Good Bean Opens in East Medford & Wins GOLD!
GoodBean Wins Gold for the second year in a row...
Troon Bottles Their 500th Bottle!
A special large format called a jeroboam was made for the occasion and filled with Zinfandel...
Where There’s Smokey, There’s Fire – by Paula & Terry Erdmann
Legend Smokey Robinson comes to Britt Festivals for the final concert of the season this Saturday!
Cemetery Restoration – by Dirk Siedlecki
Since 2006, 52 markers have been restored in our historic cemetery...
City Council Split on MRA “Advisory” Vote
On September 6, a slim Council majority voted not to send a proposed watershed land swap deal...
Annie’s Antics Comes to the Web!
Hello friends and readers - due to popular demand, I am online for the first time!
The Bears of Katmai – by Skip & Gayle Stokes
Alaska brown bears were everywhere!
Stroke 101 – by Fire Chief, Devin Hull
Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the country...
Ratatouille – by Constance Jesser
Ratatouille is the ultimate recipe to make the most of our local grower's markets and home vegetable gardens.
The Crabtree’s Modern Garden – by Kay Faught
One reason Kathy and Fred Crabtree moved from Medford, and built this home 3 years ago, was to expand gardening!
Making a Home Work for You – by Cheryl von Tress
A house becomes a home when YOU become visible, when your needs are met...
Why Shopping Locally Really Matters – by John Lamy
How does this local thing really work?
Blue Door Garden Store Celebrates 3rd Year!
On October 1st 2008, Blue Door Garden Store first opened it's “blue door...
Candy Shoppe Raised Funds for Faith & Ethan
Melanie Scofield offered free kids cones to raise money...
Create a Scarecrow for the Town!
Businesses, service clubs and residents can join the fun and create a scarecrow that reflects you or your business...
Mayor Becker Calls for Restoration
Mayor Paul Becker has called for the creation of a program to save Jacksonville’s historic core buildings...
6-Year Old Entrepreneur, Ellie Mae Scurlock
On Fridays, enjoy a lemonade at Cycle Analysis and get Ellie to Paris!
Jeff Alvis New City Administrator
On August 2, Jeff’s contract was unanimously approved without discussion...
Let’s Play! – by Cheryl von Tress
I thought a few, simple indoor projects would be just the thing to beat the August heat and have some home-y fun...
Support Your Local Whatever – by Paula & Terry Erdmann
From shopping locally, enjoying Art Ambles, Farmer's Market and "Leverage" (the TV Show)...
Seeing the Future from the Knoll – by Janet Eastman
This month, the Bigham Knoll site plays host to a new bonanza: wine. The 9th Annual Southern Oregon World of Wine Festival...
Body and Face Painting for Children
Children of all ages are invited to enjoy face and body painting on Thursday, August 4, from 3 – 4pm at the Ruch Branch Library...
Rockin Out at Britt’s First Rock Camp!
Happening NOW at the Jacksonville Courthouse is the first Summer Rock Camp...
Get a Tom Cat Fixed for $10!
Less than 30 percent of cats fixed are males; yet they contribute to the cat overpopulation more than any female.
“Scots on the Rocks” Play Sure to Make You Laugh
Want some fun? Go to this comedic spoof of Shakespeare's MacBeth and support local talent - July 15-17, 22-24...
A Wider Scope for the World of Wine – by Janet Eastman
2011 World of Wine Event is moving to Jacksonville! August 24-27 at Bigham Knoll...
Valley View Winery Wins HUGE Viognier Award!
Valley View's 2008 Viognier wins prestigious award at the San Francisco International Wine Festival...
Boosters Club Works on Britt Gardens
Britt-loving members from the Boosters Club worked in the Lower Britt Gardens to clear out an overgrown section...
Jacksonville Planning Department Has New Phone & Hours
The Planning Department will be closed July 5-8, and has new hours as of July 11...
Tips for Houseguest Visits – by Linda DeWald
We live in a magical gem of a city. It’s a joy when friends and family visit from afar...
Popular Schmidt Family Vineyards hosted Artisan Faire
Beautiful Schmidt Family Vineyards in the Applegate Valley hosted a great Artisan Faire on Saturday, June 25th...
Live Metalworking Demonstration at South Stage Cellars
This Saturday, June 25, 2-6pm, metal artist, Cheryl Garcia will give a live demonstration at South Stage Cellars...
Jacksonville Particpates in SOPTV Membership Drive
Jacksonville merchants came together to offer a "Staycation Package" worth $1400 for the June SOPTV Membership Drive!
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.
Cupcake & Sundae Mondays!
Make your own Cupcake or Sundae on Mondays at The Candy Shoppe in Jacksonville...
Barbecue Safety Tips – by Fire Chief, Devin Hull
Grilling and barbecues during the summer months are standard summer activities for many U.S. families. However, grilling can be a dangerous activity, causing some 6,000 fires (costing $35 million in property damages) yearly.
Quarterflash to Perform at Troon
Troon Vineyard set to host Wildlife Images benefit concert featuring 80s rock band, Quarterflash, June 18th at 5:30 pm
Tasting Room Etiquette – by Duane Bowman
I don’t intend to be some “Emily Post” of wine tasting but just to share a few do’s and don’ts that will enhance both your enjoyment and the enjoyment of those around you
Bike Polo at Bigham Knoll
Enjoy the fun sport of Bike Polo Mondays at 6pm at Bigham Knoll!
Chef Tim Keller Heads “Troon to Table”
Troon Vineyard announces an innovative culinary program, "Troon to Table," headed by Chef Tim Keller. Debuting Memorial Day Weekend...
JVille Elementary To Perform on Britt Stage Thursday, May 26
The talented kids at Jacksonville Elementary School will perform "Sleeping Beauty Kids" on May 26 on the Britt Stage...
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...