EAGLE POINT, Ore. — By many accounts the first well known observance of a Memorial Day type observance was in Charleston, South Carolina on May 1st of 1865. On May 5th of 1868, a call was made for an annual and nationwide observance on May 30th, because it did not fall on the anniversary of … Continue reading »
Out & About: Boatnik 2013
Boatnik in Grants Pass GRANTS PASS, Ore. — It’s a Memorial Day tradition in Josephine County bringing the together best in wet and wild activities. The 2013 Boatnik celebration is now officially underway. The carnival kicked off at Riverside Park, and continues through Monday. This afternoon you can play bingo or check out the refreshment … Continue reading »
Pet of the Week: Dallas
This Pet of the Week is Dallas. Dallas is a dog with a ton of energy and will need a lot of exercise. If you’re interested in adopting Dallas or another animal from the Jackson County Animal Shelter, they’re located at 5595 South Pacific Highway in Phoenix. Their phone number is 541-774-6654. Their hours are … Continue reading »
Dan’s Garden: Hanging Basket Help
NEAR JACKSONVILLE, Ore. — This is the time of year when beautiful hanging baskets are just about everywhere, but they can be expensive to buy. OSU Master Gardener Cicely Fleury has some tips for making your own. For more information, consult the OSU Master Gardeners Hotlines: Jackson County: 541-776-7371 Josephine County: 541-476-6613 Klamath County: 541-883-7131 … Continue reading »
Dan’s Garden: Bugs in your Garden
MEDFORD, Ore. — After dark, you may notice little pests roaming around in your gardens. As Marsha explains, in order to prevent your crops from being damaged, it’s important to know what type of bug is doing the feeding before you purchase the right product. For more information, consult the OSU Master Gardeners Hotlines– Jackson … Continue reading »
Taking Flight: A Sparrow’s Wings
MEDFORD, Ore. — A Southern Oregon school got the chance to meet its Sparrow for the first time today as the students wrap up this year’s involvement in Sparrow Clubs. This year, Rogue Valley Adventist Academy completed more hours of community service than there are students. 2-year-old Mateo Lopez is getting ready for only his … Continue reading »
Oregon Trails: Beatty Centennial
BEATTY, Ore. — This year marks the centennial hundredth anniversary of the founding of a small Klamath County town that may be a wide spot in the road today, but has a colorful history. “I think it was a bustling little town. What you had was three grocery stores. You had a lot of loggers, … Continue reading »
Pet of the Week: Lucille
These weeks furry feline is Lucille! Lucille is one of three kittens. She has a soft white coat and for this reason should be primarily an indoor cat. She is young and playful! Lucille is looking for a loving owner to care for her and show her affection. If you’re interested in adopting Lucille or … Continue reading »
Taking Flight: “Walk for Williams”
MEDFORD, Ore. — This weekend, you can lace up your tennis shoes to bring attention to a disorder only 1 in 10,000 people have. The “Walk for Williams Awareness Walk and 5k Run” is happening Saturday. The goal is to put “Williams Syndrome” in the spotlight. The genetic disorder comes with serious heart problems, developmental … Continue reading »
Heroin: Heating Up, Part 2
GRANTS PASS, Ore. — Heroin is attracting a wave of new, younger users. According to the National Institute on Drug Addiction, nearly half of young people who reported using heroin also said they tried prescription drugs. They started using heroin because it was cheaper and easier to get. One man who spoke with NewsWatch12’s Sharon … Continue reading »
