Cemetery Marker Cleaning Workshop – Saturday, July 19
If you are looking for a fun and interesting volunteer project, be sure to join us on Saturday, July 19 at 9:00am and learn how to properly and safely clean cemetery grave markers and memorials.
July Movie Night at Old City Hall – Friday, July 18th
July’s feature film is Who’s Minding the Store, a riotous comedy about a klutz who is given one job after another in a department store, each one designed to make him fail.
Saturday Evening Music at Hanley Farm Returns July 12
Saturday evening music at Hanley Farm returns this year, with The Bear Creek Band playing their blend of bluegrass and good times on July 12.
2014 Britt Woods Firehouse Run on July 12th!
Join dozens of local runners taking to the trails above the Britt grounds for the 13th-Annual Britt Woods Firehouse Run.
Storytelling Guild Presents 48th Annual Children’s Festival
You won’t want to miss the Storytelling Guild's 48th annual Children’s Festival at the Britt Festival Grounds in Jacksonville on July 12-14, 2014.
Special Day of Remembrance and Memorial Service
Special Day of Remembrance and Memorial Service, Monday, July 28—Please join us for this special day of Remembrance and Memorial Service to mark the 100th Anniversary of the beginning of World War I, also known as the Great War or The World War. During the event, a prayer service will be offered by Pastor Richard […]
Victorian Medical Practices Is a Theme of Jacksonville History Saturday
Learn about doctors, medicine, and health concerns in late 1800s Jacksonville when Historic Jacksonville, Inc. hosts “Victorian Medical Practices” from 12 noon to 4 pm on Saturday, July 12, at Jacksonville’s 1873 Beekman House. Located at 470 E. California Street, in Jacksonville, the Beekman House was home to one of Southern Oregon’s most prominent pioneers, […]
Calling All Candidates for City Council
If you’re considering running for one of 3 open seats in the November, 2014 election, NOW is the time to get started ...
Jacksonville’s 4th of July City Picnic
Celebrate 4th of July at Jacksonville’s 3rd-Annual City Picnic!
Mayor Paul Becker and the City of Jacksonville invite everyone to come out and celebrate July 4th on the Courthouse grounds from Noon until 3:00pm and enjoy complimentary hot dogs, buns, chips and bottled water. Picnickers may opt […]
Publisher’s Take on “Sign-gate”
On June 23, Jacksonville Mayor Paul Becker issued a proclamation regarding the use of “sandwich board” signs...
Officer Lupton Saves Family – Firefighters Save Neighborhood
At 1:00 am on Saturday, June 21, Jacksonville Police Officer Bill Lupton spotted a red glow...
Mayor Becker Issues Proclamation
On June 23, Mayor Paul Becker issued a “proclamation,” effectively permitting downtown business owners...
Tea Kettle Engine Returns Home
A 10-ton piece of Jacksonville history came rolling home on Saturday, June 14, when the Rogue River Valley Railroad...
Experience Life on the farm – at Hanley Farm that is!
Join in Rogue Valley Farm to School Summer Camps at Historic Hanley Farm.
“Taste of Summer” Rewind!
Jacksonville was THE place to be on June 7, 2014, as hundreds packed the streets for a day of fun at the annual Taste of Summer festival.
Britt Seeking Host Families in Jacksonville
Each summer Rogue Valley families open their homes and their hearts to music. Begun in 1963, the Britt Classical Festival host family...
Cemetery Marker Cleaning & Workshop June 21
Cemetery marker cleaning and workshops will resume on Saturday, June 21 from 9:00am until 12noon.
Movie Night at Old City Hall June 20
We couldn’t be more pleased to announce that June’s Movie Night feature is the wonderfully-joyous MGM production…
Carolyn Kingsnorth of Historic Jacksonville, Inc. on FiveOn5
Watch this video from FiveOn5 dated, June 5, 2014 - with Carolyn Kingsnorth of Historic...
Volunteers Tackle Last Minute Jobs on Britt Hill
An army of 70+ volunteers from the Britt Society descended on Britt Hill on June 8 for a day-long project...
History Saturday on June 14th Features Beekman House Quilt Show
Crazy quilt pillows made by Julia Beekman, a Victorian crazy quilt that once belonged to...
June 14th is Jacksonville History Saturday!
A 10am tour of Jacksonville’s pioneer cemetery will focus on “Art and Artists.” Town historian Larry Smith will offer...
Flag Day Celebration at Hanley Farm!
Put June 14 on your calendar and plan to join us for an old-fashioned lawn party at historic Hanley Farm...
