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Pioneer Profiles: Peter Britt, Part 1 – by Carolyn Kingsnorth

It’s Britt season, so what better subject for summer’s Pioneer Profiles than Peter Britt, whose pioneer homestead is now the site of Britt Festivals, the Britt Gardens, and portions of Jacksonville’s Woodlands Trail System. Perhaps best known as the pioneer photographer who documented Southern Oregon’s people, activities, and landscapes from the 1850s to 1900, Peter Britt was also a visionary, a painter, a respected horticulturalist, a vintner...

By Carolyn Kingsnorth|2020-09-30T14:18:53-07:00May 30th, 2014|About Jacksonville, Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories, History, Pioneer Profiles|Comments Off

Celebrate Summer Volunteers! – by Whitman Parker

It’s now “summer in the city” as the pace of our small town life picks-up and town bustles with events and activities galore! From the Taste of Summer Celebration, incredible Britt concerts on the Hill, the Historic Home and Garden Tour, to our charming Farmers Market and so much more, this is high season and our time in the sun.

By Whitman Parker|2014-07-01T17:32:35-07:00May 30th, 2014|Columns, Publisher's View|Comments Off

On Sex & Success: An Ode to Mothers – by Kate Ingram

I learned early this morning that I am a success. A story on NPR related how certain wingless mosquitos in Antarctica survive under the most miserable of conditions, awaken out of semi-dormancy, live for ten days, mate, and die. In the animal world, the reporter noted, this is considered a successful life. You have reproduced. You have won.

By Kate Ingram, M.A.|2020-09-30T14:18:55-07:00May 2nd, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories, Soul Matters|Comments Off

Happiness is Good For Your Health – by Louise Lavergne

Joyfull Living, May 2014 – by Louise Lavergne, JoyFull Living Wellness Center & JoyFull Yoga

How much time do you spend feeling happy? Not just thinking about unlikely scenarios that could make you happy, like winning the lottery. The fact is that right now, in this moment, you can choose to live your best life and […]

By Louise Lavergne|2020-09-30T14:18:55-07:00May 2nd, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories, Joyfull Living|Comments Off

A Short History of Fiestaware – by Pat Montellano

Merchandisers began promoting color as the Depression came to an end. Americans were more than ready to trade in their dark-colored vehicles, clothing and kitchenware and everything took on vivid hues.

By Pat Montellano|2020-09-30T14:18:55-07:00May 2nd, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories, News Flow, Speaking of Antiquing|Comments Off

My Mother’s Singer – by Gates McKibbin

I grew up with my mother’s 1930s Singer sewing machine. It’s a classic—black with gold scrollwork, nestled in a solid walnut cabinet. I watched her pull out the arm hidden under the left side, flip the top open and secure it flat on the arm, then lift the machine out of its compartment. That’s all it took to get ready to sew.

By Jacksonville Review Online|2020-09-30T14:18:55-07:00May 2nd, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories|Comments Off

Old Jim – by Michael Kell

I first met Old Jim back in the early nineties when commercial Jacksonville was struggling to survive. The only enterprise with consistent lines out the door throughout the year was Loaves and Fishes, the community food kitchen next door serving hundreds of seniors every week.

By Michael Kell|2020-09-30T14:18:56-07:00May 2nd, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Cup of Conversation, Featured Stories|Comments Off

Home Prices Up, Sales Down – by Graham Farran

The real estate market in Jackson County continues its recovery with the median price of a home growing by 4.2% for the first quarter 2014 to $187,500. The number of homes sold in the first quarter of 2014 has actually decreased to 345 compared to 389 sold in the first quarter 2013.

By Graham Farran|2020-09-30T14:18:56-07:00May 2nd, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories, Let's Talk Real Estate|Comments Off

The Wright Garden – by Kay Faught

It began with a wind chime and bird feeder! Pam Wright moved here last August to her home on 8th Street to get away from “stucco condo” life in Orange County, California.

By Kay Faught|2020-09-30T14:18:56-07:00May 2nd, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories, Garden of the Month|Comments Off

Enjoying A Beautiful Summer Lawn – by Adam Haynes

Love Your Landscape – May 2014

Most of us in Jacksonville love having a thick, lush and beautiful lawn! This is a great time of year for planning, preparing and implementing turf care. Here are a few spring tips that will make your grass healthy, green and lush.

