The ice rink fiasco is an injustice done to our town and all the visitors who had planned on visiting it during its operation.
Someone in the city really messed up and should be let go. This is inexcusable. Really, a backboard for a basketball court? Replace it and get on with what really matters to our city.
Let’s get on to what are major issues for our citizens. How petty! Does everyone on our city’s payroll have a hidden agenda? We are supposed to work together.
Frustrated.
Jim Green
Ashland
Nancy Dahl: When I read about the hospital’s closing of services, I couldn’t help but wonder if the facility might provide an opportunity for Kaiser to expand to the Medford area.
Diane Williams: It seems like a significant tragedy to suddenly potentially terminate the careers of some providers and staff as well as to leave two-thirds of the hospital empty.
Sal Edwards: Senator Golden, it is time for you to step aside, to preserve your honor. It is time for the next crop to have their turn.
Delores Nims: I respectfully ask state Sen. Jeff Golden, who would turn 80 by the end of a third Senate term, to retire after this term and let a younger generation take the helm.
Nancy Dahl: When I read about the hospital’s closing of services, I couldn’t help but wonder if the facility might provide an opportunity for Kaiser to expand to the Medford area.
Recent federal policy changes have weakened fair housing protections nationwide that disproportionately impact minorities, immigrants and rural residents, according to advocates. Oregon has moved to add protections.
Dr. John Maurer: It is my profound sense of community loss that prompts me to pen this article. Please let me know how the loss of our hospital impacts you…. I’m sure it’s a lot more than the inconvenience of driving 12 miles to Medford for your care.
This week’s mini features several local entries. Solve it in your browser or download and print. More info about minis: FAQ: Mini. Next Friday’s crossword: Canine Capers #04
Federal immigration agents arrested at least 1,100 people in Oregon this year, immigration experts estimate — a surge from the 113 arrests recorded in all of 2024. In August, the Trump administration said it would “come after” states like Oregon with laws preventing local law enforcement from coordinating with federal immigration officials
The Historic Ashland Armory is setting up an end-of-year celebration, Elevation New Year’s Eve, to remember with eight local DJs from across the state and Washington performing on two different stages on two different floors and bringing electronic music into the new year.
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