Britt Staff Picks Rock…and Roll
This summer’s Britt season offers a diversity of live performances that create a sense of discovery and community...
Sunday Jacksonville Farmers Market Now Open for the 2014 Season!
Now in its fourth year, the Jacksonville Farmers Market has become a hit with locals who appreciate the freshest farm...
Macbeth at Crater Renaissance Academy
Murder, treason, love, suicide, battle, witches, and justice all in an hour and a half show, June 5th-7th with a matinee on Saturday...
Jville Elementary Musical Rescheduled for June 5!
Jacksonville Elementary School's presentation of The Jungle Book has been rescheduled for Thursday, June 5 at 7:30pm.
Search & Rescue Team Conducting Exercises in Downtown Jacksonville
On Friday, May 30, members of the Jackson County Search and Rescue Team will be...
Supreme Court Rules Against Jacksonville Protestors
From the Mail Tribune today, "The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Tuesday in favor of two Secret Service..."
Planning Department Closed May 29-30th
THERE WILL BE NO SUBMITTAL OR ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS OR PLANNING APPLICATIONS DURING THESE TWO DAYS.
Boosters 2014 Home, Garden and History Tour
It’s that time again!—Every two years, the Jacksonville Boosters Club presents its popular tour...
Cat Tidal Wave Early This Year
Due to a large influx of stray cats taken in at Jackson County Animal Services, the Shelter has already reached maximum capacity...
Britt Announces Schedule for New Performance Garden
The 2014 schedule for Britt’s new performance garden includes a variety of musical events, including concerts...
American Idol Live! Tour comes to Britt August 20th
Britt is proud to announce the addition of the American Idol Live! Tour to the 2014 lineup on Wednesday August 20...
Historic Cemetery Memorial Day Meet & Greet May 25 & 26
On Sunday, May 25 and Monday, May 26, volunteers will be in the cemetery to greet families and friends to assist in locating,,,
Planning Department Public Forum
The public is invited to one of two public forums with members of the City of Jacksonville Planning Department...
May Movie Night a Double Feature!
Movie night at Old City Hall is a DOUBLE FEATURE presentation with two outstanding films representing the detective genre...
Artist Cheryl D. Garcia at Red Lily Vineyard for Uncorked Barrel Tour
During the May 18, 2014 Spring UnCorked barrel tour in the Applegate Valley...
1932 Beekman House Living History Returns!
Beginning Saturday, May 17, Historic Jacksonville, Inc. is reviving the Beekman House 1932 Living History series...
Garden Club Spring Sale Mother’s Day Weekend!
This year, the Jacksonville Garden Club’s 29th-Annual Spring Sale is on Friday, May 9th and Saturday, May 10th...
Beekman House Opens Saturday, May 10
Historic Jacksonville, Inc. begins its 2014 season of events at Jacksonville’s 1873 Beekman House with Victorian themed...
Kid Day at Crater Rock Museum
Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend on Saturday, May 10 and learn everything you ever wanted to know about emeralds...
Spring Dance Recital at Crater Renaissance Academy
On May 9th and 10th, Crater Renaissance Academy is proud to present the 6th Annual Spring Dance Recital...
Letter Carriers “Stamp out Hunger” Food Drive set for May 10th
Jackson County residents are asked to "fill a bag, feed families" during Letter Carriers' Stamp Out Hunger Food...
City of Jacksonville Proposed Water Rate Increase
The City of Jacksonville recently had a new 20-year Water Master Plan written, addressing planning...
Planning Department – New Operating Hours Breakdown
In an effort to provide improved customer service, the Planning Department will be breaking down the hours that the office is open...
Blue Door Garden Store NOT Going Out of Business!
Business news can travel fast in a small town and at times can resemble a game of “telephone,” when at the end of the conversation the “news” is anything but the truth! Many of you have asked about Kay Faught’s business, Blue Door Garden Store, supposedly “going out of business.” The real story is that […]
Jacksonville Trolley Starts 2014 Schedule on May 5th
NEWS from the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce: The trolley will officially start it's 2014 schedule on Monday May, 5th.
Planning Department – New Operating Hours Breakdown
In an effort to provide improved customer service, the Planning Department will be breaking down the hours that the office is open...
Letter Carriers “Stamp out Hunger” Food Drive set for May 10th
Letter Carriers “Stamp out Hunger” Food Drive set for May 10th
JACKSON COUNTY – Jackson County residents are asked to “fill a bag, feed families” during the 22nd Annual National Association of Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive on Saturday, May 10, 2014 . Last year’s event collected 68,000 pounds of food to feed local […]