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…]
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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…]
Fire Chief Looks To Create A Hub To Benefit EV
Termed as a “community-driven resilience hub,” the Evans Valley Community Resource Center (EVCRC), the community refuge project of Evans Valley Fire District, is now listed on a tab of the district’s website (as “Community Resource Center”) for information, but also on how local citizens can help make it happen. The[Read More…]
Police Serves Child Sexual Abuse Material Search Warrant
Courtesy of Jackson County Sheriff’s Office The Southern Oregon Child Exploitation Team (SOCET) along with Eagle Point Police Department (EPPD) and the Oregon Department of Justice’s (ODOJ) Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force served a search warrant in Eagle Point. Investigators served the search warrant after discovering Child Sexual[Read More…]
Regulated Hunting Is Good For Wildlife
A new Michigan State University study found that regulated sport hunting can be a powerful driver of wildlife recovery and biodiversity. While that may take some by surprise, the study — authored by University Programs Fellow Dr. Jacob Hill, Dr. Kenneth F. Kellner, and Dr. Jerrold L. Belant (Boone and Crockett Chair of[Read More…]
National Night Out – Leave Dogs At Home
Police Chief Dave Rash said he had already started preparations for Rogue River’s third National Night Out event, this year on Tues, Aug. 4. The Marine Patrol and Search and Rescue units from the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office will be featured this year, along with representatives of the Oregon State[Read More…]
Fire District Receives Grant For Solar Energy Storage
Craig Berry, on his second try, was awarded a $603,630 grant through the Oregon Department of Energy Community Resilience Energy Program on February 5. Berry is a member of the board of Jackson County Fire District 1 in Rogue River. He had applied for the same competitive grant in 2024[Read More…]
SVA Students Put Tiny Treasure Trade On The Map
In the middle of February, students from South Valley Academy, all in fifth and sixth grade, attended the Rogue River School Board meeting and presented perhaps the sunniest idea. Corey Greeley, in sixth grade, and Alaska Radant, a fourth grader, along with their canine pal Tarmac, the school’s therapy dog,[Read More…]
Celebrations Planned For Oregon Arbor Month
Gov. Tina Kotek has proclaimed April 2026 to be Oregon Arbor Month statewide. This year’s proclamation recognizes the vital role trees play in protecting communities from climate change impacts, particularly extreme heat and rain events. “Oregon’s Arbor Month is a chance for all of us to pause and appreciate the[Read More…]
New Public Tool To Prevent Escaped Debris Burns
Outdoor debris burning, also known as backyard debris burning, is the leading cause of human-caused wildland fires in Oregon. On average, the Oregon Department of Forestry responds to about 225 fires each year that result from escaped debris burns. All Oregonians are encouraged to use the new statewide Before You[Read More…]