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New Pastor Joins Jacksonville Presbyterian Church
In January, Dustin Jernigan joined the community as the new lead pastor of Jacksonville Presbyterian Church. “We had never heard of Jacksonville, Oregon,” says Dustin when telling the story of how he and his wife, […]
Coffee Shop has New Owners!
Annette McGregor recently sold her beloved “Forty Five Coffee” shop which is now called “Cerberus Coffee.” New owners Cody Gordon and Kristina Marie bring their shared passion for good eats, good sips, and good company […]
Step into the Unique World of Ganjes
For Everything from Fine Linens to Classic Sodas
When you step through Ganjes’ old wooden front door, you may find yourself in an exotic marketplace full of colorful linens. Or back in time with an old-fashioned […]
Welcome Poets on the Loose
Watch out Jacksonville for poems that will be drifting your way on Saturday, April 13 in downtown, starting at high noon. April is National Poetry Month and was created in 1996 to spotlight poetry. Since […]
Spark of Discovery Alive and Well at Pickety Place Antiques & Collectibles – by Peggy Dover
“When most people come in and start looking around they say, ‘“Oh, this reminds me of my grandmother’s house, or my mother used to have this,’” says Margaret Barnes, one of four partners of Pickety […]
Come Greet Springtime at Hanley Farm!
The Family Nurturing Center’s Farm and Food Program and the Southern Oregon Historical Society will co-host Sundays in Spring 2019 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 7 and 14, and May 5 and […]
2nd Britt Music & Comedy Announcement Brings More Musical Variety This Summer
JACKSONVILLE, OR — With its second season announcement for 2019, Britt Music & Arts Festival is adding a variety of popular music artists to the summer Music & Comedy line-up with several returning artists and […]
Mayor Urges Support of Randall Theatre
I wear several hats. One as your Mayor which has priority over all others. Another hat is the “movie guy.” The third is Randall Theatre board member. That’s the hat I’m wearing as I write […]
One-Day Living on Your Land Conference
Every year, the Land Steward Program at the Southern Oregon Research and Extension Center holds a one-day conference offering up to 28 classes on subjects of interest to landowners. This year, the Living on Your […]
(Track) Field of Dreams
The Ruch Country Store has been helping dreams come true for students at Ruch School for many years. Last fall, store owners, Craig and Amber Hamm, pitched-in once again with a community fundraiser that’s now […]