For many of us, our introduction to Senate Bill 762 came in a letter from ODF outlining our risk assessment per tax lot. In Jacksonville, too often that risk was “High” or “Extreme”. People across the state had strong reactions to a […]
Name: Ryan Hess
How long resided in Jacksonville: 2 years
Why are you running for City Council and, if elected, what do you hope to achieve?
I am running for City Council for my love of Jacksonville and public service. I am a native southern Oregonian and proud of calling the Rogue Valley home. I have been […]
Name: Jerome E. “Jerry” Pendzick
How long resided in Jacksonville: 6 years
Why are you running for City Council and, if elected, what do you hope to achieve?
I believe that Jacksonville is a unique community that provides an excellent quality of life for all residents. I am committed to maintaining this quality of life and enhancing […]
Name: Talon J. Reed
How long resided in Jacksonville: 6 years
Why are you running for City Council and, if elected, what do you hope to achieve?
I was born here in the valley. I attended Ruch Elementary, McLoughlin Middle School, and graduated from South Medford High School. I continued my education at Southern Oregon University, graduating […]
Name: Megan Kimball
How long resided in Jacksonville: 6 years
Why are you running for City Council and, if elected, what do you hope to achieve?
Connection to community is important. If elected to council, I hope to continue the spirit of service modeled by many of our community members in the past (and present), who have […]
Name: Andrew “Andy” Hellenthal
How long resided in Jacksonville: 4 years
Why are you running for City Council and, if elected, what do you hope to achieve?
Jacksonville is a wonderful small town with historic charm and a spirit that provides a great sense of community. We have tremendous assets in our parks and trail systems, […]
Name: Kenneth Gregg
How long resided in Jacksonville: 9 years
Why are you running for City Council and, if elected, what do you hope to achieve?
I am running for a third term as a City Councilor because I wish to continue to help preserve the town’s past, support its present and shape its future. To achieve this, […]
City Council Meeting 9/6/2022-—Council welcomed its newest Police Officer, Scott Marical, at a swearing-in ceremony that kicked-off the meeting. Police Chief Dave Towe noted that hiring Officer Marical was very fortunate for the city, due in part to Scott’s many years of prior service and the shortage of officers available in the valley.
The City and […]
Anne Brooke, founder and director of Art Presence, announced the artists’ group has hired Paula Bandy as its Executive Director. “It’s not only comforting to know, it is imperative to know, that we have the hired the very best and that our Gallery will continue to grow and prosper,” says Anne.
Bandy, who is very well-known […]
On September 7, my parents, David C. Davis and Gannetta Ann Howell, will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary, and what a journey it’s been. My Mom is a pillar of strength, a two-time cancer survivor, with a strong faith in God. My Dad, has also had a few close calls, surviving a near death experience […]
James Windfield “Jim” Lewis died at his home in Jacksonville, Oregon on 8 August 2022. He was born to Frederick Windfield Lewis and Dixie Mae Brown in Wray, Colorado on May 8, 1945. Growing up in a mobile military Navy family he identified as being from Colorado but became […]
Join us for our Second Annual Jacksonville-Applegate Rotary Poker Run on Friday, September 9, 2022, 3-7pm, or Saturday, September 10, 2022, 1-7pm!
Participants (Players) will simply purchase poker card(s) at any seven of the nine Jacksonville wine tasting rooms on Friday, September 9 or Saturday, September 10. Players will progressively play their hands at each winery […]
JACKSONVILLE, OR—No clothing style in history is as popular as Victorian Era fashion—although there was no single Victorian style, given that the Era is generally considered to have spanned over 50 years from 1837 to the late 1890s coinciding with the Industrial Revolution, a rising middle class, and the invention of the sewing machine. Join […]
Dolores Evers, better known as “Dee” to her many friends and acquaintances, passed away from natural causes on July 16, 2022 at the age of 92 at her home in Medford, Oregon. She was surrounded by loving friends and family and the caring staff of Northridge Senior Living. Dee was born in Brooklyn, New York. […]
In these modern times, many of us have found that our capacity to experience that which used to inspire has been lessened. The exaggerated “this and that” with the daily hyperbole of all that the internet can bring has taken a toll on our ability to be impressed. It is perhaps for that reason that […]
City Council Meeting, August 2, Staff Update—Police Chief Dave Towe introduced Crystal Lewis as the department’s new Clerk. She replaces Kathy Tiller who went to work in the Jackson County court system as an assistant for Judge Joe Charter. Lewis has 27 years of experience including positions as a records clerk, communications & dispatch officer. […]
If you ask residents what they enjoy most about living in our city, the answers are pleasantly varied. Some cite the small-town atmosphere or the presence of the Woodlands Trails system. Others cite Britt’s offering of world-class concerts or the proximity to area wineries. There are many reasons for Jacksonville’s broad […]
JACKSONVILLE, OR—After a “false start” in 2021, Historic Jacksonville, Inc. will again be opening the Beekman Bank, the oldest bank in the Pacific Northwest, to the public! We managed one 110-degree August weekend last year before the Bank’s HVAC died. Now with a new HVAC, we’re ready for business!
