Current news from the Jacksonville Review
Every year, dozens of caring businesses participate in the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Toy Drive program to brighten the lives of families here in the Rogue Valley. Last year, the Salvation Army provided gifts for over 2400 local children. This year, participating businesses will be collecting toys for Jackson County kids age 17 and under!
Thanks […]
Meet Summer Brendlinger, a clay artist who can teach you to perform feats of clay!
Summer recently became the resident ceramic artist at Talent Maker City, where her classes introduce beginners of all ages to the basic pottery skills of hand-building “pinch pots,” constructing forms from clay slabs, “throwing” vessels on the potter’s wheel, and decorating […]
One of Jacksonville’s time-honored traditions is the upcoming Victorian Christmas celebration, which runs November 26 – December 18.
During the festivities, locals and visitors in the historic downtown core are treated to strolling carolers in Victorian garb singing Christmas and holiday carols, presented by an all-volunteer group of local singers. After a two-year hiatus, the carolers […]
Every year in October, our quaint city is transformed into a haunted township. Bone-chilling apparitions and the spirits of frightening characters of yesteryear, return to play out their destiny again and again! The 30-minute trolley tour takes a light-hearted approach to local “hauntings” and features multiple sites throughout Jacksonville with special effects and period character […]
Greek mythology tells the tale of the phoenix, a magnificent bird that would build a nest in which to set itself on fire, whereupon a new phoenix would arise from the flames and ashes. It’s an apt metaphor for Clayfolk, a group of clay artists whose “nest” is in Southern Oregon and who have put […]
Over the past couple of years, your Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC) tasked with reviewing and updating the City’s Development Code has been hard at work carefully reviewing and revising the draft document. The project is a city initiative to clarify and improve regulations for development within the […]
JACKSONVILLE, OR – The Victorians created elaborate rituals around the passing of a loved one. Death was considered part of life’s texture, giving it essential meaning. Join Historic Jacksonville at the 1873 Beekman House Museum between 12n and 3pm on Saturday and Sunday, October 22 and 23, to explore how Jacksonville’s most prominent pioneer family […]
MEDFORD, OR — In its first full season since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the nonprofit Britt Music & Arts Festival declares its 60th Anniversary season a giant success. Britt thanks its patrons, members, business partners, media partners, artists, and fans for coming together to […]
Shooting Star Nursery’s Fall Celebration & Fundraiser for Outdoor Education is October 15, 11am-3pm. Come join your community for food trucks, kid’s crafts, silent auction, music, apple cider and other goodies to celebrate the arrival of fall weather and to show support for outdoor exploration after-school programs that get students back in nature!
For many of us, our introduction to Senate Bill 762 came in a letter from ODF outlining our risk assessment per tax lot. In Jacksonville, too often that risk was “High” or “Extreme”. People across the state had strong reactions to a […]
Three years ago, a select group of pioneers, lying in peaceful estate at the Jacksonville Cemetery, roused to enjoy the limelight and tell about their lives. Others have waited patiently for their chance to be heard. Now, a handful of residents from the Silent City on the Hill are free to speak, and believe me, […]
JACKSONVILLE’S EARLIEST FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS A HOOK AND LADDER, dating from about 1860, making it among the oldest in Oregon. Engine Company #1 is still running strong. Jacksonville citizens have much to be proud of in their historic town, and members of the community have a way of […]
Anne Brooke, founder and director of Art Presence, announced the artists’ group has hired Paula Bandy as its Executive Director. “It’s not only comforting to know, it is imperative to know, that we have the hired the very best and that our Gallery will continue to grow and prosper,” says Anne.
Bandy, who is very well-known […]
As Realtors in Southern Oregon for over 20 years, we have met hundreds of families moving into our area from out of state. We quickly become their “go-to” for advice on where to go, what to do, and how to enjoy our great outdoors. We quickly realized that our […]
On September 7, my parents, David C. Davis and Gannetta Ann Howell, will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary, and what a journey it’s been. My Mom is a pillar of strength, a two-time cancer survivor, with a strong faith in God. My Dad, has also had a few close calls, surviving a near death experience […]
Join us for our Second Annual Jacksonville-Applegate Rotary Poker Run on Friday, September 9, 2022, 3-7pm, or Saturday, September 10, 2022, 1-7pm!
Participants (Players) will simply purchase poker card(s) at any seven of the nine Jacksonville wine tasting rooms on Friday, September 9 or Saturday, September 10. Players will progressively play their hands at each winery […]
JACKSONVILLE, OR—No clothing style in history is as popular as Victorian Era fashion—although there was no single Victorian style, given that the Era is generally considered to have spanned over 50 years from 1837 to the late 1890s coinciding with the Industrial Revolution, a rising middle class, and the invention of the sewing machine. Join […]
August 15, 2022— Jacksonville Mayor Donna Bowen sent the following statement out today regarding funding cuts to the Chamber of Commerce. It reads as follows:
What Went Into The Jacksonville City Council’s Decision To Change The Amount Of Funding We Give For The Visitors Information Center?
