Ask Strider: A worried older brother asks our advice columnist’s advice. And a dog’s guardian wants to know if there is any hope getting their hat-hating dog to calm down. As always, Strider tries to give words that help!
Ask Strider: A reader wants to bring a smile to his wife’s face, and our advice columnist tackles this puzzle by suggesting a crossword invented by puzzle editor Steve Weyer just for Strider. What could be better?
Ask Strider: This column, the Dog About Town gives his perspective on what makes a great veterinarian — with an anecdote about what doesn’t. He is full of praise for veterinarians in general, as why wouldn’t he be?
Ask Strider: A reader is “tired and discouraged,” but Strider is there with a small suggestion. His own happy memories really relieve stress, and he’s so pleased another reader asked him about it.
Ask Strider: A reader is feeling really sad and is looking for some heartening words. Another reader is happy the way she is and wonders if that means she’s selfish. As always, Strider strives to do his best in supporting joy whenever possible.
Ask Strider: Our columnist answers a sad question about the toughest time in a dog guardian’s life, when their dog has come to the end of their life. Strider sympathizes fully, and tries to explain what a dog needs when that time to move on arrives.
Ask Strider: A reader needs advice on how to comfort an anxious loved one, so Strider asks the Old Cedar Tree for their thoughts on the subject. Another reader sends head skritches and hopes for treats to the Dog About Town, which our advice columnist totally appreciates!
Ask Strider: A reader takes issue with some of Strider’s advice, feeling it’s way too tolerant. Another reader wants a wedding her way. In both cases, the Dog About Town sees things differently. Still, he’s only a dog advice columnist! If his advice isn’t what you’re looking for, he points out there’s always the Washington Post.
Ask Strider: In this column, a reader wants to know what to do if they’ve been censored at the dinner table. And Strider shares a list of some of his favorite foods, even though he admits he doesn’t like sharing his food bowl.
Ask Strider: Two different readers want to know how to deal with unpleasant and unwanted commentary. As usual, the Dog About Town feels for them , offering support and counsel.
Hours after a federal judge blocked the Trump administration from mobilizing 200 Oregon National Guard troops in Portland, the federal government began sending California National Guard troops to Oregon. Gov. Tina Kotek said Sunday that she’s aware that 101 California troops arrived in Oregon via plane overnight and that more were on their way.
Kicked off by a “Wheely Fun Parade” and morning 10K, 5K and 1-mile races hosted by Southern Oregon Runners, the 54th annual Talent Harvest Festival brought thousands to the downtown core Saturday for a day of food, music and fun.
Three long first-quarter touchdown plays positioned No. 8-ranked Montana Western to run away with its first-ever road win against Southern Oregon, 40-20, in the teams’ Frontier Conference West Division opener on Saturday at Raider Stadium’s Laurel Field.
Fifty-seven horses and two donkeys currently are living out their lives in peace and comfort at Equamore Foundation’s sanctuary in an idyllic setting on Highway 66 just south of Ashland.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump from federalizing and deploying Oregon National Guard troops to Portland following a challenge from the state and the city of Portland.
The 54th annual Talent Harvest Festival — the city’s biggest event of the year — kicks off at 10 a.m. Saturday, featuring live music across six stages, family-friendly activities, and a “Wheely Fun Parade.”
(It’s free)
