Midsummer Musings – By Kate Ingram, M.A.
Unlike Americans, the French are not sensually challenged...
My Neighbor’s Garden – By Kay Faught
Rick and Michelle Moir decided to experiment with their vegetable garden this year...
My View, August 2012 – By Publisher, Whitman Parker
Classical music lovers and wine fans: Jacksonville takes center stage this month...
Confession of a Crazy Mom – by Michelle Hensman
I know this is not popular, it’s totally taboo...
WHICH WAY DOES THE WIND BLOW? By Mayor Paul Becker
Politics, trust, respect, duty...and Will Mayor Becker run again for Mayor?
Becoming a Ditch Rider – By Hope Robertson
The Sterling Mine Ditch Trail offers hikes, horse-back riding trails, views and wildlife.
Britt Classical: Bring on the Baton – by Paula & Terry Erdmann
Peter Bay's last year, Upcoming Classical highlights, $5 Concerts, Britt's 50th anniversary...
Exciting Discoveries at the J’Ville Farmer’s Market!
Jacksonville is really lucky to have an amazing Sunday Farmer's Market...Check out these deals!
Glaucoma May Be Stealing Your Sight – by Julie Danielson, O.D.
Glaucoma is often called “the sneak thief of sight” because it can strike without symptoms
In The Beginning There Was Peter Britt – by M J Daspit
A great history of Southern Oregon wine - and mark your calendars for World of Wine!
Small Space Solutions – by Cheryl von Tress
Whether your home is oversized or currently downsized, sometimes you find yourself wondering what you can do...
Soul Matters, July 2012 – by Kate Ingram
Sometimes you’re the windshield, sometimes you’re the bug.
Independence Day – by Mayor Paul Becker
The Declaration of Independence: What a document!
JoyFull Living by Louise Lavergne
Change or Impermanence is the nature of the human condition...
Cure for the common bored! – By Michelle Hesman
Family Views, July 2012
There’s no other time during the year that parents feel so underappreciated than after the Fourth of July when all the novelty of summer, the 24/7 friends, eating junk food, hanging at the park, staying up late, and sleeping in has worn off. It’s when all the […]
A Wild ‘N Crazy Talent – By Paula & Terry Erdmann
During his standup days, we giggled at Martin’s banjo, certain that it was but a comic prop...
My View, July 2012 – By Publisher, Whitman Parker
Regular readers know that I place a high value on supporting LOCAL businesses...
Let’s Have a July 4th Picnic! By Mayor Paul Becker
Plan to share in a fun, new Jacksonville community event...
A Visit to England’s Gardens – by Kay Faught
Kay's Gorgeous photos of English gardens!
Barking Moon Farm – By Linda Davis
MEET YOUR FARMER – Barking Moon Farm
Barking Moon Farm is an organic family farm located in the Thompson Creek watershed of the Applegate Valley. The farm is named after the family dog, Luna (moon in Latin).
Josh and Melissa, along with their […]
Sanctuary One Teaches Teachers – by Robert Casserly
For the first time, Sanctuary one provided a for-credit workshop to teachers...
What’s a Good Wine Palate? By Duane Bowman
Your palate ... my palate...This is going to get controversial...
Leading Children By Example – By Mary Ann Carlson
A healthy habit we can instill in our kids is our attitude about food...
My Neighbor’s Garden – by Kay Faught
One of Jacksonville's most beautiful and truly classic “evergreen and perennial” gardens
Date Night! – by Michelle Hensman
A night out in fabulous downtown Jacksonville! It was a kid-less and it was going to be magical!
Avoid Lawn Trimmer Eye Hazards
nylon lawn trimmers are now the fifth leading cause of penetrating eye injuries...
Breathing for Better Digestion – By Louise Lavergne
1 in 4 Americans suffer at least once a month from heartburn...
Public Enemy #1! By The Weed Wrangler, Bob Budesa
Puncturevine, aka goathead has tiny thorns which spike tires, shoes and feet! June 16th is a great "Pull Together" event...
Soul Matters – by Katherine Ingram
Thought about titling it “In praise of indolence,” because I always want to write something witty...
The Britt Festival (continued) – By Paula and Terry Erdmann
The Britt Festival: Between rock and a hilly place...
Focus on the Farm – By Pamela Sasseen
Hanley Farm again holding Children's Heritage Fair, Tours and Picnic and New Dinner Series!
My View, June 2012 – by Publisher, Whitman Parker
An old-fashioned community picnic is in the works...
Celebrating 70!
Lee and Faye Harter celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary at Pioneer Village
Focus on the Farm – Bill Hanley, By Pamela Sasseen
William "Bill" Hanley must have had much of his father’s, Michael Hanley's, pioneering spirit in him...
Floral Displays at Church – by Kay Faught
This May column is a tribute to the unsung and silent church volunteers...
Ten Keys to Happiness – by Kate Ingram
Seems to me that the concept of “pursuing” happiness is wrong-headed...
A Day in the Life…of a Mom – By Michelle Hensman
Then everything is so clear, I need a get-away!
Life Lessons from Blossoms – by Louise Lavergne
Life is not always logical but rather tropological.
HomeWorx – by Cheryl von Tress
The Beautiful Bilger House gets a tasteful makeover...
On Horse Racing – by Mayor Paul Becker
I recall hearing a phrase that “Life is like a horse race."
Britt Festival: Half a Century & Just Getting Started – by Paula & Terry Erdmann
It wasn’t until l978 that other tuneful sounds were added to the mix at Britt...
Jacksonville Disaster Drill May 5th
Be alert to the Disaster Drill in the morning in the Westmont/Pair-A-Dice Area...
Create Curb Appeal and Living Enjoyment with Landscape Features – by Adam Haynes
Outdoor projects can freshen-up and enhance your entire home environment.
A Story of Friendship – by Whitman Parker, Publisher
I needed a dedicated helper like John...
Bigham Knoll, Where Education is THE Family Value
For the children of Jacksonville, their “Tomorrow-land” is already here...
Gratitude Garden – by Louise Lavergene
A great way to integrate yoga and gardening by creating what I call a “gratitude garden...
Gardening: A Family Value – by Adam Haynes
A garden is a great family activity...
Fabulous and Easy Pizza Dough – by Constance Jesser
Yummy pizza - with some great photos!
Romeo & Juliet – by Paula & Terry Erdmann
It’s not too late to hang out with the world’s most famous young lovers...
Tackling Our Dragons – by Kate Ingram, M.A.
Facing life’s dragons is nothing less than a life or death decision.