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North Bend resident celebrates 100th birthday
NORTH BEND, Ore. — North Bend resident Anna “Penny” Luise Penrod Dahl turned 100 years old on Friday. Mayor Jessica Engelke visited with the centenarian for some life lessons. Watch the video above to hear about the wisdom she imparts. In her life, she helped the World...
Pig pens removed from Josephine County Fairgrounds
GRANTS PASS, Ore. — The Leadership Association operating under the Oregon State University’s Extension Office packed up and removed pig pens from the Josephine County Fairgrounds and locals aren’t too happy. Earlier this month the Josephine County Commissioners voted to stop funding Oregon State University’s extension service...
ROSEBURG CITY COUNCIL TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED LAND SWAP
Roseburg City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed land swap at its meeting Monday night. The city has initiated an amendment to its Urban Growth Boundary. If approved, the process will include removing two large parcels of land from the UGB that have significant development constraints, while adding a section of land in the Charter Oaks area that is flatter and much easier to develop. Monday councilors will consider an ordinance amending the UGB, annexing Troost Street right-of-way to the edge of the new UGB and amending the Urban Growth Management Agreement.
Teen advisory group meeting at the North Bend library
Teens ages 13 through 18 are invited to join the North Bend Public Library's Teen Advisory Group on Wednesday, August 7 at 4:00 PM. Teens involved in TAG have a voice in the planning and decision-making at the Library, while earning volunteer credits. Snacks and drinks will be provided at the meeting. For more information, please visit www.northbendlibrary.org or contact (541) 756-0400 or nbservices@northbendlibrary.org.
Hellenthal pitches Docs past Mid-Valley in 3-2 non-league victory
Roseburg’s Ty Hellenthal nearly went the distance and managed to keep the Mid-Valley Southpaws in check during a 3-2 non-league victory for Dr. Stewart’s on Sunday at Bill Gray Legion Stadium at Champion Car Wash Field. Hellenthal pitched 8 1/3 innings in a scheduled nine inning contest and...
Roseburg wrestlers reach Greco-Roman podium at Fargo Nationals
FARGO, N. Dak. — Three Roseburg wrestlers finished on the podium at the National Greco-Roman Championships in Fargo, North Dakota on Saturday at the Fargodome. Drew Dawson and Daniel Patrick both earned All-American status in the 16U Cadet Division. Dawson, the 9-seed at 100 pounds, upset 5-seed Coy Mehlert from Iowa with a technical fall to finish in fifth place. Daniel Patrick, the 12-seed at 157 pounds, got a technical fall over 4-seed Max Harris from Kansas to place fifth.
Eastside Road Fire, Jacksonville, Lined & Being Mopped, 7/21 (Close to Ashland Watershed)
The Eastside Road Fire, located along Upper Applegate Road and west of Buncom in Jackson County. This fire has been holding at an estimated two acres and is 100% lined and 20% mopped up. Operations are ongoing this afternoon. Fran Shields. • Reporter. 8 hours ago · Jul 21, 7:56...
Old Baldy Fire, Near Grants Pass, Lined & Soon to Be Containeed 7/21
Per Incident Command the fire is 100% lined and is being mopped. Final fire size is 1.5 acres. Per Old Baldy Incident Command the fire size is 1-1/2 acres and holding. The Old Baldy Fire, located in the hills between Wimer and Grants Pass in Josephine County. It’s estimated to be one acre and is burning on a ridgetop. Aircraft will likely be key on this fire, as it may be difficult to access.
"One bad month can really put a hole in us." Ashland restaurants face drastic drops in business
ASHLAND, Ore– Restaurants in Ashland say they are hurting to stay afloat in recent months, with inflation and a reduction in business coming in, some losing up to 20% of their average customer base. In response to recent struggles for Ashland restaurants, Clarinda Merripen, the owner of the Black...
Sky Lakes is nationally recognized for providing high-quality stroke care
Klamath Falls, July 19, 2024 — Sky Lakes has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke Gold Plus for quality achievement award for ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability.
Work begins on field upgrade in Brookings-Harbor School District
BROOKINGS, Ore. — Brookings-Harbor students will be returning to a brand new field this fall. Right now the school district is working to transform Elmer Bankus Stadium’s grass field into a top-notch turf field. The track is also getting resurfaced and will be upgraded with new event areas...
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