My View
Once Again…It’s the Volunteers! – by Whitman Parker
My View – June 2019
This summer, as you take in the ambiance and charm of Jacksonville, be sure and thank the countless volunteers that make this such a special town. […]
Fire in the Woods! – by Jacksonville Woodlands Association Board Members, Bob Budesa, Chris Johnson and Cliff Oakley
Guest View – May 2019
With fire season coming, the Review is pleased to present this guest column to spread extremely important community information. Please be on the lookout for more information […]
Ah, April – by Whitman Parker
My View – April 2019
With wildflowers in full bloom and the weather warming up, April is one of the nicest months in Jacksonville to get out and discover something new—on foot. Yes, I said on […]
Celebrate the Shamrock and So Much More! – by Whitman Parker
My View – March 2019
When it comes to fun and interesting things to do in Jacksonville, the month of March certainly comes in like a lion…and remains that way!
To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, the Chamber […]
Happy Year of the Pig – by Whitman Parker
My View – February 2019
Happy 2019—the Chinese New Year of the Pig! This month, we celebrate Jacksonville’s Chinese heritage with another sensational Chinese New Year celebration on February 9. Our good friends at the Southern […]
Happy Holidays, Jacksonville! – by Whitman Parker
My View – December 2018/January 2019
For this citizen-publisher, Christmas came early on November 6 at the very moment the Jackson County Elections Commission released the vote count on the meals tax. Thankfully, the ballot measure […]
An Attitude of Gratitude – by Whitman Parker
My View – November 2018
I’m pleased to bring you the Review’s first-ever “gratitude issue”—a celebration to showcase many of the incredible organizations that make Jacksonville such a unique and wonderful place to call home. Having […]
Don’t Ruin Jacksonville – by Whitman Parker
My View – October 2018
“I live in Rogue River and visit JV often. I love South Stage Cellars and the shopping. If this meals tax gets passed, I will no longer come to this darling […]
YES to Candidates, NO on Meals Tax
My View – September 2018
I’m pleased to announce that three outstanding citizens have applied to run for three open City Council seats. At press time just days before the filing deadline, the candidates are current […]
It’s Time for Teddy…and Wine! – by Whitman Parker
My View – August 2018
With August here, the Britt Hill comes alive with the sound of music—orchestral music produced by some of the finest classical musicians in the nation. One of the things making the […]