Soon-to-retire Jefferson Public Radio’s classical music director Don Matthews: “I’m most proud of expanding the conversation to include contemporary composers of color and women composers. … I put Florence Price right up next to Beethoven.”
Catty Corner: From having better manners to enjoying a live-in playmate, older cats can be the best choice for some adopters. Learn why an adult cat can make the perfect companion (whether you have a busy household or a mellow one) and why two cats are always better than one.
Psilocybin facilitator Taylor Cathcart: “For me, it was the first time I had experienced the concept of interconnectedness. This is a prevalent theme in psychedelia in general, but in particular with psilocybin.”
The number of Southern Oregonians diagnosed with terminal illnesses who ended their lives by taking a doctor-prescribed combination of lethal drugs rose by six cases in 2023, up 30% from the year prior.
The Monday, April 1, a study session will be held jointly between Ashland Parks & Recreation commissioners and Ashland city councilors in order to review the city’s contracted Diversity, Equity and Inclusion report. During the Tuesday, April 2, City Council meeting, council will vote on the second reading of the new telecommunication’s ordinance.
Around 50 people flowed in and out of the Rogue River Room at Southern Oregon University Thursday evening to ask questions and voice opposition to a new cell tower proposed for the university Science Building at 1250 Ashland St.
The Japanese Garden in Lithia Park will close for maintenance on the koi pond for half of April. The garden will close Tuesday, April 2, and is expected to reopen around April 15, or “as soon as maintenance concludes,” according to a release from Ashland Communications Officer Dorinda Cottle.
Jackson County voters this November could be asked whether they support the creation of a special district that would provide a permanent funding source for Jackson County Animal Services. If approved by voters, the measure, which would assess 15 cents per $1,000 of assessed property value, would fund the construction of a new county animal shelter and offices — a project estimated to cost just under $15 million — as well as ongoing operating costs.
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Jeff Dahle; Amid the popularity of outdoor pursuits in the region like mountain biking, water-based recreation and exploring an exceptional trail system, it is crucial for the city to … establish itself as the ultimate hub, or “base camp” for outdoor adventurers.
At just 21 years old, Ashland native Brooklyn Williams is stepping into her biggest role yet — the lead in Oregon Cabaret Theatre’s adaptation of “The Nutcracker and the Mouse King,” playing through Dec. 31.
A women’s singing group with member from the 27 Ukrainian families now taking refuge in Ashland will perform at a benefit concert Dec. 14.
The Trump administration will require that homeless service providers force people to receive behavioral health treatment in order to access long-term, federally supported housing, a move that could mean organizations across Oregon would have to choose between receiving federal dollars or state dollars — but not both.
A local artist who arrived in Ashland three years ago is having his first solo art show at the White Rabbit gallery in downtown Ashland. Micah Blacklight has been waiting for the chance to show the personal perspective of an injustice he has witnessed over decades.
This year marks the 10th annual Thanksgiving Community Peace Meal and the First Presbyterian Church of Ashland has offered to share their space with the community. SOJWJ is lining up volunteers and cooks, as well as those who can give financial support. They are expecting to feed more than 300 people.
Ashland has been approved for a federal loan of up to $73 million to replace its 76-year-old water treatment plant, the Environmental Protection Agency announced Thursday. The low-interest financing will allow the city to draw funds as construction progresses.
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