Jacksonville Veterinary Hospital welcomes a new fulltime veterinarian for the first time in eight years. A recent graduate of Oregon State University’s Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Michaela Jo Brubaker started at the end of July. She is a familiar face around the hospital, as she spent her summers working […]
Tree Code Updated—The monthly City Council work session on 10/17/23 dealt with changes in the code for the removal of trees in the city. After code changes suggested by a Citizens Advisory Committee and refining by the Planning Commission, Council is set to codify the code on November 7. As such, it will become easier […]
October 4, 2023, JACKSONVILLE, Ore. — Now through Sunday, Oct. 29, Windermere Real Estate in Jacksonville will help keep children warm this winter by collecting donations of winter necessities. Each Friday, Windermere real estate brokers will deliver donations to schools after taking them to the cleaners.
The public can help by bringing new or gently […]
Sarah Rebekah Calhoun, 71, recently of Medford, Oregon and formerly a long-time resident of Oakland, California, died suddenly of natural causes at her home on June 20, 2023. She was born to Donald and Elizabeth Calhoun on January 9, 1952 at Addis Ababa, Ethiopia where her parents were serving […]
Jacksonville OR Friends of Classical Music (JORFCM) is proud to announce its first-annual concert series to be held in the beautiful Assembly Room at New City Hall. JORFCM was formed this year with a singular mission: to bring classical music concerts to Jacksonville in winter. The schedule for winter 2024 has just been announced:
Sunday, January […]
The City of Jacksonville has launched a new program to assist homeowners in removing blackberry thickets clogging creeks and creating a fire hazard around properties. Every year, Jacksonville property owners with natural watercourses on or adjacent to their properties are reminded through mailed notices that they are responsible for keeping these watercourses free of obstructions […]
Beverly Maxine Hopkins, 85, of Yakima, Washington, passed away on Sunday, September 9, of causes connected to old age.
Maxine was born in Walla Walla, Washington on June 20, 1938, and grew up on a ranch in the Blue Mountains with her sisters. They moved to Jacksonville, Oregon where she […]
The Rogue Valley Lions Club is pleased to present our first-annual Central Point Wine Walk on Saturday, September 30, from 4-7pm. This fun event is designed so you can enjoy tasting wines of 10 or more local wineries within a 4-block area of downtown Central Point. Each winery will be paired with a Central Point […]
In keeping with our policy of full transparency, our group, Citizens for a Safer Jacksonville, presented Mayor Donna Bowen, City Administrator Jeff Alvis, and Councilor Ken Gregg, a set of seven initial recommendations for consideration.
This meeting took place August 9, 2023, and the full presentation was sent to the entire City […]
Supporting a vision to expand programs and access, Jacksonville Community Center (JCC) has recruited Julie Raefield to serve as the new executive director, leading the organization’s ongoing operations and fundraising efforts for the years ahead.
Raefield recently served as the public information officer and government relations coordinator for Rogue Community College (RCC) […]
The public is invited to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the opening of the Jacksonville Library branch on September 23, from 1-3pm. The Friends of the Library will be on-hand along with honored guests, Dr. Naversen and his wife Jane, and staff, in the Naversen Room. Light refreshments will be served.
The creation of the Jacksonville […]
You love music and like to sing. Maybe you’ve never sung with a performing choir before, or perhaps you have, but not for a while. Either way, we have a great opportunity for you…with NO AUDITION REQUIRED.
This fall, beginning Tuesday, September 12, 2023, Voices of the Applegate, a community chorus, commences its 20th year. We […]
When talking with others about living here, I usually sum up Jacksonville as “a quaint little bubble.” This reflects endearment for our city’s historic charm and moreover that I feel safe living here. Jacksonville appears largely protected from many of the issues challenging areas nearby. Crimes in our town tend to […]
City Council, August 1, 2023—Tony Hess Awarded—Mayor Bowen presented Tony Hess with the 2022 Doug Newman Memorial Award on behalf of the Oregon Recreation Trails Advisory Council and Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. The award recognized Tony as having significantly contributed to improving recreational trail opportunities. During his comments, Tony acknowledged the partners and projects […]
Calling all runners and outdoor enthusiasts—the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce a new outdoor event for the whole family! Our 1851 Gold Rush Trail Run/Walk will be held on the morning of Saturday, September 30, 2023 at the Britt Garden Pavilion.
We are proud to have Public Lands as a co-sponsor for this […]
The formation of Jacksonville OR Friends of Classical Music, a non-profit organization, was first publically announced in the June issue of the Jacksonville Review. We now have a website as shown below. Enter jorfcm.org into your browser or into Google. Current information about concerts, fundraising, and more will be regularly posted. This article is intended […]
Trotting Fox Boutique, located at 155 N. 3rd Street in downtown Jacksonville, has new owners—Ramin and Serena Dadkhah. After starting the business several years ago, former owner, Helena Lopez, retired and sold the business. The Dadkhahs have lived in Jacksonville since 2016, and have two children, Mina (7) and Arman (1).
