Whether we like to ski, hike, bike, boat, fish, hunt, camp, photograph, drink the water, breath the air, or just hang out, for many Southern Oregonians our precious environment is the region’s greatest treasure. But nature and humanity present challenges to the environment we value.
Many of us are concerned about one or more of the […]
The Soroptimist International club will hold their 16th Annual Garden Tour on Saturday, May 19, 2018. This popular, local event is a favorite with gardeners and garden lovers in the Rogue Valley. Each year a variety of beautiful gardens are chosen to highlight the creative ways that outdoor spaces can be utilized. This year, you’ll […]
Robyn Randolph is an international author, certified nutrition educator, pure food chef and founder of The […]
Editor’s Note: the following article is for contextual information. On April 17, council voted 6-1 in favor, directing staff draft a new Police Surcharge Ordinance which will be voted upon at the May 1 council meeting. (Councilor Garcia cast the dissenting vote.) Please see the Review website at that time for an update on the […]
City Council, March 6—With Mayor Becker out of town, Council President David Jesser presided over the meeting which lasted less than 20 minutes.
Staff noted that after interviewing 20 citizen candidates on February 22 at a Special City Council Meeting to sit on the city’s newly-formed Committee for Citizen Involvement, council selected and approved the following […]
The Jacksonville Garden Club’s 2018 Spring Sale will be held in Jacksonville on Saturday, May 12th, 2018 from 9:00am to 3:00pm in the alcove next to the Post Office on Oregon Street. This annual event is a wonderful place to buy gifts for Mother’s Day or to simply celebrate springtime in Southern Oregon. The sale […]
At the March 20, 2018, City Council meeting, Jeanena Whitewilson was awarded the 2018 “Person of the Year” award by Mayor Paul Becker. In his remarks, the mayor noted that Jeanena is currently serving as the Vice-Chair of the Jacksonville Community Center, a group she’s been working […]
For the past 24 years, on a weekend in April, new and frequent visitors to the Jacksonville Woodlands have laced-up their walking shoes and hit the trails in celebration of an amazing community resource—The Jacksonville Woodlands.
This year’s Hike-a-thon event will be held on Saturday, April 21, at 9:30 am […]
April is National Poetry Month and poetry will be wafting through the streets of Jacksonville in celebration.
Poets on the Loose, sponsored by Art Presence, will appear on April 28 as poets and poetry lovers cheerfully roam downtown reading poems to friends, shop owners and willing strangers.
The event, similar to previous enthusiastic Poets on the Loose […]
Britt Music & Arts Festival announces that “Symphony for Nature,” the documentary film that tells the story about the Britt Orchestra’s performance at Crater Lake in 2016, has been selected to be screened as part of the 2018 Ashland Independent Film Festival. This will be the film festival premiere of the film, which is being […]
Porscha J. Diskin Schiller suddenly and prematurely passed away March 9th, 2018 after a battle with an aggressive and rare cancer. Porscha was a jack of all trades, sharing close and loving relationships with many people from nearly every walk of life. Many knew her as a mediator and volunteer for at-risk youth. Many also […]
The Annual Heritage Plant Sale at Hanley Farm will be April 28 and 29 from 10am to 3pm. All three generations of the Hanley family, across 125 years, contributed to building the lush and unique landscape that is Hanley Farm today. Volunteers at the Southern Oregon Historical Society propagate starts from as many as 50 […]
In 2013, singer/songwriter Christina Lynn Martin and Cowboy Poet and Balladeer Butch Martin co-produced “Romancing the West,” setting out to tell the human story of over 250 years of the people of the American west. This April, the time traveling documentary returns to the Jacksonville Inn on Sunday, April 8th at 6:00pm. The show is […]
JACKSONVILLE, OR — With its second season announcement for 2018, Britt Music & Arts Festival is adding a variety of popular music artists to the summer line-up. Britt fan favorite Michael Franti & Spearhead returns Saturday, June 16 for the 13th year in a row with both an afternoon family matinee as well as their […]
Lace up your boots and grab your hat!— it’s time to explore our public lands in Southern Oregon. Whether you are interested in learning about plants and animals, geology or cultural history, we’ve got a hike for you. “Explore More!” at the Table Rocks and discover something new.
Every weekend this spring, The Nature Conservancy and […]
On April 6 & 8, an international tour in song awaits audiences of Voices of the Applegate when they present their Spring Concerts. Guest will enjoy selections from Japan, Korea, Georgia, Estonia, South Africa, several whimsical pieces, a lovely Appalachian ballad, and an English Renaissance madrigal from the 16th century.
