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Last Update Sunday, December 7th, 2025
Commissioner Blech resigns effective immediately as vacancy process begins

The resignation of Josephine County Commissioner Andreas Blech on Friday sparked talk of plots and intrigue as to his plans, after he said his resignation was not effective until the end of the day Monday. Read More »

A glow in the darkness as Grants Pass tree lighting kicks off season
After Mrs. Claus revved up the crowd with songs and helpers on a stage threw stuffed animals to kids and adults, Santa arrived in downtown Grants Pass atop a fire engine Friday night. Read More »

Asante's plan to downsize Ashland hospital brings reaction from city officials
In the wake of Asante's announcement that it is downsizing Ashland Community Hospital, Ashland is reviewing a legal agreement that could force Asante to pay the city millions of dollars. Read More »

New Ashland program will reimburse for certain appliances, EVs
Ashland is moving forward with its goal of zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 through a new program that offers to reimburse residents for certain appliances and electric vehicles. Read More »

Friday, December 5th, 2025
RCC, SOU work to boost enrollment
Josephine commissioners are accepting applications for a vacancy that doesn't exist
Field's severance will cost city of Medford at least $119,463, contract shows
Thursday, December 4th, 2025
Clerk authorizes recall election; Barnett files suit to halt process
Proposed Grants Pass library takes step forward with City Council vote
Medford council finalizes city manager severance
Asante's hospital in Ashland to become satellite of Medford hospital
Josephine County's new fire district sees 1st board vacancy
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025
Is a resignation on the horizon?
Judge declines Asante request for injunction in legal complaint about union rep
Young bear dead after encounter with humans in Sams Valley area
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025
Golden running for 3rd term in Oregon Senate
CHAMPS AGAIN!
Phoenix council approves tripling of public safety fee
No bidders for Prospect Hotel, so it's now owned by lenders
Monday, December 1st, 2025
CHAMPS AGAIN: Cascade Christian holds off Burns to win 3A state football title
Sunday, November 30th, 2025
Ashland rings in holidays with parade, shopping
Grants Pass celebrates holidays, woos shoppers
Democratic challenger seeks Legislature seat held by Yunker in Oregon House
Friday, November 28th, 2025
Volunteers give back while giving thanks
Asante and nurses in legal fight over visits by union rep
AllCare makes donations to local food pantries
Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
Grants Pass shifts homeless camp location as crime rises
Continuum's new Riverside shelter adds to Medford's emergency housing capacity
Safety rules tighten for Christmas parade in Grants Pass
Ashland wants to end ambiguity about who is owner of City Hall
Tuesday, November 25th, 2025
Petitioners seeking recall of Barnett and Blech submit final signatures
Craterian jubilee fundraiser shines spotlight on labors of gingerbread love
Medford's mayor names Vial interim city manager
Monday, November 24th, 2025
Petitioners seeking recall of Barnett and Blech submit final batch of signatures
At Craterian's 23rd gingerbread house jubilee, winner is Gnome Sweet Gnome
Sunday, November 23rd, 2025
Canadian firm likes its prospects for nickel mining in Southern Oregon
She helps turn lives around (COMMUNITY BUILDER)
2 people were hired to replace Josephine's director of public works
Lawsuit alleges photos of plaintiff's breast augmentation procedure were posted online by Medford practice
Friday, November 21st, 2025
Voting open in Grants Pass School District's student Holiday Card Contest
Grants Pass agrees to host Cycle Oregon crowd in 2026
Opening of Ashland's ice rink delayed due to a 'permitting issue' tied to canopy, city says
Thursday, November 20th, 2025
Grants Pass City Council awards $1.2 million grant for new low-barrier homeless shelter
Josephine County trail gains forest therapy certification
Absenteeism at Southern Oregon schools remains stubbornly high
Medford council approves more cameras, Tasers for police officers