Herbert Rothschild: “Jeffrey LaLande doesn’t regard the uprising solely as the work of a would-be dictator. He knows that (like Trump) Llewellyn Banks drew upon a fund of grievances, both real and perceived.”
The author behind the just-released book “Nun Better: An Amazing Love Story,” will attend a launch event for the true story from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, March 24, at the Paschal Winery, 1122 Suncrest Road, Talent, according to a news release.
Review: “Briscoe is a dedicated reporter who knows he must get the shot, but he also knows that his fellow human beings are on the other side of his lens. The results are photos and words that have the soul of the photographer present as well as the soul of the people depicted.”
George Lakey, a noted civil rights activist with a long history of action on a number of issues, gave an upbeat message to two Ashland audiences Tuesday. Citing the experience of Nordic counties over the past century, he said current U.S. political polarization could potentially lead to a more just society.
Longtime activist, teacher and author George Lakey will give two talks during his visit to Ashland on Tuesday, March 7. Lakey will share stories and effective strategies included in his new book, “Dancing with History: A Life for Peace and Justice.”
Former record company executive turned publishing executive Rick Bleiweiss has found a third career as an author. The Ashland resident will read from his second Pignon Scorbion novel, “Murder in Haxford,” at 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 20, at Bloomsbury Books in Ashland.
On the evening of a day when the struggle to secure civil rights for all is front and center, Bloomsbury Books will host author Herbert Rothschild Jr. reading from his new book, “The Bad Old Days: A Decade of Struggling for Justice in Louisiana.” The book reading and signing is set for 7 to 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 16, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, at Bloomsbury Books, Ashland.
When prisoners yearn to start a new chapter in their lives or turn the page on unproductive behavior or attitudes, free books from Ashland can be just the catalyst they need.
The authors of a natural history book about the Klamath Mountains will discuss the geological feature at a free talk from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, at the Southern Oregon University Science Building, 1250 Ashland St., Room 151.
Jackson County Library Services’ officials will expand hours at the Ashland and Medford branches, with both set to be open seven days a week starting Thursday, Dec. 1.
Ashlanders and other Rogue Valley residents take part in a monthly video call with residents of Ukraine. Ivan Muts of Ukraine said during Friday’s call his country is grateful for all the support from the United States and other countries.
Obituary: Hermine “Helena” Louise Lentfer Sohl passed peacefully, surrounded by loving family on March 4, 2023 in Ashland. A celebration of her life will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, May 27, at Ashland Congregational United Church of Christ, 717 Siskiyou Blvd.
The federal government is sending nearly $50 million to Oregon nonprofits, counties and other entities to address homelessness, including $54,778 for Options for Helping Residents of Ashland (OHRA).
Semitrailers and other vehicles awaiting the reopening of Interstate 5 are lining the highway and some surface streets in Ashland on Tuesday. Southbound traffic on the road was diverted off the highway starting about 7 a.m. due to severe winter conditions in Northern California.
Training is available for those interested in helping others prepare tax returns, a free service offered by the AARP Foundation Tax Aide service currently offering help on Wednesdays and Fridays at The Grove in Ashland.
Pepper Trail: “This stretch of Interstate-5 in Southern Oregon is a known killing field for wildlife and dangerous for motorists. The highway cuts through a critical connection for wildlife moving between two mountain ranges and home to the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument, which is the only national monument specifically established for the protection of its rich biodiversity.”
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