EAGLE POINT — When most of the historic Butte Creek Mill burned down during a fire on Christmas Day in 2015, no one knew whether the mill that was a fixture in Eagle Point since 1872 would rise again from the ashes.

Evergreen Elementary School in Cave Junction went into lockdown on Wednesday morning after receiving a phone threat, and Josephine County sheriff’s deputies went to the school, the sheriff’s office said.

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Dona Butler passed away peacefully in Olympia, Wash., on April 26, 2026.

So, Mr. West wants my vote for him to attain a position he’s held previously, but was recalled due to his unsatisfactory work for the people of Josephine County.

May Day is known as Lei Day in Hawaii, a cultural tradition celebrated on May 1 honoring the art and heart of lei-making and lei-giving.

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“The enumeration in the Constitution of certain rights shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.” That’s the Ninth Amendment. It has never been interpreted by the United States Supreme Court. It is time to give it the substance it deserves.

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

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Sunday is Mother’s Day and every mom deserves a treat. And our chefs have some ideas.

I have been writing about the medical benefits of partner dancing for over 15 years. Research has consistently shown its value in conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, traumatic brain injury, and Parkinson’s disease.

April is almost over but it seems that the early spring garden chores are just getting going.

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 »