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...
Kindergarten Grads Sing & Sign!
Check out this wonderful video taken of the Jacksonville Elementary school children singing (and signing) about Jacksonville. Mrs. Adams' am kindergarten class graduation today.
Enjoy Hanley’s Self-Guided Tours
Hanley Farm is open Fridays (4-7pm), Saturdays & Sundays (11am-3pm), June 3-August 28, for self-guided tours...
Heritage Fair Photos!
Southern Oregon Heritage Society’s Heritage Fair at Hanley Farm on Saturday, June 4th brought out huge crowds – and everyone of all ages enjoyed the day!
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Shearing Alpacas – by Linda DeWald
June 5th was Shearing Day at Rolling Hills Alpacas. Check out the process and some great pics...
China Business & Education Conference comes to Jacksonville
Mel & Brooke Ashland hosted the China Business and Education Conference at their Bigham Knoll Campus on Saturday, June 4...
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...
Out & About – at the ART AMBLE!
Check out these great photos of the Art Amble on Friday, May 27 in downtown Jacksonville! Great turnout - and beautiful art!
“Burning to Learn” – Firefighters Will Burn J’ville Home
On June 4, 2011 firefighters from Jacksonville Fire & Rescue will be burning a house at 560 “G” Street for training purposes.
Jacksonville Resident, Linda Otto, Performed at Camelot
Linda Otto, a Jacksonville resident performed at the Camelot Theatre's production of "Crimes of the Heart" as Chick. This is the last performance at Camelot's current location...
Jacksonville Fire – People Safe
The Jacksonville Fire Department responded at 4:00 am May 19 to a residential structure fire at 440 West California Street. Prior to fire department arrival, six residents and 3 dogs had evacuated the home. The first crew to enter the home reported fire and smoke […]
Chief David Towe Receives Award for 20 Years of Service
Police Chief David Towe received an award from Mayor Paul Becker at tonight’s (May 17) City Council Meeting.
The award reads “In appreciation for 20 years of dedication and service to the citizens of Jacksonville.”
Congratulations Chief Towe!
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.
The Scoop on Backing up your Computer – by John Trivers
4 Excellent Cloud-Based Backup Solutions
Ginger Rogers Fashion Show a Hit!
SOHS held a great event - Ginger Rogers Fashion Show brought out a room full of glitter and glamour!
Ginger Rogers Fashion Show May 1st!
Ginger Rogers Fashion Show! Sunday, May 1, 2-4 pm at the Rogue Valley Country Club
Woodlands Hike a Success!
18th Annual Jacksonville Woodlands Hike-A-Thon another great event
Medford Food Project – Another Successful Day!
Today (April 9) was another great day for the Medford Food Project - 1,100 bags delivered!
Support Britt – Here’s Why!
Britt Needs You! Learn Some Important Facts from a candid conversation with Executive Director, Jim Fredericks at a recent Britt Open House.
Director of Development for Britt Festivals Receives Citizen Diplomat Pillar Award in Washington
Donna Briggs, Director of Development for Britt Festivals, received the National Council for International Visitors (NCIV) Citizen Diplomat Pillar Award at a special event in Washington
Movie Night A SUCCESS! Review by Jo Parker
Movie Night A Hit at Old City Hall Friday, March 18th
Jacksonville Elementary School “ART EXPLOSION” a Success!
Another amazing year for the Jacksonville Elementary School kids! Such a wonderfully talented group. Check out the great art! 
Snap Fitness Coming to Jacksonville!
Snap Fitness Opening in JVille first week of April
Cemetery Clean-up
Cemetery Clean-up Saturday, March 19! Lunch Provided!
BRITT SEEKS VOLUNTEERS FOR 2011 SEASON
Britt is in search of volunteers for its 2011 season.
Study Session Yields Valuable Input on Future Role of City Administrator
Just a week after being sworn-in, Mayor Paul Becker presided over his first City Council study session to gain a clearer picture of how city staff, the public and council feel about filling the soon-to-be vacant City Administrator (CA) position.
