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The write stuff: Arts hub Ashland gets a literary boost
Ashland newcomer Susan Gress was impressed with the city’s vibrant arts scene, but something seemed to be missing. While there are numerous organizations that champion the visual, musical, and theatrical arts, she felt the town lacked similar spaces for the literary arts. “Bloomsbury Books and their wonderful series of...
Rumors of Asante Ashland Community Hospital Closure Denied by CEO
ASHLAND, Ore. — Rumors that the Asante Ashland Community Hospital will shut its doors have been dispelled by the group’s CEO, Brandon Mencini, in an email to employees. Staff at the 49-bed hospital which opened in Ashland in 1907 have become increasingly concerned about their future as services offered to the community are cut back.
Oregon’s record-setting wildfire season: Beat Check podcast
The 2024 fire season so far hasn’t encroached on as many highly populated areas or forced as many mass evacuations as some recent years. But it’s been historic nonetheless. More acres have burned across the state than in any year since at least 1992, when officials started keeping a reliable tally.
Citizens unite: Oregon State Fair time takes place Aug. 23-Sept. 2 in Salem
It’s the special time of year — Oregon State Fair time, as the big doings happen at Oregon State Fairgrounds in Salem, Aug. 23-Sept. 2. There’ll be the usual fair fun, a carnival, animals and concerts. Attractions include the Hell on Hooves Roughstock Rodeo (Aug. 24), Jaripeo Spectacular (Aug. 25), Motorsports Spectacular (Aug. 31, Sept. 1) and VIP Small Car Demolition (Sept. 2). The series of Family Fun Camp events...
Oregon DB Brandon Johnson thriving with new defense
The Oregon Ducks are nearing the end of their 2024 fall camp, and after the program's 15th fall camp practice, defensive back Brandon Johnson spoke with the media about his developments within the Duck defense, his thoughts on how the defense is shaping up, and his outlook on the upcoming season.
Saturday’s Severe Storms uproots tree destroying side of house
SOUTH MEDFORD, Ore. – Severe storms brought rain, gusts of wind, and hail to parts of our area on Saturday knocking down trees and limbs. One homeowner in South Medford had a tree fall directly on their house. The unfortunate homeowner was able to capture video of the storm...
OSU's defense wins scrimmage two
After three drives in Reser Stadium and some kick-off drills, Oregon State moved their second scrimmage of fall camp to their indoor facility Saturday. The shift came during a thunderstorm that would have delayed play for at least 28 minutes. On the field, the defense dominated the scrimmage once again....
Diamond Lake Drowning Victim Identified As Bend Man
DIAMOND LAKE, OR -- The Douglas County Sheriff's Office has identified the man presumed drowned in Diamond Lake as 37-year-old Chimanbai Patel, of Bend. Just after 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Douglas County 911 received a report of a man who jumped off a pontoon boat into the water to go for a swim. Shortly after, he went under and never resurfaced.
Lane County deputies arrest man for alleged assault with brass knuckles
LANE COUNTY, Ore. — A 43-year-old man was arrested earlier this month after allegedly assaulting some in the area of Concord Ave in Eugene, according to the Lane County Sheriff's Office (LCSO). LCSO says back on August 4, 2024, around 4:00 p.m., deputies with the sheriff's office responded to...
Oregon inn named best bed and breakfast in USA Today’s Readers’ Choice Awards
The Winchester Inn in downtown Ashland received a present for its 40th anniversary: It was named the Best Bed and Breakfast in the 2024 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for its location, hospitality and gourmet breakfast. The inn’s handsome Victorian era and newer buildings at 35 S. Second...
A tale of two workers: Heat deaths on the job provoke differing responses in Oregon, Idaho
This story was originally published by InvestigateWest on Aug. 15, 2024. In a historic heatwave that covered the Pacific Northwest in June 2021, two workers died. Sebastian Francisco Perez, a 38-year-old Guatemalan immigrant, collapsed in 100-degree heat while moving irrigation lines outside at a farm and nursery in St. Paul, Oregon. Just 500 miles away, […]
Video series chronicles local critters
A local homeowner has created a series of YouTube videos cataloging the animal encounters captured on his Eugene property. Titled “Night-Time Wildlife Reports," the videos offer a glimpse into the variety of wildlife that live in and around the Blanton Ridge area in South Eugene. The videos’ creator, David...
Black Sheep Pub closing its doors, locals say it will be missed
ASHLAND, Ore. – The Black Sheep Pub and Restaurant is closing its doors for good, and locals say it will be missed. The restaurant made the announcement via its Facebook Friday afternoon, saying it’s thankful for 33 years of comradery. Since the announcement, the public has been pouring...
Fire and Rescue Calls: Vehicle hits bear, combine fire among responses during busy week
Editor’s note: This log is based on information submitted to the media by Philomath Fire & Rescue:. • 6:25 p.m. — Firefighters responded to a report of a small grass fire in a ditch between two houses in the 800 block of North 12th Street. No injuries or property damage were reported. The investigation determined that the fire was possibly ignited by an electrical spark issue from a nearby power pole. Fire and Rescue sent an engine company of three personnel, a brush truck with two personnel and a duty officer.
20 of 28 fires in Diamond Complex now 100% contained
UMPQUA VALLEY. Ore. — The Diamond Complex on the Umpqua National Forest consisted of 28 lightning-caused fires totaling approximately 10,984 acres. It is 38% contained. 20 of the original 28 fires in the Diamond Complex are now 100% contained. The Middle Fork Fire in the northwest corner of Crater...
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