Ramin brings an extensive sales […]
Summer greetings to all our residents and visitors! When I first stood before the City Council in February of this year, I had no idea that my serious concerns about speeding in town were so widespread and significant. At our May 24 Town Hall meeting, more than 50 people, many of whom had not been […]
Through a State Fire Marshall grant secured by Fire Chief, Wayne Painter, the City of Jacksonville was able to hire Civil West Engineering Services to oversee a contract with Grayback Forestry, Inc. to perform fuel reduction in Forest Park. The treatment involves vegetation cutting, thinning, pruning, hand-piling and cover, and, after a season of curing, […]
Oregon’s premier summer destination for indulging in our state’s top-tier varietal selections and gourmet culinary creations—is fast approaching! With over 100 participating Oregon wineries, Oregon Wine Experience® (OWE) is a five-day charity event benefiting healthcare services for children and families in Southern Oregon and Northern California. The most anticipated wine and food event of the […]
On April 24, 2023, a group of 50+ citizens attended a meeting organized by “Citizens for a Safer Jacksonville” to discuss ideas on slowing traffic speeds within the city limits. Attendees included committee founder, Cindy Rassmusen and several board members, City Administrator Jeff Alvis, Police Chief David Towe, Mayor Donna Bowen and City Councilors Ken […]
Bonnie Dunlap, a cosmetologist at Jacksonville Beauty Salon has released, “Little White Bird,” a potent testimony of faith. Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Bonnie’s new book shares a deeply private experience in hope of empowering others in their understanding and trust of God.
Dunlap shares, “Little White Bird is based on true story about a little […]
In response to the extreme heat weather advisory and the urgent need for relief in the community, The Salvation Army Medford is proud to announce the expansion of its cooling station services to include a brand-new indoor resting area. This addition aims to provide a comfortable and safe space for individuals and families to seek […]
City Council 7/18/23—Council held a brief Urban Renewal Agency meeting and reviewed its 2023 Urban Renewal Plan Amendment, the maximum indebtedness of which has been increased by $2,167,333. In the FY 2023-24 budget, the city may spend up to $600,000 on capital improvements and was presented with a list of possible uses for the money […]
I’ll tell you what freedom is to me: no fear. ~ Nina Simone
Since I opened Rebel Heart Books six years ago, I have occasionally been subject to a certain kind of inquiry. Some people come into the bookstore and peruse the shelves before asking, “Do you have a […]
July 19, 2023—Whit, Hope all is well…I know you have an interest in the pickleball saga and thought you might want to see a copy of what I read to the Jacksonville City Council today.
John Jorgenson
My name is John Jorgenson I live @ 810 Bybee Drive in Jacksonville
I would like to address the comments in […]
Savor the very best of Oregon in the most anticipated wine and food event of the year this August 16-20, just outside of Jacksonville at Stage Pass. Oregon Wine Experience (OWE) is the premier destination for indulging in our state’s world-class varietal selections (with over 100 participating Oregon wineries) and gourmet culinary creations—all in a […]
It is with great sadness that the family of Gretchen Clarke Howard announces her unexpected passing on June 30, 2023, in Kailua Kona, Hawaii. She was born in Eureka, California on March 6, 1949 to Clarence (Bud) Clarke and Jane (Clarke)Walsh and grew up with her two older sisters, Carol and Susan, at the family […]
Center Director Search—The JCC Board has begun the search for a new Center Director. We encourage those in our community to spread the word about this opportunity to take the Center to the next stage of development. Visit the JCC website at www.jacksonvillecommunitycenter.org to see the job […]
Take & Make: Level-Up Your Crafting: Paracord Knotted Keychain, 18+ Yrs, Tuesday, July 11—Try your hand at one of two styles of paracord knotting with a beginner-friendly key-chain craft. Kits contain a key ring, and two colors of cordage, and instructions for 2 styles of keychains, each made up of only one knot repeated. This […]
Local author, EA Luetkemeyer is pleased to announce the publication of his third novel, My Year at the Good Bean Café, in which an unlikely and inexplicable event prompts Adrian Lomachenko to abandon the world of high finance and pursue a career in writing, his long-repressed true calling. He moves to Jacksonville, where he sits […]
Medford, Ore.—In a solid victory, the ‘Rogue Pack’ Envirothon Team from Logos Public Charter School in Medford, Ore. won first place overall at the 27th annual Oregon State Envirothon held at The Oregon Garden in Silverton, OR. on Friday, May 5th, 2023. […]
Every summer, visitors are drawn to the stunning, multi-sensory experience that our Jacksonville area lavender farms provide during their annual festival. The soft fragrance, the fields of fierce violet, along with the many colorful bumblebees and butterflies make the experience worth celebrating. It doesn’t last long…but there’s still time to take in the sights and […]
Everyone likes to play games and Fred is no exception. He likes all games but especially ones he can play with friends like you! Whether it’s sports, chess, or video games, Fred is always up for some friendly competition. With that, we are excited to reveal this year’s Children’s Festival theme…GAME ON!