Most of us are familiar with natural fertilizers and […]

By Adam Haynes|2015-03-31T15:38:31-07:00May 2nd, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories, Garden, Love Your Landscape|Comments Off

Pioneer Profiles: Table Rock City, 1852 – Mining Camp – by Carolyn Kingsnorth

As late as 1851, the Rogue Valley was still very much “the realm of Indians,” writes Stephen Dow Beckham in Requiem for a People: The Rogue Indians and the Frontiersmen.

By Carolyn Kingsnorth|2020-09-30T14:18:57-07:00April 30th, 2014|Pioneer Profiles|Comments Off

My View, May 2014 – by Whitman Parker

Can you feel the buzz in the air…the energy as our micro-town emerges from its winter slumber? This month and all summer long, there are so many events and positive things happening—thanks to great people who are making a difference.

Starting in May, anyone interested in history is in for a treat as multiple seasonal events […]

By Whitman Parker|2014-07-02T08:42:04-07:00April 28th, 2014|Columns, Publisher's View|Comments Off

Why a duck? Because it’s THEATRE – by Paula & Terry Erdmann

The Unfettered Critic, April 2014 – by Paula Block Erdmann & Terry Erdmann

We made a mistake.

Two seasons ago, the Oregon Shakespeare Festival presented “Animal Crackers,” the Marx Brothers masterpiece that stormed Broadway in 1929 and hit Hollywood in l930. We’d heard how great the OSF production was. But we were busy. We missed it. And […]

By Paula Block Erdmann and Terry Erdmann|2020-09-30T14:18:58-07:00March 28th, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories, The Unfettered Critic|Comments Off

The Fine Art of “Art” – by Joelle Graves

When we watch Antiques Roadshow, we all hope that the painting we have in our own garage is the “big” one. Although it could be, 9 times out of 10, it’s not.

By Joelle Graves|2020-09-30T14:18:58-07:00March 28th, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories, News Flow, Speaking of Antiquing|Comments Off

Soul Matters, April 2014 – by Kate Ingram

Some of you may not be aware that, when I am not composing best-sellers, I am a practicing therapist. I don’t always lead off with that particular title because painful experience has shown that the word “therapist” can be, shall we say, off-putting for some folks.

By Kate Ingram, M.A.|2020-09-30T14:18:59-07:00March 28th, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories, Soul Matters|Comments Off

News From Britt Hill, April 2014 – by Donna Briggs

Congratulations to blues singer Cee Cee James, winner of the 2014 Rising Stars competition.

By Donna Briggs|2020-09-30T14:18:59-07:00March 28th, 2014|Featured Stories, News From Britt Hill|Comments Off

A New Look For Spring – by Carmen Whitlock

With daffodils and crocuses blooming, it’s a great time to freshen-up the interior of our homes. We’ve all heard the expression, "Spring Cleaning," and for me, there’s more to it than just cleaning!

By Carmen Whitlock|2020-09-30T14:18:59-07:00March 28th, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories, Making Your House Your Home|Comments Off

Increase the Value of Your Home Before Selling – by Graham Farran

When preparing your home for sale, there are many inexpensive improvements that will bring you greater value and help sell your home faster.

By Graham Farran|2020-09-30T14:18:59-07:00March 28th, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories, Let's Talk Real Estate|Comments Off

The Gift of Imperfection – by Louise Lavergne

When you make a mistake, do you beat yourself up emotionally or can you forgive yourself and let it go? Or are you quick to blame someone else or a situation?

By Louise Lavergne|2020-09-30T14:18:59-07:00March 28th, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories, Joyfull Living|Comments Off

Kitchens: Some Bright Ideas – by Cheryl von Tress

Your kitchen is the “Heart of the Home”—make it a feast for the eyes! Lighting is essential to creating a functional and stylish center for nourishing both body and soul. No matter your personal style—without great lighting choices, a kitchen can remain lackluster...

By Cheryl von Tress|2020-09-30T14:19:00-07:00March 28th, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories, HomeWorx|Comments Off

Celebrating the Gardens of Jacksonville – by Kay Faught

"Each morning, I’m reminded how blessed I am to live in a town surrounded with trees, gardens, flowers, birds, and a slew of gardeners that would rather putter in their gardens than battle the freeways. Jacksonville’s gardens are exciting and varied.."

