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Oregon Farmers and Agricultural Groups Voice Concern About New Groundwater Rights
Farmers and agricultural groups are concerned about the Oregon Water Resources Department’s (OWRD) decision to update its rules for issuing new groundwater rights. Last year, an open letter issued on behalf of farm groups stated that the…
Oregon Funds Sewerage Projects As Foundation For New Housing Projects
Oregon lawmakers have allocated around $100 million to go directly to cities to improve sewer systems or upgrade aging infrastructure, both of which can stymie new housing projects. Gov. Tina Kotek, in her first days in office, indicated…
Petition To Oppose Ashland City Council’s $75 Million Water Infrastructure Loan
ASHLAND, Ore. — One of Ashland’s residents has initiated a petition to bring a loan of $75 million to upgrade the city's aging water treatment plant to a public vote. Dean Silver, in response to the city’s decision to approve the loan,…
Medford Charity Drive To Deliver Tiny Houses to Homeless Seniors In Jackson County
MEDFORD, Ore. — The first model tiny home, showcasing many tiny houses planned, has been purchased by the Joy Community, a feature of Set Free Services. The initiative seeks to deliver affordable senior housing to the older homeless…
Oregon To Benefit From Biden’s $8.5 Billion Computer Chip Plant Funding Plan Through Intel
Intended to increase the U.S.’s global share of advanced chip production from zero to 20%, the Biden administration has agreed to provide chip manufacturer Intel with up to $8.5 billion in direct funding, with an additional $11 billion…
Ashland Hills Hotel Sold To BHG Hotel Group Of Lake Oswego
ASHLAND, Ore. — In a press release, the owner of the Ashland Hills hotel, the Neuman Hotel Group (NHG), announced that the hotel has been sold to BHG. This does not end the involvement of NHG who will continue to manage the hotel under…
Helicopter Logging Will Rid Ashland Forest of Dying and Dead Douglas Fir Trees
ASHLAND, Ore. — The Ashland City Council has approved a helicopter logging project to remove dying and dead Douglas firs to safeguard recreational areas and protect the city from wildfires. On Tuesday night, Ashland Fire and Rescue…
Earn Cash for Property Wildfire Safety Measures
The Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM) will pay you $250 for taking incentives to safeguard your property against wildfires. 50 Areas Identified as High-Risk Wildfire Hotspots To curb the spread of wildfires in the coming weeks,…
Oregon Shakespeare Festival Opens its 2024 Season Today
ASHLAND, Ore. — The atmosphere in Ashland City today is one of buzzing excitement as the Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) stages its first drama of the 2024 season. The city is filling up with visitors, while residents and shopkeepers are…
Medford is Planning to Continue Providing Housing for Low and Middle-Income Earners
MEDFORD, Ore. — Medford City Council is investigating the best way forward to provide housing for low and middle-income earners. The project was discussed at a study session last week. City Council Plans Smooth Continuation of…