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Diane Megaw

Diane Megaw is a veteran regional journalist at Daily Tidings, reporting across Southern Oregon and statewide developments from a Medford area lens.
Her coverage spans business and the economy, housing and labor, public safety and courts, with a focus on what policy and legal decisions mean for local communities.
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Crime & Courts

Oregon Corrections Department Puts 2 Officials On Leave Pending Investigation

Diane Megaw Dec 7, 2024

Amidst concerns about inmates' health care, the Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) put two high-ranking officials on paid administrative leave on Thursday pending an investigation. Oregon DOC Puts Senior Officials Dr. Warren…

News

$545K Southern Oregon NPO Community Grants Awarded

Diane Megaw Dec 6, 2024

The Oregon Community Foundation (OCF) has released its list of community grants for the 2024 Fall Cycle of Community Grants, and many Southern Oregon nonprofits are set to get a helping hand for their projects. Southern Oregon…

News

Douglas County Motorcyclist Dies After Car Makes Unsafe Turn At Dollar General

Diane Megaw Dec 6, 2024

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ore. — A crash turned deadly on Wednesday when an elderly driver turned into the Dollar General parking lot, crossing the path of a motorcyclist, who died at the scene. Reuban James Wiles Dies In Crash Near Glide…

Environment

Oregon Ecosystem Efforts Get $10M Federal Funding Boost

Diane Megaw Dec 6, 2024

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation's (NFWF) America the Beautiful Challenge has awarded $10,105,326 in federal funding to support four projects that enhance Oregon's ecosystem conservation and restoration efforts. America…

Politics & Elections

Republicans Criticize Oregon Governor’s Recommended Budget

Diane Megaw Dec 5, 2024

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek published her 2025-27 recommended budget earlier this week, but opponents have criticized the proposal. Oregon Recommended Budget 2025-27 Gov. Tina Kotek proposed government spending of $39.3 billion…

News

Ashland City Council Move To Extend Repeat Offender Ban To Ashland Street

Diane Megaw Dec 5, 2024

ASHLAND, Ore. — A first reading of the proposed new Enhanced Law Enforcement Area seeking to restrict repeat offenders was approved by the Ashland City Council on Tuesday. The expanded Law Enforcement Area will include Ashland Street…

Crime & Courts

Medford Police Arrest Six Shoplifters

Diane Megaw Dec 4, 2024

MEDFORD, Ore. — A recent statement by the Medford Police Department (MPD) indicates that six people were arrested in a targeted retail theft enforcement operation last month. Partnering with Kohls, MPD proactively stopped theft. A grant…

News

Ice And Fog In Jackson County: Perilous Roads Lead To 6 Crashes On Table Rock Road

Diane Megaw Dec 4, 2024

JACKSON COUNTY, Ore. — Law enforcement officers urged drivers to reduce speed and exercise extreme caution when traveling through the Rogue Valley area. The icy conditions across the country have led to several crashes, including six on…

Crime & Courts

Eagle Point Man Arrested After Knife Attack Arising From Money Dispute

Diane Megaw Dec 4, 2024

JACKSON COUNTY, Ore. — A 65-year-old man, Anthony C. Holzhauer, was arrested in Eagle Point on Sunday evening after he assaulted another man with a knife following a dispute about money. Eagle Point Man Injured In Knife Attack…

News

Low-Income Southern Oregon Residents Get Easier Access To Firewood Through UCAN Partnership

Diane Megaw Dec 3, 2024

The United Community Action Network (UCAN) has teamed up with two local firms to help residents in Douglas and Josephine counties have easier access to critical heating resources. The partnership aims to deliver wood logs to residents…

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