Hands-on Fire Extinguisher Training was a Hit
Great Service by the Jacksonville Fire Department on July 9...
Jacksonville’s Own Gypsy Soul Performing at Britt!
Such excitement that the duo will headline at Britt on Saturday, July 16...
City Council July 5 Meeting Summary
July 5th's City Council Meeting covered the appeal of developer Todd Zitner for a housing unit and an appeal by resident Marta Lyons on Frau Kemmling...
Valley View Winery Wins HUGE Viognier Award!
Valley View's 2008 Viognier wins prestigious award at the San Francisco International Wine Festival...
History Saturday this Weekend!
Learn about the Masonic Section of the Historic Jacksonville Cemetery this Saturday, June 9 from 10 - 11:30...
Fire Extinguisher Importance & Training – by Fire Chief, Devin Hull
Special Fire Extinguisher Training this weekend, July 9, 10-12 at the Jacksonville Fire Department...
Volunteer Organizations
Here's a list of the volunteer opportunities and organizations in Jacksonville.
Boosters Club Works on Britt Gardens
Britt-loving members from the Boosters Club worked in the Lower Britt Gardens to clear out an overgrown section...
New Rock Camp for Teens!
Applications are now being accepted for Britt’s first annual Rock Camp July 18-22, 2011 for ages 13-17...
Jacksonville Planning Department Has New Phone & Hours
The Planning Department will be closed July 5-8, and has new hours as of July 11...
Tips for Houseguest Visits – by Linda DeWald
We live in a magical gem of a city. It’s a joy when friends and family visit from afar...
Fireworks – Rules & Safety – by Fire Chief, Devin Hull
Using fireworks is illegal within the Jacksonville city limits...
Quilts, Quilts & More Quilts! By Carolyn Kingsnorth
The 33rd Annual Quilt Show runs from 10am to 4pm, July 8 & 9; 10am to 3pm, July 10, at Jacksonville Elementary School...
Britt Season’s in Full Swing!
Britt Festivals, Jacksonville's fabulous outdoor venue offers a great summer schedule...
Wine Taste at Valley View and Learn about Southern Oregon Land Conservancy
Southern Oregon Land Conservancy is holding an information gathering/wine tasting this Sunday, Jun 26 from 1-3pm at Valley View Winery...
Art Amble this Friday, June 24, 5-7pm!
33 stores, tasting rooms & restaurants will be open and/or featuring 26 artists for the Art Amble This Friday, 5-7, downtown Jacksonville
Live Music Options in Jville!
Check out all of these great venues for live music at our local tasting rooms, restaurants & bars!
Britt Festivals Gets Off to a Jumpin’ Great Start!
Michael Franti on the exciting Britt Hill opened the 49th season...
A Fabulous Jacksonville Event Saturday, June 11th
"Taste of Summer" event in Jacksonville was outstanding!! Hundreds of residents and visitors from all over the country came to enjoy the festivities! Photo Gallery here...
Pony Espresso adds Beer, Wine & Music!
Wine & beer are now being served at Pony Espresso...happy hours from 4-6, open until 8 Thursday through Saturday...
June 11th Events in Jacksonville!
Check out the Events happening in Jacksonville & Applegate on June 11th...
New – SENIOR WATCH PROGRAM
This program is to assist senior citizens or disabled adults who reside within the city limits, alone, with no means or capacity...
Barbecue Safety Tips – by Fire Chief, Devin Hull
Grilling and barbecues during the summer months are standard summer activities for many U.S. families. However, grilling can be a dangerous activity, causing some 6,000 fires (costing $35 million in property damages) yearly.
Reflections – by Gates McKibbin
The sign at the Children’s Advocacy Center in Medford features a tag line that would do a Madison Avenue advertising agency proud. It says, “Healing Children at the Speed of Love.”
The Unfettered Critic-by Paula Block & Terry Erdmann
A Clean, Well-lighted Place...With Coffee To Go (Or Stay!)
Bike Polo at Bigham Knoll
Enjoy the fun sport of Bike Polo Mondays at 6pm at Bigham Knoll!
Flags for Our Veterans in the Cemetery
Flags are in place on all of the Veterans graves in the Historic Cemetery. Friends of the Cemetery will be on site Sunday, May 29 & Monday, 30th to assist people and answer questions.
Summer Camps!
Registration due by June 1st for Summer Camps at Kids of the Kingdom!
Citywide Garage Sale Being Discussed by City Council
May 17: City Council held a Study Session to address growing concerns about the annual City-wide yard sale, held each September.
Started in the early 1990’s, the non-city and non-Chamber of Commerce-sanctioned event has grown from a one day event into a multi-day event. Police […]
Mark Your Calendar for Britt Opening Day in Downtown JVille June 11!
Taste of Summer” will be Saturday, June 11 in downtown Jacksonville. The day will include a host of activities for families and adults alike, including a newly added matinee concert with Britt favorite Michael Franti.
Fire Department Responds to Fire
Jacksonville Firefighters responded to the Royal Mobile Home Park at 1055 N. 5th Street Friday morning 5/13/11 to a reported structure fire.
Movie Night in Jacksonville Friday, May 13
May’s Movie Night at Old City Hall brings us a change of pace with a classic adventure film, “The Sea Hawk,” starring Errol Flynn...
Forest Park Day – Saturday, May 7
Come out and enjoy FOREST PARK DAY this Saturday, MAY 7, 2011 - 10:00am to 2:00pm
Farmer’s Market & Garden Club Sale Returns!
Don't Miss the Farmer's Market & Plant Sale this Saturday, May 7, 9 -2 at the Courthouse Grounds...
Review of City Council Meeting – May 3
Council held a study session on May 3 before its regular meeting to learn more about management practices relevant to the city’s Urban Renewal district program.
- Gary Miller, Executive Director of ACCESS presented his yearly address to Council which included details on the increasing number of Jacksonville families receiving assistance from ACCESS from its energy assistance, […]
Fun at the First Annual Mai Fest at Bigham Knoll!
The First Annual May Day Celebration on May 1st drew huge crowds for music, May Pole, kids face painting, beer, pretzels and all-around fun...
Allergies & the Eyes – by Julie Danielson, O.D.
Allergy sufferers know the signs all too well – spring is literally in the air, and coming in direct contact with their eyes. In the U.S., 20 percent of adults and children suffer from allergies. For people who suffer allergy-related eye problems, a number of over-the-counter and […]
The Importance of Local/Cooperation – Gates McKibbin
For breakfast this morning I poached two eggs laid by Trouble, one of Ken Snoke’s chickens. Trouble may be trouble in the hen yard, but she sure knows how to produce picture-perfect green-gray eggs – a color you will not find in PAAS Easter egg dye kits. […]
A Few Minutes with the Mayor – by Paul Becker
ON CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
Last month I wrote of the many citizen volunteers who devote their time, their resources, and their energy, to our city. Naturally, not every one has the time to devote to commissions or committees, or for that matter […]
HomeWorx – By Cheryl Von Tress
THE ARMOIRE RE-VISITED
Armoires have been loved pieces of furniture for hundreds of years. Their basic practicality combined with simple to ornate style details make them an item to be treasured. With the advent of large-screen TVs, many of us find ourselves in possession of media […]
Huge Turnout for the Historic Beekman Egg Roll!
More than 100 join the Easter Egg Roll Festivities at the Historic Beekman House