A Shining Moment
A Shining and Defining Moment – How the Battle for a Council Seat Ends Heroically with Jacksonville a Winner!
Letter read to City Council on January 4 by Whitman Parker
January 4, 2011
To: The Jacksonville City Council
Paul Becker, Christina Duanne, Paul Hayes, Jim Lewis
Donna Schatz, Dan Winterburn
CC: City Administrator Paul Wyntergreen, Jan Garcia, Fire Chief Arnold
From: Whitman Parker
In December, 2010, I was involved in an email discussion with Hubert Smith during which time I challenged him to provide the City Council with a list of […]
Letter to the Editor Re: Petition to Recall Jacksonville Mayor, City Councilor
Mayor Bruce Garrett’s resignation in the face of the recall attempt marked a sad day for the City of Jacksonville.
Our Firemen Saved My Life
I have some personal experience with regard to the professionalism of the Jacksonville Fire Department and their emergency response team.
Letter to the Editor from Charlie Wilson re: Fire Department funding
A little history might help put the Jacksonville Department level of service and funding issues in perspective.
Letter from Bob Kingsnorth re: Fire Department funding
Fire department staffing and funding depends on the desired “service level” and what are you personally willing to pay...
THE FUTURE OF OUR FIRE DEPARTMENT?
Please read first two recent Letters to the Editor upon which the following commentary is based:
Letter from Mr. Hubert Smith regarding funding for the Jacksonville Fire Department
Letter from Mr. Dick Ames regarding funding for the Jacksonville Fire department
My Fellow Residents and Neighbors:
A casual reading of Mr. Smith’s letter might lead one to conclude […]
Applegate Valley Uncorked!
Tour 14 unique wineries in the spectacular Applegate Valley ready to celebrate their fall harvest with you as they feature delicious appetizer pairings matched with some of the best wines from each estate.
Britt Festival Videos
A gallery of videos from the Britt Festival collected from YouTube. Enjoy!
Spooky Enigma in Southern Oregon!
What causes the odd effects within the famous Oregon Vortex of Gold Hill? On March 12, 1980, Richard Engeman and Marjorie Edens, of the Southern Oregon Historical Society, interviewed Fred Coffman, who worked as manager for the Vortex’s original owner, John Litster, who opened it to the public in 1930. Here, Coffman makes his own attempts at defining the mystery.
From the Firehouse to Your House
Do the Drill
Your home should be a safe haven. If you do not regularly check for home fire hazards, there is the potential for danger. This year’s theme for Fire Prevention Week is […]
New Fire Department Staff Sworn-In
Chris Arnold sworn in as Jacksonville’s new part time Administrative Fire Chief, in turn swearing in Chris Moore, Captain; Robert Pierce and Alex Cummings, firefighters.
Staff Realignment Saves City $10,000
A restructuring of city staff positions after Planning Tech, Collin May resigned will save the taxpayers money.
Art Event Calendar
Jacksonville Art Events - October 2010
Mayor Recognizes Outstanding Performance
At the start of the September 7 City Council meeting, Mayor Garrett recognized Kathy Tiller as an outstanding city employee.
Jacksonville’s GoodBean Coffee Company Wows Java Judges
Michael & Mary Kell, the founders of Jacksonville’s GoodBean Coffee, brought home a Gold and two Silver Medals at the 2010 Best Coffee in Oregon Invitational Championship held at the Oregon State Fair in Salem. GoodBean was the only coffee roaster to win medal honors in three out of the four categories for Best Coffee […]
Jacksonville Firefighters Give Muscular Dystrophy the “Boot”
The Jacksonville Fire Department helped raised more than $3400 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association during this year’s “Fill the Boot” campaign in late August. Jacksonville Fire Chief, […]
Jacksonville Heritage Society Announces benefit event
The Jacksonville Heritage Society announces a benefit event, scheduled for Oct. 20 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the historic Jacksonville Courthouse.
Vacant City Council Seat Filled
The City Council voted to appoint Jerry Mathern to fill a vacant council seat until January 1, 2011.