Scheduled 2022 “banking hours” are 11am to […]
Prepare with Pedro and the Red Cross, 5+ YRS
08/03/2022, 10:30-11:30am
Prepare with Pedro is a 45-minute emergency preparedness education program for grades K-2 that teaches students how to BE PREPARED and TAKE ACTION for either home fires or a local hazard. Kids will receive a storybook to be able to continue learning at home.
Lifting Up the […]
JACKSONVILLE, OR—Jacksonville’s “Walk through History” tours are back! At 10 a.m. every Saturday from May 28th through September 3rd, Historic Jacksonville, Inc. will be offering 1-hour guided walks through Jacksonville’s National Historic Landmark District. Participants visit government and commercial buildings, fraternal lodges, and homes that capture the stories of the people who transformed a gold […]
Oregon Wine Experience® is the region’s top charitable wine event, benefiting Asante Foundation. Located near Jacksonville, people from around the country will return this summer to this signature event. Hundreds of wineries come together to present the full breadth and depth of Oregon’s unrivaled wines, and chefs curate their fine culinary offerings, for attendees to […]
Years ago, we reviewed the environmental impact of hemp farms. We all found it wanting. They were ugly. Plastic littered the fields and greenhouses. Many were unkempt and an obvious eyesore to neighbors. Few wanted to live next door.
We identified several areas in which we thought we could improve. The first […]
City Council Meeting, July 5
Slow it Down in Town!—During Public Comment, homeowners on East California Street were on-hand to tell Council that traffic volume and speed has increased significantly in their area. Accounts of wildlife being killed and injured by speeders was discussed. Residents noted that although the “Your Speed Is” signs have been effective, […]
JACKSONVILLE, OR – July 2022– Jacksonville resident Al Lightman turned 100-years-old! Pioneer Village held birthday party for Lightman on July 13, 2022, at its campus in Jacksonville. Lightman was joined by other residents of the senior living community for the celebration.
About Pioneer Village: Located in historic Jacksonville, Pioneer Village specializes in Independent and Assisted Living in a […]
Confluence Clinic is excited to announce the opening of its Jacksonville location! Owned and operated by Kjell Moline, L.Ac., Confluence Clinic is a resource in helping to find solutions to a wide variety of chronic and difficult-to-treat conditions. Moline, who is an acupuncturist and master herbalist, has recently moved to Jacksonville with his wife, Erin, […]
Earthly Treasures: Rocks & Minerals
with Bugs-R-Us, 5+ YRS
07/06/2022, 3-4pm
Learn about the basic types of rocks, minerals, and fossils and how we use minerals in everyday life, such as in oils, plastics, salt, and more. Oregon geology is highlighted and participants will receive free rock samples to add to their collections.
Why Natives? Seven Steps to Restoring […]
Take a seat and enjoy a pleasant ride through Jacksonville while learning fun facts and interesting highlights about our local history. Tours last approximately 45 minutes and are meant to be enjoyed by all ages. Private tours are also available by reservation. For more information, visit jacksonvilleoregon.org or call 541-899-8118.
Tour pick-up and drop-off is available […]
It’s that time of year to take in the scenes and scents of lovely lavender farms right here in Jacksonville’s backyard. Treat yourself by visiting any or all six local lavender farms on the Southern Oregon Lavender Trail, who are happy to welcome you and yours for Lavender Festival Weekend, July 15-17. Each […]
David “Herstle” Jones III died peacefully at home, surrounded by family on June 30, 2022. He lived heroically for seventeen joyful months after his diagnosis of glioblastoma brain cancer.
Herstle is survived by his wife Kelly, his daughter Kiana, and his son Holden. He is also survived by his father […]
Every day I ponder the precarious nature of life on earth. We are in deep trouble. Smoky skies increase each summer. Ponderosa after Ponderosa succumbs to pine beetles. Drought deepens. With each death my heart grows heavy.
From October to May I breathe deeply as […]
City Council 6/7/22—During Public Comment, accessibility advocate, Kim Evans voiced her opinion that the city did not seem motivated to make changes to its current policy regarding access to buildings for the disabled and that answers are needed. In recent years, there have been calls for the city to mandate installation of ADA-approved ramps to […]
Summer is here and we are excited to be open and welcoming visitors to Jacksonville!
