Gov. Tina Kotek declared drought emergencies in Jackson County and five counties in Eastern and Central Oregon on Thursday.

It all began when friend George Sexton recently loaned me a book to read, knowing full well I would appreciate both the topic and the writer’s skill.

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It is with great sadness we announce that Ida Elizabeth Riley-Newman passed away at the age of 92 on April 12, 2026, with her family surrounding her. She will be greatly missed by her daughter Joy (Jim) Murray, and her son, Gary (Janice) Riley, both of Grants Pass, as well as well as six grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

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The Daily Courier has reported straight the politics and problems here, and I’m grateful. We know more. We will change. Thank you, Scott Stoddard, and your immensely capable staff.

A recent trip to the local growers market revealed lots of spring vegetables — asparagus, greens, radishes, mushrooms, to name a few.

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

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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.

It’s just mid-April, but with predictions of a long, hot summer ahead, things could be dismal for unprepared gardeners and those living in rural areas who depend upon well or creek water for irrigation.

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 »