Union officials are going to bat for Talent’s newly out-of-work city recorder, contending he is being laid off in retaliation for his decision to unionize last year.

If you read last week’s column, you may recall my pledge to return to the heartwarming memoir I had mentioned written by Coralie Johnson, who lived more than a century ago in Illinois Valley’s Holland.

Grants Pass Police Department

The Wild Rivers Photography Club has named Bridget Cline as its photographer of the year for 2025-2026.

James Harbin Short, 70, of Cave Junction died on May 29, 2026, at his home. Arrangements with Illinois Valley Funeral Directors.

CONCERTS

“The common denominator is that we all get hungry,” says Chris Borgvansky, volunteer chef at St. Vincent de Paul’s kitchen in north Medford. Five days a week they serve free lunch to an average of 125 diners. It is a “no strings” meal, subject to only a few rules — no weapons or alcohol, you have to sit at a table while eating, be respectful to the volunteer servers, bus your own dishes, and wear appropriate clothing.

I received an email from Congressman Bentz, and this was my reply:

The Horny Goat has ambled over to a much bigger home and greener pastures where Elk once roamed.

ASANTE THREE RIVERS MEDICAL CENTER Read More »

Daily Courier

There have been many stressful events unfolding in our country lately. Regardless of individual politics, the near-daily news about the economy, global conflict and uncertainty is taking a toll.

June’s arrival brings a long list of “stuff to do” in the garden. And there doesn’t seem to enough time to do it all.

An award-winning short film exploring the sacred feminine, the goddess archetype in all faiths and their place in the modern world is being screened at a Grants Pass church next month. Read More »

With temperatures cooling and rain falling in the Rogue Valley, it seems like soup weather has arrived. Read More »