NEAR JACKSONVILLE, Ore. – Planting for pollinators is a way of gardening to get the most bang for your buck. “Pollinators” are creatures like bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and ladybugs. Some plants that attract pollinators are herbs like basil and cilantro, or flowers like the Pin Cushion Flower, which butterflies love. For more information, consult the … Continue reading »
Stroke Survivor to Run Half-Marathon
MEDFORD, Ore. — Running a marathon is a challenge for the average person, but for one local woman it will mean even more. That’s because just months ago, Rocio Mendoza suffered a stroke. The 25-year-old is also a nurse at Providence Medford Medical Center. She says she suffered a stroke in September after a run. … Continue reading »
Dan’s Garden: Composting Advice
NEAR RUCH, Ore. — OSU Master Gardener Rhianna Simes shares tips with Dan Pope on how to compost. For more information, consult the OSU Master Gardeners Hotlines: Jackson County: 541-776-7371 Josephine County: 541-476-6613 Klamath County: 541-883-7131 Curry County: 541-247-6672
Oregon Trails: Lake of the Woods
LAKE OF THE WOODS, Ore. — Now that May is here, many people’s thoughts of outdoor recreation turn to camping and outdoor activities at mountain lakes in our area. One of the most popular mountain lake resorts in Southern Oregon is also one of the oldest. Fresh in a coat of new red paint, chairs … Continue reading »
Out and About: May 3, 2013
An Evening on Broadway at Randall Theatre in Medford Pull back the curtain and get a look at what happens behind the scenes of a Broadway show. “An Evening on Broadway” at the Randall Theatre of Medford brings you all the backstage drama. This is the world premiere performance of an original story paired with … Continue reading »
Pet of the Week: Kittens
Here are two cute kittens who have been spayed and are ready to be adopted. The shelter calls them Skittles and Jelly Bean. If you or someone you know is interested in adopting these kittens or a different type of cat, contacts the Committed Alliance to Strays (CATS). They can be reached at 541-779-2916 and … Continue reading »
Dan’s Garden: Blossom End Rot
MEDFORD, Ore. — It’s the time of year when gardeners are sprucing up the outdoors and planting flowers and shrubs, but there’s also a possibility of what’s called blossom end rot. The video above shows the warning signs of a fairly common problem and how to prevent it. For more information, consult the OSU Master … Continue reading »
Taking Flight: Sparrow’s Sponsors
GRANTS PASS, Ore. — A 5-year-old girl battling cancer, is getting a lot of support from a Southern Oregon school, as well as a business. South Middle School in Grants Pass adopted Chloe Davison as their Sparrow. That adoption was made possible by several sponsors, including Southern Oregon Elmer’s. For the Hopkins, representing Southern Oregon … Continue reading »
Sustainable Table: Picking a CSA
MEDFORD, Ore. — The growing season has started and local produce is once again arriving at stores and farmers markets’. In fact, there are lots of ways to get local food on your table. There are more than a dozen Community Supported Agriculture programs in Southern Oregon. They are more commonly called CSA’s and they … Continue reading »
