For the first time, white-nose syndrome (WNS) in bats has been detected in Oregon in Columbia and Benton counties. White-nose syndrome is caused by an infection with a fungus that disrupts hibernation, causing early winter emergence, dehydration and starvation. This finding follows a detection last year in bat guano collected[Read More…]
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The Barred Owl Dilemma – A Native Species in the Wrong Place
The environmental impact of the barred owl extends well beyond a single species. As generalist predators, barred owls consume a wide variety of prey, from small mammals to birds and amphibians. This flexibility gives them a significant advantage in changing environments, but it also places increased pressure on already strained[Read More…]
Davis Was ‘A Cool Gal,’ Who Served
A celebration of life has been planned for Fri., May 1, to honor Sharie Davis, a former Rogue River Council member who died on Mon., March 2. The gathering will be at Hope Presbyterian Church, 515 Broadway, in Rogue River, beginning at 2 p.m. Davis was born in Sweet Home,[Read More…]
Rogue River Planning Commission Development Decisions
Two months ago, when the Rogue River Planning Commission last met, it was still working on a policy regarding its urban trees and possible legacy trees in the city. The policy is also expected to include guidance on removing trees. It may take a little more time for the policy[Read More…]
“A Big Win,” Oregon’s FFA Funding Saved
Among the items of concern, at least to educators in the state, from the recently concluded Short Session of the Oregon Legislature was that funding for FFA would not be cut. “That’s a big win for our district,” Rogue River Superintendent Patrick Lee said in a report at the Rogue[Read More…]
Mural Painter, Council Discuss Plans For Palmerton, Police Mural
Local mural artist Bob Eding, along with Ruth Bailey, chairman of the Rogue River Mural Society, arrived with sketches for murals throughout the restrooms building at Palmerton Park and on the north wall of the Rogue River Police Department buildings for the Rogue River City Council’s workshop session on Thursday.[Read More…]
Spring Break Welcomes Events For The Community
Southern Oregon is stepping into the season with a vibrant mix of culture, celebration, and community charm across Jackson and Josephine Counties- making this a memorable spring break close to home. At the heart of it all is the return of the renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival, now celebrating its remarkable[Read More…]
State And House Bill Information
• SB 1546: Requires AI chatbot platforms to implement safety protocols when users express thoughts of suicide or self-harm. • SB 1547: Creates a license for prevention-focused providers with bachelor’s degrees and at least 700 hours of supervised training. • HB 4068: Changes and expands the age for young adults[Read More…]
Rogue Valley Family YMCA And AllCare Health Partner
For many Oregon Health Plan members, access to a fitness center, exercise classes, or wellness programs can be limited by cost. This partnership removes that barrier and creates new opportunities for people to improve their health close to home. The Rogue Valley Family YMCA and AllCare Health are partnering to[Read More…]
Headlines & Highlights For March 18, 2026
MAR. 21, 1981 Sometimes it seems you can’t win. In the last decade, when fuel and electrical heating costs soared, people in the Rogue Valley discovered they could drastically reduce their home heating costs by installing wood stoves. With wood in the valley plentiful, many heating problems seemed solved. Ah,[Read More…]