For those of you who don’t know me, my name is Amanda Moreira and I am the Director of the Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Information Center. I have been with the Chamber since October 2019 and am eager to put […]
Art Presence seeks a new EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. This is a leadership role and our first paid position. The successful candidate would manage a fine art gallery, gift shop, and education program 20 hours per week. They need a strong interest in the creative arts and the ability to work closely with the Board, communicating effectively […]
Ten years ago, I slid off the Gary West Meats roof during a December storm. Each surgery confirmed it was not my best decision. That fall still impacts our family’s path. At the time, opioids were still the go-to for chronic pain. I attempted to work a month after leaving the hospital. But pills left […]
It’s springtime in the Applegate and there is a blush of new growth on the lavender. It starts slowly as the green shoots tentatively reach through the grey and brittle sticks of the seemingly lifeless plants. Over a week, perhaps two, the ocean of grey gives way to a green hue that you only catch […]
There’s no better place than Southern Oregon to take in the scenes and scents of lovely lavender farms. This year, six local lavender farms on the Southern Oregon Lavender Trail are happy to welcome visitors to their annual Lavender Festival Weekends, June 24-26 & July 15-17. Each farm specializes in different lavender and aspects of […]
Across the nation, faith communities are increasingly engaging in climate action. These efforts are varied, ranging from concerted efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to providing support to frontline communities, framed from an ethical or spiritual perspective. Join us to hear an overview of faith-based climate action underway in Oregon and elsewhere and discuss how Southern […]
A “sensitive drill instructor” may sound like an oxymoron, but Roy Raymond Striley was a most wonderful contradiction: simultaneously sweet as honey and tough as nails. Since his passing on May 1st, at the age of 72, Jacksonville has not been quite the same. Funeral services were held May 5th at […]
Medford, Ore., June 7, 2022 — Following last year’s appearance on NBC’s popular singing competition “The Voice,” dynamic modern gospel singer and songwriter Jershika Maple will do two concerts this summer in Medford. Presented by DANCIN Vineyards & Winery, 4477 South Stage Rd., the shows […]
For the first time in two years, Asante Foundation’s signature event, Oregon Wine Experience® (OWE), is back and bigger than ever. Be part of this unique celebration…as a volunteer!
Join in on the fun and give back to the cause through hundreds of volunteer opportunities available this August! All levels of experience are welcome, whether you […]
City Council Meeting, May 3, 2022—During public comment, Stacey Powers read a statement wherein she suggested that the civil rights of the disabled are being violated by the city and by business owners who ignore their obligations to comply with ADA requirements and that the city is using its historic registry status as an excuse […]
In June 2019, partners Luke Ruediger and Suzie Savoie hiked nearly 200 miles through the wildlands of the Siskiyou Crest, starting on the Pacific Crest Trail at Interstate 5 near Siskiyou Summit on the western edge of the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument above Ashland, Oregon, and ending 10 […]
JACKSONVILLE, OR –Mind your manners! Join Historic Jacksonville, Inc. on Saturday, May 21, 2022, at the 1873 Cornelius C. Beekman House Museum when we kick off a 2022 season of “Victorian Days” tours with a lesson in “Victorian Etiquette.” This “mannerly” opening is the first in a series of monthly tours that allow guests to […]
Brian and Kathleen Dunn have just completed a major renovation of the historic Kubli House at 305 S. Oregon Street. Beginning this month, the 160 year old landmark will be operating as a short-term vacation rental under its new name “Kubli Haus.” Through much planning, Brian and Kathleen have reformatted the internal layout to create […]
Editors Note: The Review received the following letter and wanted to share this heartwarming story as told by Ed Owens.
Greetings—I am writing you to share a great story that I feel others should know and read about. In short, Joe from Carefree Buffalo connected me with a local […]
Michele Brown-Riding was an amazing person with vision, passion, commitment, and dedication to the City of Jacksonville. Michele passed away on June 22, 2021. She was involved in Jacksonville’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) as Coordinator with responsibility for basic and ongoing training for CERT members, coordinating callouts, tracking volunteer hours, collaborating with other Rogue […]
JACKSONVILLE, OR – Beginning Friday, May 13, Historic Jacksonville’s Haunted History walking tours are back! Guests will be introduced to some of the town’s historic buildings along with the restless ghosts and spirits who still occupy them. Costumed guides will share notable tales of woe, sorrow, and regret on the second Friday of each month […]
Members of the Jacksonville-Applegate Rotary Club are holding a “Sip & Q” fundraising event on May 22, starting at 4:30pm at Rellik Winery, 970 Old Stage Road, Central Point.
The event features BBQ, wine, beer and lots of refreshments plus a silent auction and a live auction with lots of interesting items to bid on and […]
Alan Horobin passed away early in the morning an hour before sunrise just after breakfast on March 26, 2022. He was 95 years old and lived an amazing life. He was the only member of his family to be born in America. His father worked as a foreman for […]
Jacksonville’s Wildfire Community Preparedness Day is Saturday, May 7, 2022, from 9am-2pm, in the D Street Parking lot. Residents of Firewise neighborhoods may bring branches and other vegetation to be chipped and disposed of by the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF). Two dumpsters will be available, one for small vegetation debris, and one for debris […]