This innovative 3-day event […]
I was at the lowest point in my life. I had received my Stage 3B Ovarian Cancer diagnosis, had a complete hysterectomy, and was lying in my hospital bed when I said to myself—I’m not going to make it.
I was so depleted of life because of cancer. This was my second diagnosis, my first was […]
After reading the recent article from Dave Doi in the Jacksonville Review, we, the neighbors of Pheasant Meadow, would like to share our perspective on the pickleball courts.
Dave Doi asks what reason the city has to reduce the courts. Here are six:
Protocol. Pheasant Meadow Park is a designated neighborhood city […]
Last Tuesday, June 13, 2013, was National Pigeon Appreciation Day, and pigeons and people rallied at the State Capital in Sacramento, California. Both showed up to demonstrate against the release of domesticated pigeons for money, sport, and entertainment.
What is National Pigeon Appreciation Day? President Woodrow Wilson created National Pigeon Appreciation Day to honor the 150,000 […]
Summer’s Spectacular Lavender Blooms—Every June and July, visitors are drawn to the stunning, multi-sensory experience that our Jacksonville area lavender farms provide. The soft fragrance, the fields of fierce violet, along with the many colorful bumblebees and butterflies make the experience worth celebrating. But it only lasts 6 to 8 weeks, so… you have to […]
The Oregon Wine Experience® (OWE), the Asante Foundation’s signature fundraising event and one of the premier food and wine events in the Pacific Northwest, could use your help. 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 […]
June 2023—At its June 6 meeting, the City Council voted to increase the Police Surcharge from $20 to $35 a month. As per projections, the council agreed to hold the fee at $35 for 5 years. The $15 increase will be used to fund a full-time department or a hybrid model that includes hiring two […]
Stephen S. Smith, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and community volunteer, passed away on April 22, 2023, at the age of 82 in Jacksonville, Oregon. Born on May 25, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois, Stephen was the oldest of three brothers and lived a remarkable life filled with love, service, and […]
Born Charles LeGrand Butler, Jr., to Charles and Jane Butler (née Unger), of Buffalo, New York, Chuck Butler passed away peacefully at home in Ashland, Oregon, on Sunday, May 21, 2023, just three days before his 84th birthday, with his beloved wife, Linda Butler (née Hull), holding his hand, […]
This incredible Heron by world-renowned wood carver and decoy maker, Brad Snodgrass, is on display (and for-sale) now at Carefree Buffalo. Brad grew up in the lake country of Northern Minnesota in a family with a strong hunting and decoy carving tradition. After college, he worked in Alaska as a teacher, coach, and school administrator […]
Planning has begun for the first season of World Class Winter Chamber Music in Downtown Jacksonville. Featured will be internationally known ensembles such as the Minguet Quartet from Germany, the American Brass Quartet, Trio con Brio from Denmark, and acclaimed cello and violin soloists. A new non-profit organization, Jacksonville OR Friends of Classical Music, is […]
I recently came across Jacksonville writer Frank DeLuca’s new book, A Field Guide to Humans: Enriching Relationships through the Enneagram. The Enneagram is a model that combines ancient wisdom with modern psychology to assign numbers one through nine to different personality types. Frank‘s book is about how to use this tool to improve our relationships […]
Author Brenda Novak is on the road in her “Bookstream”—an Airstream Traveling Bookstore & Mini Coffee Shop—for a national book tour to promote the publication of her 75th book, The Seaside Library. On Sunday May 28, at 1pm, Rebel Heart Books will be hosting her stop in Jacksonville, at Bigham Knoll where she […]
The community is invited to attend the first meeting of a newly-formed group, Citizens for a Safer Jacksonville, which is hoping to stop the speeders. The meeting will be on Wednesday, May 24, 4:30-6:00pm, at the Naversen Room at the Jacksonville Library. The focus is currently on the speeding and safety issues facing pedestrians in […]
By the start of June, summer will officially be under way everywhere, including the Jacksonville Historic Cemetery! But first, a sincere thank you to the nearly seventy of you who came out for our Community-Wide Cemetery Clean-Up on April 29th. What a difference you made!
June features the first installment of this season’s History Saturday in […]
Summer used to be my favorite season. Camping trips, canoe rides, lazy days in the garden and long evenings all come to mind. Unfortunately, the anticipation of warm sunny days has now evolved into a lingering sense of dread for many of us because summers now bring a less promising […]
The Mayor and City Council are again facing the pickleball controversy in our town. In March, they voted to prohibit pickleball on Sunday and to limit the hours of play on the other days. This compromise did not placate the small group of neighbors; it only strengthened their resolve to […]