The chorus is enjoying the energy […]
For many years we have been comforted in knowing that if we ‘Reduce, Reuse, Recycle’ much of what we used to consider waste could be saved. Recycling seemed a great way to relieve us of the burden of over-consumption. Yet, in the Rogue Valley, our Consumption accounts for over 40% of the greenhouse gas emissions […]
Britt announces Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox will be the featured artist at the “Best of Britt”, an annual summer fundraising event benefiting Britt Education & Engagement, happening Thursday, June 21, 2018.
In its sixth year, the “Best of Britt” is a popular Britt extravaganza featuring a fun-filled evening of food, spirits and music on the Britt […]
On March 7, the Historical Architectural Review Commission voted 5-1 to deny a Certificate of Appropriateness for a 3-story townhome building located on a 17-foot-wide parcel abutting the Fire Department at 150 E. C Street. The applicant, Veritas Group, via their representatives, argued that the in-fill project complied with current Jacksonville building codes and that […]
Join more than 20 cheesemakers and 80 specialty food and beverage producers from Oregon and beyond at the Oregon Cheese Festival. This Oregon-inspired culinary event includes a farmer’s market-style artisan food, beer, cider and wine festival, and the Meet the Cheesemakers and Winemakers Dinner. Held under 2 large tents, 15,000 sq. ft. of space, at […]
Town Hall Meeting on Police Department Funding—Be sure to attend a Town Hall meeting to learn what’s going on with Police Department funding. Staff will be presenting information on current service levels and funding needs/options for our community. Your attendance and input is needed. March 31, at 10:00am at Jacksonville Elementary School.
Recycling Alert—At the February […]
Police Department Funding Option—Please see an important message on page 13 from city staff on a proposed funding concept for the Police Department.
City Council 1/2/18—City Administrator Jeff Alvis briefed Council on the status of a proposed 4-way stop at California Street and North 5th Street. Despite a conclusion from ODOT that a 4-way stop isn’t […]
You’ve likely noticed the newest speed-fighting sign that’s been posted in various high traffic areas. Police Chief David Towe obtained the sign and has been moving it to different locations to study the impact. In an online post showing-off the sign during the first week of February, Towe said, “By now I am sure you’ve […]
The Liège Waffle, Jacksonville’s newest food establishment, has opened at 150 S. Oregon Street. Located in the Orth Building, in the space recently held by The Cheesemonger’s Wife, The Liège Waffle offers tasty treats with a historic origin.
“This style of waffle originated in the city of Liège, Belgium in the late 18th century,” says co-owner […]
After 18 fun and successful years, Kelly Cason has sold the “farm” to new Owner, Patti Keck. Although Farmhouse Treasures was not on the market, Kelly says she had growing aspirations of a fun retirement, and look forward to spending more time doing other activities with family and friends.
For a while, you’ll still find Kelly […]
Editor’s Note: As Publisher of the Jacksonville Review, I am committed to bringing my readers news stories that impact our quality of life. In my tenure, I can think of no matter that’s more critical than the following Guest Column by our friends […]
The Jacksonville Friends of the Library, (JFOL) a non-profit that has held used book sales for fifteen years, announced its decision to terminate the popular sales. In a written statement, JFOL’s Joan Avery said, “Jacksonville Friends of the Library will no longer be sponsoring Book Sales. This has been an important way to support our […]
Looking for a chance to tap your inner artist while sipping some great wine and spending time with friends? Paint and Sip art classes at EdenVale Winery will be held this spring on March 11, March 18, April 8 and April 15. Small group classes are led by Erin Griffin of Painted Expressions of Southern […]
Medford, Oregon (February 21, 2018) – Miriam Reed will perform “Susan B. Anthony Says a Word” at three Jackson County Library branches in March: Saturday, March 3 at 12 noon at the Rogue River Library, 412 East Main Street; Thursday, March 15 at 4:00 p.m. at the Eagle Point Library, 239 West Main Street; and […]
On February 17, 2018, there’s no better way to celebrate the “Year of the Dog” than during Jacksonville’s Chinese New Year celebration in downtown Jacksonville. The day will start with a parade on California Street, starring you and your four-legged best friends! Please join the Southern Oregon Chinese Cultural Association for a full day of […]
JACKSONVILLE, OR — Britt Music & Arts Festival announces its first group of concerts in 2018 season lineup, coming to the outdoor amphitheater on the Britt hill in scenic Jacksonville, Oregon this summer. The first of three scheduled season announcements presents a wide variety of musical artists, including the funk-rock of Primus, a capella choruses […]
Tour will include the Historic Jacksonville Courthouse, where City Hall is currently located. Also on the tour will be three historic homes, two gardens and one modern home. Finish your day at Daisy […]
The Free Rein Summer Tour 2018, with California reggae band Rebelution, comes to the Britt stage August 16 along with Stephen Marley, Common Kings, Zion I, and DJ Mackle. This will be Rebelution’s fifth show at Britt. A dozen years into Rebelution’s stirring career, the release of the California reggae band’s fifth album Falling Into […]
Applegate, Oregon (February 2, 2018) — Jackson County Library Services presents an afternoon of poetry on Sunday, February 11 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. at the Applegate Library, 18485 North Applegate Road.
