In a process that remains somewhat shrouded in secrecy, a temporary board of Josephine County elected officials on Thursday narrowed down applicants for two vacants seats on the Board of Commissioners from 37 to five.

When I was an unruly child living along Waters Creek near Wonder some 70 years ago, I couldn’t wait for a winter snowstorm so I could run outside and build a snowman.

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Dennis R. Turco, 71, passed away at home on January 12, 2026 in Veneta, Ore. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Diane, daughter Holly, and two grandchildren. Arrangements entrusted to Musgrove Family Mortuary. Please access the obituary at alltogetherfuneral.com.

Photographer Garry Bagula’s “The Cloud,” was named the Wild Rivers Photography Club’s image of the month for February.

Master Gardener talks spring garden prep

It’s early February and the numbers aren’t looking very good. As of last Wednesday when this column was written, Grants Pass had recorded just 12.56 inches of rain since the start of the “wet season” which began Sept. 1. On average, we typically have received 18.52 inches by Feb. 4.

Kudos to Vickie Aldous and the Daily Courier for the recent article on salary proposals related to nonrepresented Grants Pass employees. The article conveys that the City Council could limit salary comparisons solely to nearby jurisdictions in Southern Oregon. I agree and think there are two primary benefits if the City Council decides on this option.

If you’re in the tourism business or connected to it, Travel Southern Oregon has something to put on your calendar.

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Something better than chocolate for Valentine’s Day? How about something chocolate you made yourself for your sweetheart or family?

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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 »