Bernadette E. Ontong
Bernadette E. O. is a Daily Tidings staff writer covering Southern Oregon community life across the Medford metro, including arts and culture, local events, outdoor recreation, and regional history. She also reports practical civic updates that affect day to day life, from weather advisories and local institutions to consumer and business developments. She previously worked at The Stranger.
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News
Ashland’s Historic Lithia Water Fountain Could Face Permanent Shut Off
The renowned lithia water fountains in Ashland's downtown plaza were closed more than a month ago. Ashland might find itself permanently losing access to this source of…

Crime & Courts
Judge Finds in Favor of Medford City: Camping Ordinances are Constitutional
A federal judge found that Medford's time-place-manner camping ordinances are constitutional. The judge cited that the city's response to the homelessness crisis differs…

News
In a New Farm Bill, Oregon Senators Call for Drought Relief
Senators from Oregon are calling on the federal government to do more to bring aid to its drought-stricken agricultural community.

News
Land Swap Agreement Signed For a New Football Indoor Practice Facility in Eugene
Two years after the announcement of plans for Oregon’s new indoor football practice facility, it is finally on a formal timeline for construction.

Events
SOU Music Recital Hall Will Feature Portland Opera Couple in a Wide-Ranging Show
Jocelyn Clare Thomas and Zachary Lenox will sing the song “One Hand, One Heart” from their hearts when they perform on Sunday, February. 18, in their “The Meaning of…

News
Southern Oregon Homelessness Summit Will Examine Causes And Possible Remedies
The homeless crisis in Southern Oregon is a growing concern. In order to address this, a day-long summit will discuss the causes of homelessness. Speakers will address…

News
The Steiner Log Church Took Over 40 Years to Restore and is Now Open for Tours
The Steiner Log Church was built in the 1930s. It took the owner, Mike Gudge, over 40 years to restore this historic building. This process included transporting the…

News
Portland Takes the Top Five Spot on the List of the Most Walkable Cities in America
A new report that researched the walkability of American destinations ranked Portland, Oregon, in the top five of most walkable cities. It was given the fifth spot as…







