My View
A Lasting Legacy – by Whitman Parker
My View – September 2020
Congratulations to Mayor Paul Becker, who just received the Oregon Mayor’s Association “Leadership Award” for a medium-sized city. Dating back to 1993, the award recognizes the invaluable contributions made by mayors […]
We – by Frank De Luca
Special Guest My View – August 2020
We
When my country ‘tis of thee
Becomes my country ‘tis of me
We all suffer
When sweet land of liberty
Fills with bitterness between you and me
We all lose
Where opinions give us pride
Understanding […]
Cautiously Optimistic 2.0 – by Whitman Parker
My View – July 2020
In last month’s column, “Cautiously Optimistic,” I was admittedly nervous about the “reopening” of our local economy and wasn’t sure if the good news on the Covid-19 front would last very […]
Cautiously Optimistic – by Whitman Parker
My View – June 2020
After a two-month print hiatus, it’s great to get back to semi-normal life with this “recovery/re-HOPE-ening” issue. Like you, the corona virus has changed my life and nothing will ever be […]
Gone Viral…
My View – April 2020
Due to the disruption caused by the coronavirus crisis and the havoc it’s created, I’ve opted to publish the Jacksonville Review as a digital-only issue this month. If you’re reading this, […]
Changing of the Season… and Guard – by Whitman Parker
My View – March 2020
As we head full speed into another glorious Southern Oregon spring, the air is abuzz with energy and optimism. With daylight increasing daily and Jacksonville awakening from its winter nap, town […]
Cover-ing Jacksonville! – by Whitman Parker
My View – February 2020
It’s such a pleasure to live in a town that knows how to celebrate the little things in life and throw a party and a parade to commemorate its cultural heritage! […]
Happy Holidays, Jacksonville! – by Whitman Parker
My View – December 2019/January 2020
As I write this column, the holidays are fast-approaching and our little town is being decked-out for the festivities. Before we know it, the lights and garland will be lit […]
With Gratitude – by Whitman Parker
My View – November 2019
When one thinks of November, the Thanksgiving holiday and “counting one’s blessings” is always in the mix. For me, this makes it a good time of year to publicly thank our […]
What are YOU Grateful For? – by Whitman Parker
My View – October 2019
The most rewarding aspect of publishing the Review is meeting and working with extraordinary people who make this community special. On a daily basis, I work with our contributors and civic […]