Lake Bridge Repairs on Highway 62 A $6.1[Read More…]
Fire Season Level Raises Statewide
Fire agencies across Southern Oregon are increasing restrictions and staffing levels as hot, dry weather pushes wildfire danger higher across the region. Beginning at 12:01 a.m. on June 17, the City of Grants Pass will raise its fire danger level to High (Yellow). The change comes as vegetation dries and[Read More…]
Part 1: A Story Passed Down Through Generations
Every community has stories that seem to exist somewhere between history and legend. They are the stories passed down around dinner tables, shared by longtime residents, and remembered by families whose roots stretch back generations. Sometimes those stories can be proven through newspaper articles, photographs, or official records. Other times,[Read More…]