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Last Update Friday, September 25th, 2020
Air quality worsens as smoke from Slater Fire surges back after rain

Air quality in Cave Junction was a glorious "healthy" almost all day Thursday, after a cleansing of rain the previous day.

But the lung-clearing fresh air didn't last long. Read More »

A bridge, and a marriage, built to last
WILLIAMS — For almost 30 years, a covered bridge tucked in the woods here has stood as a testament to love. Read More »

DeYoung, Smith talk taxes in rare public appearance during campaign
Taxes and talk of tearing down the Josephine County Courthouse stood out as subjects of a rare election debate Thursday between county Commissioner Dan DeYoung and the man who wants his job, Ron Smith. Read More »

District 7 says dozens of students still not registered
Two weeks into the start of the school year, it's unclear what dozens of children in Grants Pass are doing for school this year. Read More »

Thursday, September 24th, 2020
Slater Fire crews aided by rainfall
Family displaced by fire makes others priority
Charge in case of attempted kidnapping downgraded
No charges filed after altercation at rally in Rogue River
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2020
At Grants Pass Downs, fans back to cheering on their favorite horses
Sensors help local schools make decisions based on air quality
Winds could stoke Slater Fire, but rain is expected
School board approves park leases, installation of air conditioning
Tuesday, September 22nd, 2020
Slater Fire growth is kept at a slow pace as burnouts help in the fight
Reopened Redwood Highway 'kind of a scary drive'
City needs another $300K for new police building
As fairgrounds shelter closes, animals remain
COVID-19 sparks changes at fire camp
Monday, September 21st, 2020
Slater Fire slows down, now at 18% containment, but expected to burn for weeks
Fairgrounds shelter closing, but plenty of farm animals remain
First travelers along stretch of newly reopened Redwood Highway find it eerie amid the smoke
Flower power: "People smile, and that's the best part of it."
Sunday, September 20th, 2020
As Almeda Fire closed in, her barefoot dash saved the cats
'Peace Keepers' stay close to home in Takilma
ODOT: Hwy. 199 is open again
Volunteers returning to local library branches
Friday, September 18th, 2020
Parents, students make the most of a unique first day of school
Light rain clears air, aids fight vs. Slater
Vintners unsure about smoke's effect
Fire, hazard trees keep stretch of Redwood Highway shut down
Council members form PAC to support public safety levy
Thursday, September 17th, 2020
Predicted rainfall could help slow advance of Slater Fire
Displaced children eligible for meals from Three Rivers School District
Residents welcome guardsmen at new checkpoints
Hellgate suffers its worst season in decades
Wednesday, September 16th, 2020
More resources pour in to defend against Slater Fire
Protection in place for Oregon Caves Chateau
Slater Fire's blast into Illinois Valley caught many unaware
Teachers worry about smoke as school resumes
With skies thick with smoke, air filters are flying off the shelves
Tuesday, September 15th, 2020
Crews beat back flames in the Cedar Gulch area south of Takilma as Slater Fire grows
State Senate candidate's compound on doorstep of the blaze
Massive fire camp takes shape at Lake Selmac
Monday, September 14th, 2020
Smoke expected to clear in Grants Pass as Illinois Valley residents try to save their properties
Slater Fire: With Type 1 team on the way, windless weather trapping smoke but also suppressing fire activity
Sunday, September 13th, 2020
On Slater Fire's edge, a mix of damage, threats and hope
ODF protection chief: Only rain will snuff out some of state's fires
Add wind, and a wildfire can destroy homes anywhere
Local volunteers stand ready to help four-legged evacuees
Gasping for breath? Here's how to cope with the acrid smoke.
Friday, September 11th, 2020
In Cave Junction, waiting and worrying under smoky skies
'The fire was all around us': Some Illinois Valley evacuees fled Slater Fire in a hurry
It's 4 a.m., there's fire in the hills, and official information is scarce
Local groups offer help transporting and caring for animals
Thursday, September 10th, 2020
Illinois Valley on edge as wildfire roars into county
Fairgrounds serves as hub for evacuees
Local businesses, community members are gathering aid
School board says district not interested in owning Caveman Pool