Art Shows at GoodBean and South Stage Cellars
Check out the amazing art this weekend!
Going Native in Your Garden – by Michael Flaherty
Native plants are often misunderstood, and are beautiful, easy-to-care-of additions to any garden...
Hanley Farm Redwood Tree – by Pamela Sasseen
The wood is petrified Metasequoia from the Oligocene era, approximately 23 to 34 million years ago...
BoomTown Saloon Has Opened in Jacksonville
Southern Oregon locals, Scott and Amy Dunn have opened the Saloon on California and Third Streets.
Cemetery Clean-up Day MOVED to Saturday, March 24
Due to weather, the clean-up has been postponed - for the first-time ever!
Getting Ready for Spring – By Adam Haynes
Great tips for getting your lawn and garden looking its best
Simplify, Simplify – by Kate Ingram, M.A.
I am concerned that as a society we are as much consumed as consumers...
“Art Adventure” Show at J’Ville Elementary
Be sure to catch this AMAZING art show March 20, 5-7:30pm in the gym...
Jacksonville Author Speaks About His Latest Book TODAY!
Gail Myers will share thoughts about his book on March 18, from 3-4 at the Library...
What It Takes To Become A Firefighter – By Fire Chief Devin Hull
Your Career as a Firefighter is Just One Good Performance Test Away
J’Ville Market Providing Cooking Classes and Lunches
Exciting new offering from Jacksonville's Ken Snoke, Founder of the J'Ville Farmer's Market and CSA...
The Importance of HARC – by Mayor Paul Becker
The importance of our heritage as a historic treasure makes HARC significant...
The Illusion of Perfection – by Cheryl von Tress
It’s rare to find a space that is entirely perfect...
The Artist, the Awards and The Industry – By Paula & Terry Erdmann
In tribute to the great silent filmmakers of the past, Hazanavicius has created The Artist...
City Snapshot – February 2012
County Commissioner Don Skundrick attends City Council Meeting to announce Jacksonville Town Hall on May 10
Kiosk Coming in April
Touchscreen community information kiosk to be installed in the Beekman Bank...
My View, March 2012 – by Publisher Whitman Parker
Digital Kiosk Coming Soon to the Beekman Bank...
Fundraiser for JVille Elementary’s Playground
Mark your calendar for March 2 for an important fundraiser...
New Citizen Alert Program!
Your cell phone and/or email can be used in cases of Emergency or non-emergency Alerts...
Exploring Nature with Children – by Michelle LaFave
Spring is a great time to get out and explore with the kids...
Shop Local Hits Home
A great story about shopping local - again!!
The Last Britt Bash is on February 25
A few seats left for this super-fun evening to benefit Britt!
Pianist Traveling From London for Symphony
Pianist Andrew Brownell will perform the Chopin concerto...
Jacksonville Police Department Goes High Tech to Search for Missing Children
A Child Is Missing Alert Program...
Beekman House Meeting this Saturday, 25th
People are NEEDED to assist with some fun Beekman House activities - please come - and spread the word!
Free Classic Movie – by Paul Becker
MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS on February 17, 7pm...
Cemetery Rules & Regs Now in Effect
A booklet is now available explaining allowable items on gravesites...
Missing Woman Found by Organized Search Effort
J'Ville Fire Department and CERT Team work together to find missing Pioneer Village woman...
Kudos to the Jacksonville Lions Club
Annual donation of stuffed animals and toys...
Chinese New Year Celebration in Jacksonville was Best Ever!
SOCCA (Southern Oregon Chinese Cultural Association) held its annual New Year’s Celebration in downtown Jacksonville today (February 4). The star of the show was the weather…and the incredible parade, featuring dragons, lions, antique cars, and more! A fabulous show was held at Bigham Knoll, along with numerous classes and events. It was the perfect setting […]
The Hanley Farm Willow – by Pamela Sasseen
Great article about the Willow Ms. Hanley planted and fun "Mysteries in Our Backyard" series...
The Accidentals to Perform This Friday at the Library
Great singing concert on February 10th, 7-8pm!
Expert Tips for Creating a Beautiful Landscape – by Michael Flaherty
...consulting a trusted professional is often the best first step...
Britt Receives $125,000 Grant!
Kudos to Donna Briggs and Britt Festivals for receiving the grant from the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation...
Chinese New Year Schedule of Events
Your official GUIDE to the activities on February 4th in Jacksonville!
Meet the Artist: Yang Yu at Elan Gallery
In honor of Chinese New Year, Elan Gallery will host a special art show this Saturday, February 4, from 1 to 4pm...
It’s Great to be Involved with The Food Project!
The Food Project collected almost 250,000 pounds of food...
In Praise of Pleasantville – by Katherine Ingram, M.A.
...odds are that you live Nowhere too, otherwise known as Jacksonville...
Umi Sushi is Open
Extensive sushi menu plus other offerings...
Jacksonville’s Historic Landmark District – by Amy Stevenson, Planning Director
Important details and future plans for Jacksonville's Historic District...
Preventing Animal Abuse – by Robert Casserly, Sanctuary One
Even if you don’t have soft spot for animals, you should care that potential animal abuse cases are investigated...
What is Mutual Aid? By Fire Chief, Devin Hull
The Jacksonville Fire Department responds to a wide variety of fire-type incidents as well as medical calls...
A Few Minutes with the Mayor, February 2012
Looking at the scene in City Hall...I pictured a railroad terminal and switching yard...
Donna Briggs, Britt’s Executive Director Shares Future Plans
Since starting at Britt last year, Donna has been instrumental in several key changes...
Hooray for Jacksonville Residents!
Applegate Food Pantry appreciates your generosity, and can always use volunteers...
City Snapshot, January 2012
Summary of City Council meetings in January...new required emails, Jim Lewis elected Council President...
City Email Addresses
The City is now requiring these emails to be used by Commission Members...
My View – February 2012, By Publisher Whitman Parker
February in Jacksonville means it’s time to celebrate Chinese New Year. On the Chinese zodiac calendar, 2012 is the Year of the Dragon, considered to be the luckiest of years! In Chinese astrology, the dragon is especially revered and represents a symbol of power, superiority and wisdom. Those born in dragon years are thought to […]
Feel Your Feelings – by Louise Lavergne
We can always be “too busy” to deal with what is going on in our emotional heart...
Chinatown – by Jeanena Whitewilson
Digging for Jacksonville's Chinese Heritage...