Personnel at Jackson County Fire District No. 1 in Rogue River were busy with two large incidents last week: one in downtown Rogue River and another for assistance in Grants Pass. District 1 personnel, with help from Grants Pass Fire personnel, responded to a heavy truck trailer on fire at[Read More…]
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Headlines & Highlights For July 22, 2026
This Week In Rogue River History JULY 22, 1981 Eight Rogue River players helped lead the Josephine National 14-15-year-old Babe Ruth All-Star team to a district championship with a 5-1 victory in Roseburg on July 13. The championship earned the team a berth in the Oregon State Tournament, held July[Read More…]
East Evans Creek Fire Area Remains Under Road Restrictions
Travelers in northern Jackson County should continue to expect road restrictions in areas affected by the East Evans Creek Fire as emergency officials maintain closures during ongoing recovery operations. Current restrictions include portions of East Evans Creek Road, Meadows Road, and nearby access routes. Officials advise motorists to avoid the[Read More…]
Officials Warn Property Owners About New Planning and Zoning Scam
Government officials are warning Southern Oregon property owners to be alert for a scam involving fraudulent planning and zoning payment requests. The scam targets property owners by sending notices or contacting them while falsely claiming to represent a local planning or zoning department. Victims are instructed to make payments for[Read More…]
Downtown Grants Pass Road Closures Planned for Main Street Cruise Event
Motorists traveling through downtown Grants Pass should prepare for temporary traffic changes as the city hosts the annual Main Street Cruise Event. According to the City of Grants Pass, 5th Street between G and H Streets will be closed beginning Thursday at noon and will remain closed until approximately 4[Read More…]
Body Believed To Be Missing Man Recovered
Authorities have recovered the body of a man believed to be Randall “Randy” Hecker, ending the search for the missing Josephine County resident. According to the Josephine County Sheriff’s Office, the discovery was made around 12:15 p.m. on Thursday, July 16, when a member of the Josephine County Search and[Read More…]
BLM Reminds Public To Follow Fire Restrictions As Wildfire Risk Increases
As hot, dry conditions continue across the Pacific Northwest, statewide fire restrictions remain in effect on all Bureau of Land Management (BLM) public lands in Oregon and Washington. Officials are reminding visitors to check local restrictions before heading outdoors, as additional fire regulations may be in place depending on the[Read More…]
Christmas In July Event To Support Local Students
A little holiday cheer is arriving early this summer as Shreeve Insurance and Rogue Valley Mall host Christmas in July, a free family event benefiting The Salvation Army’s Back-to-School Drive. The event will take place Saturday, July 25, from noon to 3 p.m. at Rogue Valley Mall. Families are invited[Read More…]
Fake Job Offers: How To Spot Employment Scams
Searching for a job should be exciting, not dangerous. Unfortunately, fake job offers have become one of the fastest-growing scams targeting people of all ages, including seniors looking for part-time work, retirees seeking extra income, and those reentering the workforce. Scammers know that job seekers are often eager to respond[Read More…]
Part 2: The Mystery Of The Unmarked Grave
When Stephen Beers was arrested for the death of his brother John in 1893, many likely assumed his future was already decided. Newspaper accounts reported that he had been jailed, accused of murder, and ordered held pending action by the grand jury. Yet a surprising discovery in later newspapers tells[Read More…]