JAN. 17, 1980 A new series of classes and workshops was offered (1980) this month at the Work Patch Gallery in Rogue River. Several new classes were added to the curriculum, and starting dates varied from late January to May. Among the new offerings were metal casting for jewelry or[Read More…]
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Offbeat Oregon History For January 15, 2025
Here is a pop quiz for Oregon history enthusiasts, and yes, it’s a trick question! But, humor me: What comes to your mind when I mention the name “Balch”? For most of us, it’s the sordid, nasty tale of Danford Balch, the first Portland resident to be hanged for murder,[Read More…]
ODOT Road Construction Update
JACKSON COUNTY • OREGON 99 (Rogue Valley Highway), MP 10.2 to 11, Glenwood to Coleman Creek utility work ($12 million) This project will widen Oregon 99 from East Glenwood Road to Coleman Creek Bridge, improving safety, as well as pedestrian and bicycle accessibility. Other improvements include adding streetlights at four[Read More…]
EVFD Board Considers Chief’s Evaluation
The issue of Chief Tom Davidson’s evaluation, ahead of the contract negotiations in the spring, was a topic of conversation at the Evans Valley Fire District Board of Directors’ meeting on Thursday, Jan. 9. Director Heather Friend said she and directors Patricia Ott and Kathryn Henning spoke with Davidson about[Read More…]
Tuesday Foothill Boulevard Fire
On Tuesday, January 14th, Jackson County Fire District 1 was dispatched to a structure fire on Foothill Blvd. Crews arrived at a single-story residence fully involved. They mounted an attack and knocked the fire down. They were on the scene for a couple of hours, completing mop-up. Three people occupied[Read More…]
Commission Considers DLCD Parking ‘Response’
The Rogue River Planning Commission, in its first meeting of 2025, was charged with finding out how the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development responded to the resolution it adopted to incorporate parking reform measures intended to meet the interpretation of the Governor’s Climate Friendly Area Execution Order. The[Read More…]
License Your Pet
Every pet parent’s worst nightmare is having their furry family member go missing. In 2025, getting a license for your pet to help them return home to you is easier than ever. Online pet licensing is now available on the Jackson County Animal Services website! (Visit the website at: https://www.jacksoncountyor.gov/departments/health___human_services/programs_and_services/animal_services/pet_licensing/index.php)[Read More…]
Open House On Greenway Extension Tuesday
An open house on the Rogue River Greenway planning project is set for Tues., Jan. 14, starting at 5 p.m. “Basically they’re going to be showing us the routes they’ve considered, some of the reasons why some routes will be better than others, and that they’re working towards a recommended[Read More…]
Headlines & Highlights for January 8, 2025
JAN. 10, 2024 The Rogue River Jr/Sr High girls’ basketball team ended 2023 hot, and even after nearly two weeks of practice and holidays, the Chieftains came back in 2024 just as hot. The Chieftains beat the Lakeview junior varsity 59-34 on Jan. 3rd and then came back to beat[Read More…]
Are You REAL ID Ready?
You’ve probably heard about REAL ID, but do you know what it is? Let’s take a quick quiz. Guess which of the following answers is true. REAL ID is: A. The same as a passport. B. A national ID card. C. Required for everyone. D. All of the above. E.[Read More…]