After looking at the amount of money paid to the Visitors Information […]
If you ask residents what they enjoy most about living in our city, the answers are pleasantly varied. Some cite the small-town atmosphere or the presence of the Woodlands Trails system. Others cite Britt’s offering of world-class concerts or the proximity to area wineries. There are many reasons for Jacksonville’s broad […]
JACKSONVILLE, OR—After a “false start” in 2021, Historic Jacksonville, Inc. will again be opening the Beekman Bank, the oldest bank in the Pacific Northwest, to the public! We managed one 110-degree August weekend last year before the Bank’s HVAC died. Now with a new HVAC, we’re ready for business!
Scheduled 2022 “banking hours” are 11am to […]
Prepare with Pedro and the Red Cross, 5+ YRS
08/03/2022, 10:30-11:30am
Prepare with Pedro is a 45-minute emergency preparedness education program for grades K-2 that teaches students how to BE PREPARED and TAKE ACTION for either home fires or a local hazard. Kids will receive a storybook to be able to continue learning at home.
Lifting Up the […]
JACKSONVILLE, OR—Jacksonville’s “Walk through History” tours are back! At 10 a.m. every Saturday from May 28th through September 3rd, Historic Jacksonville, Inc. will be offering 1-hour guided walks through Jacksonville’s National Historic Landmark District. Participants visit government and commercial buildings, fraternal lodges, and homes that capture the stories of the people who transformed a gold […]
Oregon Wine Experience® is the region’s top charitable wine event, benefiting Asante Foundation. Located near Jacksonville, people from around the country will return this summer to this signature event. Hundreds of wineries come together to present the full breadth and depth of Oregon’s unrivaled wines, and chefs curate their fine culinary offerings, for attendees to […]
JACKSONVILLE, OR – July 2022– Jacksonville resident Al Lightman turned 100-years-old! Pioneer Village held birthday party for Lightman on July 13, 2022, at its campus in Jacksonville. Lightman was joined by other residents of the senior living community for the celebration.
About Pioneer Village: Located in historic Jacksonville, Pioneer Village specializes in Independent and Assisted Living in a […]
Confluence Clinic is excited to announce the opening of its Jacksonville location! Owned and operated by Kjell Moline, L.Ac., Confluence Clinic is a resource in helping to find solutions to a wide variety of chronic and difficult-to-treat conditions. Moline, who is an acupuncturist and master herbalist, has recently moved to Jacksonville with his wife, Erin, […]
Earthly Treasures: Rocks & Minerals
with Bugs-R-Us, 5+ YRS
07/06/2022, 3-4pm
Learn about the basic types of rocks, minerals, and fossils and how we use minerals in everyday life, such as in oils, plastics, salt, and more. Oregon geology is highlighted and participants will receive free rock samples to add to their collections.
Why Natives? Seven Steps to Restoring […]
Take a seat and enjoy a pleasant ride through Jacksonville while learning fun facts and interesting highlights about our local history. Tours last approximately 45 minutes and are meant to be enjoyed by all ages. Private tours are also available by reservation. For more information, visit jacksonvilleoregon.org or call 541-899-8118.
Tour pick-up and drop-off is available […]
It’s that time of year to take in the scenes and scents of lovely lavender farms right here in Jacksonville’s backyard. Treat yourself by visiting any or all six local lavender farms on the Southern Oregon Lavender Trail, who are happy to welcome you and yours for Lavender Festival Weekend, July 15-17. Each […]
Every day I ponder the precarious nature of life on earth. We are in deep trouble. Smoky skies increase each summer. Ponderosa after Ponderosa succumbs to pine beetles. Drought deepens. With each death my heart grows heavy.
From October to May I breathe deeply as […]
Art Presence seeks a new EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. This is a leadership role and our first paid position. The successful candidate would manage a fine art gallery, gift shop, and education program 20 hours per week. They need a strong interest in the creative arts and the ability to work closely with the Board, communicating effectively […]
There’s no better place than Southern Oregon to take in the scenes and scents of lovely lavender farms. This year, six local lavender farms on the Southern Oregon Lavender Trail are happy to welcome visitors to their annual Lavender Festival Weekends, June 24-26 & July 15-17. Each farm specializes in different lavender and aspects of […]
Across the nation, faith communities are increasingly engaging in climate action. These efforts are varied, ranging from concerted efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to providing support to frontline communities, framed from an ethical or spiritual perspective. Join us to hear an overview of faith-based climate action underway in Oregon and elsewhere and discuss how Southern […]
Medford, Ore., June 7, 2022 — Following last year’s appearance on NBC’s popular singing competition “The Voice,” dynamic modern gospel singer and songwriter Jershika Maple will do two concerts this summer in Medford. Presented by DANCIN Vineyards & Winery, 4477 South Stage Rd., the shows […]
For the first time in two years, Asante Foundation’s signature event, Oregon Wine Experience® (OWE), is back and bigger than ever. Be part of this unique celebration…as a volunteer!