By Kay Faught|2020-09-30T14:19:00-07:00March 28th, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories, Garden of the Month|Comments Off

Who me? Yeah, you! – by Michelle Hensman

Growing up, my dad had a funny way of teaching me to be both accountable and self aware; when things went awry and I proceeded to blame someone or something else, he would say, “I don’t want to be the one to mention names, but the initials of the person at fault is Michelle Elizabeth Gregg,”

By Michelle Hensman|2020-09-30T14:19:00-07:00March 28th, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Family Views, Featured Stories|Comments Off

Words – by Michael Kell

Words are powerful. Words hold the course of life and death, redemption and judgment. Words are the molecular building blocks of creation and human interaction. Words seal transactions, heal transgressions and are more potent than destiny...

By Michael Kell|2020-09-30T14:19:00-07:00March 28th, 2014|Columns, Cup of Conversation, Featured Stories|Comments Off

Ethics in our World Today – by Mayor Paul Becker

In today’s world the question arises… what is the definition of ethics, for often it seems to be lacking in at least some of our public officials. At least the daily headlines keep telling us that...

By Paul Becker|2020-09-30T14:19:00-07:00March 28th, 2014|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Columns, Featured Stories|Comments Off

Best of Britt Benefit Coming! – by Donna Briggs

Make plans now for one of the most entertaining and tasty events of the summer! Our “Best of Britt” benefit on Thursday, June 26, is an evening filled with all the best parts of Britt—great music, great food and great wine!

By Donna Briggs|2020-09-30T14:19:02-07:00March 15th, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories, News From Britt Hill|Comments Off

Of Donkeys & Trailer Parks – by Kate Ingram

I was out with a friend the other evening, enjoying a real Manhattan in a real bar (at night no less, and mid-week; the stars must be in some rare alignment), and in the course of conversation my friend said—in a rather Eeyorish way (witty, humorous and severely cynical) that he could see his future, and what he saw looked a lot like a trailer park.

By Kate Ingram, M.A.|2020-09-30T14:19:02-07:00March 6th, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories, Soul Matters|Comments Off

Furry, Four-Legged Family Members – by Michelle Hensman

I’ve been working on this article since Christmas Eve when our dog of 12 years passed away. Since then and up until the last couple weeks, we’ve been grieving and I’ve been trying to make sense of why we are all so broken-hearted over an animal?

By Michelle Hensman|2020-09-30T14:19:03-07:00March 6th, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Family Views, Featured Stories|Comments Off

Spring Awakening – by Louise Lavergne

The days are getting longer, the sun a little warmer, the daffodils and buds in the trees are peeking out. If we pay attention, we can feel and see that Nature teaches us about the most important part of Life itself: Awakening!

By Louise Lavergne|2020-09-30T14:19:03-07:00March 6th, 2014|Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories, Joyfull Living|Comments Off

Pioneer Profiles: The Fathers of Jacksonville – by Carolyn Kingsnorth

Contrary to local lore, James Clugage and James Pool did not make the initial gold discovery in Southern Oregon. However, they may well deserve credit for triggering the Southern Oregon gold rush of 1852, and they definitely deserve credit for staking claims to what proved to be a different kind of gold mine—the donation land claims that became the City.

By Carolyn Kingsnorth|2020-09-30T14:19:03-07:00March 5th, 2014|About Jacksonville, Columns, Contributed Posts, History, Pioneer Profiles|3 Comments

Pioneer Profiles: Henry Klippel – by Carolyn Kingsnorth

In the mid-1800s, the promise of gold and free land lured fortune seekers and settlers to the newly formed Oregon Territory. They were soon followed by merchants who amassed their own wealth selling supplies to the miners and farmers. This ongoing series shares the stories of these pioneers and their times. Henry Klippel was one such immigrant.

By Carolyn Kingsnorth|2020-09-30T14:19:03-07:00March 5th, 2014|About Jacksonville, Columns, Featured Stories, History, Pioneer Profiles|Comments Off

Pressed Glass or Cut Glass – by Margaret Barnes

In the early 1900’s you could scarcely open a newspaper or magazine without seeing an advertisement for Brilliant Cut Glass. In the form of a vase, ice cream dish, a goblet, or fruit bowl, several glass companies wanted the consumer to buy their beautiful cut glass items for the bride or for Christmas gifts.

