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Shrooms Cafe opens in Medford
MEDFORD, Ore. -- A new psilocybin facility, Shrooms Cafe, has opened in Medford. The founder told NewsWatch 12 the building can have up to 25 people at a time. There is a preparation form governed by the state that needs to be filled out ahead of the dosing session. "There's...
Where to Party at Night: The 10 Best Clubs and Pubs in Medford, Oregon
If you’re looking for a night out in Medford, Southern Oregon, expect a mix of live music, good drinks, and a community-focused crowd. The city’s modest pub and club scene caters to locals and visitors who enjoy a more relaxed, intimate atmosphere. Medford offers a laid-back and community-focused...
Max’s Story by Dr. Robin Miller: Part 3 of 3
This is the last of our three-part special report by NBC5’s Medical Reporter Dr. Robin Miller. “Max’s Story” tells of the unconditional love and compassion shared between dogs and humans. Part 1 can be seen here. Part 2 can be seen here. Max’s Story is sponsored...
Ashland named a top-10 U.S. bike town by a major magazine
No. 5 ranking in Outdoor magazine could bring in more tourists, outdoor recreators. Ashland was recently ranked a top U.S. bike town by Outside, a major national outdoors magazine, based on high ratings from nonprofits that rate bike-friendliness of U.S. cities combined with the plethora of trails available to ride.
Working toward net-zero: Co-op replacing gas stoves with induction ranges in back-line kitchen
The switch to all-electric cooking for deli food prep moves the market closer to its goal of net-zero carbon emissions. The Ashland Food Co-op recently made a big change to its back line in the kitchen, where food prep for the deli happens. It removed the last of its gas range appliances, installing three new induction ranges. The highly efficient electric appliances heat pots and pans directly using magnets. In making this switch, the co-op is moving one step closer to its goal of “carbon neutrality” (net-zero carbon emissions) by 2030.
Catty Corner: A kitty Q&A
Today’s column answers a reader’s question about walnut cat litter. Q: Just read part one of this topic and read that (World’s Best Cat Litter), which is corn based, may contain pesticides. I have been using a mix of that with walnut shells, which my cat likes (he’s not too fussy). I went away from clay because of the ingestion issues. So what about walnut-based litter?
A GREATER APPLEGATE PRESENTS: A WEEK IN JACKSAPHINE COUNT(R)Y SEPTEMBER 21-29
Join A Greater Applegate for a week of events that celebrate the beauty, flavors and diversity of the Applegate Valley, September 21-29, 2024. Enjoy live music at Yale Creek Ranch, Art in the Vineyard at Wooldridge Creek Winery, a “Glass Off” party celebrating free flight (paragliding) at LongSword Vineyard, and other activities scheduled throughout the week.
Fri 9:40 | Rogue Valley live music calendar with Josh Gross
September marks an end to summer and a start to the fall music season around the region. Musician/author/music critic Josh Gross peruses the September calendar for some of the musical highlights, compiling them for our regular visit with Josh Gross in Rogue Sounds. Listen for samples of sounds both familiar...
Poetry Corner: A theater and music scene
Theater, music, visual arts! Ashland and Southern Oregon offer so many choices. This issue of the Poetry Corner features two poems inspired by two popular venues. The first is Rae Otto’s “Enchanted Evenings,” drawn from her experiences during Thursday night Ashland City Band concerts at the Lithia Park bandshell. How many of us remember picnicking on the lawn, listening to the band with ice cream dripping down our chins, while counting the resident deer and wild turkeys?
Sticks and Scones by Ellie Alexander
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy from NetGalley. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. Another delicious installment in the Bakeshop Series set in Ashland, OR!. It’s late spring in Juliet's charming hamlet of Ashland. Spotted deer are nibbling on lush...
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