Join in on the fun and give back to the cause through hundreds of volunteer opportunities available this August! All levels of experience are welcome, whether you […]
In June 2019, partners Luke Ruediger and Suzie Savoie hiked nearly 200 miles through the wildlands of the Siskiyou Crest, starting on the Pacific Crest Trail at Interstate 5 near Siskiyou Summit on the western edge of the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument above Ashland, Oregon, and ending 10 […]
JACKSONVILLE, OR –Mind your manners! Join Historic Jacksonville, Inc. on Saturday, May 21, 2022, at the 1873 Cornelius C. Beekman House Museum when we kick off a 2022 season of “Victorian Days” tours with a lesson in “Victorian Etiquette.” This “mannerly” opening is the first in a series of monthly tours that allow guests to […]
Brian and Kathleen Dunn have just completed a major renovation of the historic Kubli House at 305 S. Oregon Street. Beginning this month, the 160 year old landmark will be operating as a short-term vacation rental under its new name “Kubli Haus.” Through much planning, Brian and Kathleen have reformatted the internal layout to create […]
This year’s Oregon Wine Experience (OWE) will be held from August 17-21…and it has a new home! Stephen Gambee, an owner/partner of Stage Pass, and Andrea Reeder, Vice President and Executive Director of Asante Foundation, sat down with the Review to share this exciting news. This year, the Oregon Wine Experience will be held at […]
Editors Note: The Review received the following letter and wanted to share this heartwarming story as told by Ed Owens.
Greetings—I am writing you to share a great story that I feel others should know and read about. In short, Joe from Carefree Buffalo connected me with a local […]
Michele Brown-Riding was an amazing person with vision, passion, commitment, and dedication to the City of Jacksonville. Michele passed away on June 22, 2021. She was involved in Jacksonville’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) as Coordinator with responsibility for basic and ongoing training for CERT members, coordinating callouts, tracking volunteer hours, collaborating with other Rogue […]
JACKSONVILLE, OR – Beginning Friday, May 13, Historic Jacksonville’s Haunted History walking tours are back! Guests will be introduced to some of the town’s historic buildings along with the restless ghosts and spirits who still occupy them. Costumed guides will share notable tales of woe, sorrow, and regret on the second Friday of each month […]
Members of the Jacksonville-Applegate Rotary Club are holding a “Sip & Q” fundraising event on May 22, starting at 4:30pm at Rellik Winery, 970 Old Stage Road, Central Point.
The event features BBQ, wine, beer and lots of refreshments plus a silent auction and a live auction with lots of interesting items to bid on and […]
Jacksonville’s Wildfire Community Preparedness Day is Saturday, May 7, 2022, from 9am-2pm, in the D Street Parking lot. Residents of Firewise neighborhoods may bring branches and other vegetation to be chipped and disposed of by the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF). Two dumpsters will be available, one for small vegetation debris, and one for debris […]
The Jacksonville Garden Club will hold its annual Spring Sale on Saturday, May 7, from 10am-3pm, in the alcove next to the Post Office on Oregon Street. Get ready for Mother’s Day or treat a family member or friend to a delightful surprise with beautiful bouquets and arrangements created from fresh-cut local flowers, made to […]
MEDFORD, OR — Britt Music & Arts Festival is excited to announce several more concerts for the 60th Anniversary Britt Presents season, adding more music and comedy performances to the previously announced lineup. This is the final announcement for the 2022 Britt Presents season, bringing the total number of concerts to 28. The announcement introduces […]
Congratulations to the new owners of WillowCreek Gifts. In mid-March, Daniel Root and Emma Myers purchased WillowCreek Gifts from Jo Parker. When Jo realized she couldn’t operate the shop at her high-energy-level after back surgery, she went looking for an enthusiastic buyer for her beloved shop. As luck would have it, she found the perfect […]
The Jacksonville Garden Club’s annual Spring Sale will be held in downtown Jacksonville on Saturday, May 7, 2022, 10am-3pm, in the alcove next to the Post Office on Oregon Street. Club members will create lovely arrangements from fresh-cut spring flowers in a range of prices—for Mother’s Day or a nice gift to yourself or a […]
Celebrate the merry month of May! Jackson County Master Gardeners are returning this spring to support pollinators and gardeners at a six-vendor native plant sale sponsored by Pollinator Project Rogue Valley on Sunday, May 1, from 10 am to 4 pm.
Vendor plant lists will be available on April 24 for advance planning at https://www.pollinatorprojectroguevalley.org/native-plant-sale-for-the-pollinators.
Plants […]
Linda and Tony Kilcollins of Jacksonville know a thing or two about fun…and wine. Linda says the local wine-lovers group, affectionately dubbed, “Pour Choices,” started in 2018, and has been going strong ever since. The group meets once a month for blind tastings, with ever-changing varietals featured each month. She says, “The majority of our […]
APRIL 19-22, 2022, 10am to 5pm, Stop by Pioneer Village at 805 N. 5th Street in Jacksonville to pick up your FREE tree sapling to plant in honor of Earth Day!
Join us on Friday, April 22, at 1 pm, as we plant a tree & award the cascade nursery gift card! Guests are entered to […]