By Margaret Barnes|2014-07-01T16:30:32-07:00February 28th, 2014|About Jacksonville, Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories, Speaking of Antiquing|Comments Off

The Danko Garden – by Kay Faught

This month, I was amazed and delighted by a treasure of a garden that exceeded my expectations. Ron and Aurelie Danko, on South Oregon Street, have a small and unique wedge-shaped lot, on which they built their home with a Tuscan mustard-colored stucco retaining wall surrounding it.

By Kay Faught|2020-09-30T14:19:04-07:00February 28th, 2014|About Jacksonville, Columns, Contributed Posts, Featured Stories, Garden of the Month|Comments Off

The Effects of Cold Temperatures on Your Landscape – by Adam Haynes

Love Your Landscape – March 2014

After a record-setting dry and cold winter with little-to-no precipitation and some of the coldest consecutive days on record, it’s a good idea to check how your plants have fared.

We’ve barely received enough moisture to keep temperamental plants alive through this dry winter. I found myself watering some of my […]

By Adam Haynes|2020-09-30T14:19:04-07:00February 27th, 2014|Columns, Featured Stories, Garden, Love Your Landscape|Comments Off

Growing Old – by Michael Kell

One key to growing old gracefully is limiting television to network evening news and the Turner Classic Movie channel. Network anchors are all attractive, middle-aged or older men and women. Most commercial spots on the news sell pharmaceuticals to older, attractive men and women. Teenagers, twenty-something’s and even thirty-something’s are pretty much absent, making the process of denial so much easier.

By Michael Kell|2020-09-30T14:19:04-07:00February 26th, 2014|Columns, Cup of Conversation, Featured Stories|Comments Off

Unleash the Investing Power of a 401(k) – by Graham Farran

For years, the primary retirement plan was a company pension plan. At retirement, a retiree would receive a fixed sum, or a pension, paid by the employer. By offering a superior pension plan, employers, the government and labor unions attracted good employees...

By Graham Farran|2020-09-30T14:19:04-07:00February 26th, 2014|Columns, Featured Stories, Let's Talk Real Estate|Comments Off

A Few Minutes with the Mayor, March 2014 – by Mayor Paul Becker

An incident occurred on my recent vacation that some might call coincidence… but I know better. My wife and I were strolling around a crowded street fair in Palm Springs when, quite unexpectedly, we heard a voice behind us cry out, “There’s the mayor of Jacksonville.” Sure enough, it turned out to be a couple who were also vacationing from Jacksonville.

By Paul Becker|2020-09-30T14:19:04-07:00February 26th, 2014|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Columns, Featured Stories|Comments Off

Critiquing the Critic – by Paula & Terry Erdmann

In our Unfettered column last October, we told you we were looking forward to five movies scheduled to open before the end of 2013. We hadn’t seen them; they weren’t in theatres yet. We chose them because of the buzz they generated, and because their trailers, which we watched on the web, seemed tantalizing.

By Paula Block Erdmann and Terry Erdmann|2014-07-01T16:41:35-07:00February 26th, 2014|Columns, Featured Stories, The Unfettered Critic|Comments Off

The Tail of the Snake – By Kate Ingram

I hate snakes. Hate is a strong word, but there it is. So imagine my excitement this time last year when we entered the year of the Black Water Snake. I knew it was going to be a wild ride, and not just because I hate snakes: I knew it because a year whose symbolic energy is turmoil and transformation ain’t going to be easy. Your best shot is to embrace your inner Bette Davis and croak, “Fasten your seat belts, it’s going to be a bumpy year.”

By Kate Ingram, M.A.|2020-09-30T14:19:05-07:00February 14th, 2014|About Jacksonville, Columns, Featured Stories, Soul Matters|2 Comments

Strengthening Your Foundation – by Louise Lavergne

If you are already off track with your New Year intentions, your foundation may need some work. Our bodies are exquisitely designed with a map of energy centers, referred to as Chakras, that can help us be aware of what needs our attention...

By Louise Lavergne|2020-09-30T14:19:05-07:00February 14th, 2014|About Jacksonville, Columns, Featured Stories, Joyfull Living|1 Comment

Tough Love – by Michelle Hensman

From the time we accept responsibility for our little darlings we want nothing but the best for them. We devote our lives to making sure their experiences are both enduring and valuable. We recall our own experiences and use them as lessons to teach our children what to do and what not to do...