The program will feature original poems about love by Applegate poets Paul Tipton, Beate Foit, Christin Weber, NiAodagain, Diana Coogle and Joan Peterson. This […]
We have every reason to be proud of Jacksonville’s police force. We can continue to support the men and women who serve us so well by carefully considering how we fund our police.
Historically, we have funded police services with our general fund, which, in turn comes mainly from property tax revenues. Today, those tax revenues […]
Have you ever envisioned yourself getting lost on a hike and wondering what you could eat? Are you curious about what kinds of local medicinal herbs are right under your nose? If so, join Lauren Kemple and Rhonda Brown for an exploration through Jacksonville and the surrounding Woodlands to learn about edible and medicinal plants […]
Bob Haworth returns to the Bella Union on Sunday, February 11th, 2018, from 5:00-7:00pm for the first in a new entertainment series called “Sunday at The Bella.” Bob will be joined by the multi-talented, John Hollis (of Callahan’s Lodge fame) for an early evening of vintage folk music, cowboy tunes, original songs, and more. And […]
The Britt Music & Arts Festival and Cantaloupe Music announce the digital release of Michael Gordon’s orchestral work “Natural History” for orchestra with 10 Klamath tribal drummers, a chorus, brass […]
MEDFORD, OR—The Jackson County Cultural Coalition has awarded $31,124 in grants to 18 local non-profit organizations for 2018 projects and activities that support and promote arts, heritage and humanities in Jackson County.
JCCC grant funding will underwrite programs that include arts education, reading programs for young children, heritage and history programs, and more. Many of these […]
MEDFORD, OR, Jan. 22, 2018 — Britt Music & Arts Festival’s Education & Engagement department has announced it is now accepting concert program submissions for its BrittKids Koncert series. Now in its 3rd year, this free family-friendly series has expanded to present additional […]
Yes, we can solve the global warming crisis! This is the message of Paul Hawken’s Drawdown Project (drawdown.org). What’s more, the solutions involve win-win programs that reduce climate pollution while providing other benefits.
“Paul Hawken’s Drawdown: A springboard for individual and collective action” is the title of The Southern Oregon Climate Action Now January monthly meeting […]
During the City Council meeting on 1/16, staff announced that former Mayor Clara Wendt passed away at home at the age of 90 on January 3, 2018.
In tribute to her years of service, City Administrator Jeff Alvis placed her mayoral photo in her regular seat in Old City Hall.
Mrs. Wendt served on numerous committees and […]
Britt Music & Arts Festival and Britt Orchestra Music Director Teddy Abrams announce the 2018 Britt Orchestra Season, which will run from July 25 through August 11, 2018. For the second year in a row, Britt has lowered ticket prices for the Orchestra, […]
An exhibit and documentary at the Jacksonville Public Library running January 9 – 31, 2018 attempts to answer those questions. In the display, more than 60 people, ranging in age from middle-schoolers to seniors voice their responses to our […]
The 2018 Windows in Time lecture series begins its 10th year of making local history come alive! During this time these popular monthly talks, co-sponsored by the Jackson County Library Services and Southern Oregon Historical Society, have provided a pathway into a world that otherwise might well have been forgotten. “There’s no better way to […]
We all love David Gordon! Unfortunately, the Jacksonville Review had already gone to press when the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce learned that David had to cancel his “Pioneer Christmas” performances due to personal reasons. David’s “Pioneer Christmas” performances on December 26, 27, and 28 that are listed in the Chamber’s Victorian Christmas schedule on page […]
MEDFORD, OR — In response to the recycling crisis brought on by China’s crackdown on imported recyclable materials from the US, Rogue Disposal & Recycling is offering local residents an opportunity to recycle a limited list of materials at public drop-off points. “We have found that […]
This fall and winter, before lighting your fireplace or wood stove, have it inspected and/or cleaned. Inspections should also include the chimney and flues, due to a possible buildup of dangerous creosote. Please also remember that wood logs and wood of any kind should never be burned in a gas-log fireplace.
Brick chimneys also require inspections […]
In her Preface to Color Historic Jacksonville, local artist Anne Brooke says, “Living in Jacksonville for 24 years gives me a special vision of the many facets of this historic community. Driving into town, a traffic sign reduces your speed from 45 mph to 25. You see the town in the distance as you put […]
When Historic Jacksonville, Inc. opens the historic Beekman Bank Museum for “Behind the Counter” tours during Jacksonville’s Victorian Christmas celebration over the first three weekends in December, they will also be sharing an early Christmas present with the public. The Southern Oregon Historical Society is returning many of the original books that lined the bank’s […]