By Michelle Hensman|2020-09-30T14:19:05-07:00February 14th, 2014|Columns, Family Views, Featured Stories|1 Comment

Love Your Landscape – by Adam Haynes

One of my favorite focal points in any landscape is the trees. Like me, the sheer number of trees is most likely one of your favorite things about living in Jacksonville...

By Adam Haynes|2020-09-30T14:19:05-07:00February 14th, 2014|About Jacksonville, Columns, Featured Stories, Love Your Landscape|Comments Off

Pretty in Pink – by Joelle Graves

Pink Depression glass; pink custard glass; pink dishes; pink linens—anything pink! Pink is a beautiful color to decorate with when combined with other vibrant colors of the season. February, of course, lends itself to decorating with pink...

By Joelle Graves|2020-09-30T14:19:06-07:00February 14th, 2014|About Jacksonville, Columns, Featured Stories, Speaking of Antiquing|1 Comment

The Decision – by Michael Kell

Nothing cuts to the quick of reality faster than burying the young. For one brief moment time slows down enough for us to come up out of this world’s ether and see life in its natural state; brief and fragile, precious and final. No exchanges, no returns.

By Michael Kell|2020-09-30T14:19:07-07:00January 29th, 2014|About Jacksonville, Columns, Cup of Conversation, Featured Stories|Comments Off

2014 Real Estate Market: The Year of the Repeat Buyer – by Graham Farran

2014 looks to be the year of the “repeat home buyer,” as interest rates rise and home prices increase—worsening affordability will discourage some first time home buyers. These won’t be the only changes as foreclosures slow, inventory stabilizes and the process of getting a mortgage becomes less hectic.

By Graham Farran|2020-09-30T14:19:07-07:00January 29th, 2014|About Jacksonville, Columns, Featured Stories, Let's Talk Real Estate|Comments Off

The Oscars-Ignoring Mister Banks – by Paula & Terry Erdmann

Here’s how it works. In theory. The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences mails Oscar Nomination ballots to its 5000-plus members—producers, directors, actors, cinematographers, etc.—so they can vote for the best productions offered throughout the year...

By Paula Block Erdmann and Terry Erdmann|2020-09-30T14:19:07-07:00January 28th, 2014|Columns, Featured Stories, The Unfettered Critic|Comments Off

2014 Britt Classical Season is Mixing it Up! – by Donna Briggs

Our 2014 Classical Festival announcement in January was an exciting one, as our new Music Director Teddy Abrams announced the full lineup of programs and guest artists for the concerts this August. This season is full of great music, exciting soloists, and fun events...

By Donna Briggs|2020-09-30T14:19:07-07:00January 28th, 2014|Columns, Featured Stories, News From Britt Hill|Comments Off

A New Year with New Beginnings – by Mayor Paul Becker

New Year’s Eve 2013 marked the end of my third year as mayor, an occupation which seemed most improbable to me when growing up—it was a different world back then. This thought crossed my mind while recently watching an old Hopalong Cassidy film...

By Paul Becker|2020-09-30T14:19:08-07:00January 28th, 2014|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, About Jacksonville, Columns, Featured Stories|Comments Off

Happy New Year, Please Pass the Muesli – by Kate Ingram

The other morning I sat down to my bowl of homemade muesli, sprinkled it with hemp and chia seeds, and doused it in almond milk. I stared at it and thought, I never imagined in a million years that I would be eating raw muesli with almond milk—and liking it. And from there I began to ponder how my life really isn’t anything I imagined it would be, once upon a time...

By Kate Ingram, M.A.|2020-09-30T14:19:14-07:00December 6th, 2013|Columns, Featured Stories, Soul Matters|Comments Off

Unconditional Receiving & Giving – by Louise Lavergne

If everything you ever wanted showed up at your door, would you let it in? When something good happens, does the fear of it being too good to be true block your ability to receive and enjoy?

By Louise Lavergne|2020-09-30T14:19:14-07:00December 6th, 2013|Columns, Featured Stories, Joyfull Living|1 Comment

2013 Real Estate Market “Year in Review” – by Graham Farran

Jackson County has had an incredible year in the Real Estate Market. Home prices in most metropolitan areas of the United States grew significantly in 2013, with the national median price rising at its fastest annual rate in eight years.

By Graham Farran|2020-09-30T14:19:14-07:00December 6th, 2013|Columns, Featured Stories, Let's Talk Real Estate|Comments Off

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