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Crawlies with Cri: Pinyon Jay
Pinyon Jay (Gymnorhinus cyanocephalus) Fun fact: Oregon is home to nine species of corvid (crows, ravens, jays). We’ve met several species so far, and this week’s crawly is a jay you may not have heard of. Meet the pinyon jay (Gymnorhinus cyanocephalus).Pinyon jays may be one of Oregon’s best kept[Read More…]
An IVHS Alumni blast from the past
This year’s Illinois Valley High School Alumni Weekend from June 30 to July 2 brought with it several special events and surprises. IVHS graduating classes from years ending in 3 and 8 flooded local businesses with smiles and hugs, allowing themselves the opportunity to catch up with old friends and[Read More…]
From the mayor’s desk: Meadow Martell
It’s been a while since my last letter. I spent seven days on the Wild and Scenic Rogue River. I am grateful that we live in an amazing place with so many outdoor opportunities. Hot sunny days are here so be safe out there and be extra cautious about increased[Read More…]
NCAA committee recommends dropping marijuana from banned drug list for athletes
Michael MarotAP Sports Writer INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — An NCAA panel is calling for the removal of marijuana from the organization’s list of banned drugs, suggesting that testing should be limited to performance-enhancing substances.The proposal released Friday from the Committee on Competitive Safeguards and Medical Aspects of Sports would mark a[Read More…]
Letters to the editor
Illinois Valley News welcomes letters to the editor.Please e-mail them to laura@theivnews.com POLICY ON LETTERS:‘Illinois Valley News’ encourages letters to the editor provided they are legible and not libelous or scurrilous. All letters must be signed, including name, address and telephone number. The latter need not be published, but will[Read More…]
Save the date
July 6**Thursdays Concerts in the Park , see ad on A-12 July 10**C. J. Aglow for the 2nd & 3rd week of July 10 & 17 Tony Amida is our speaker. Worship leader is Mark Solaves. Tony will be moving, we’re wanting to enjoy his ministering as much as possible[Read More…]
Jail medical to be overseen by Public Health
On June 21, the Board of Josephine County Commissioners adopted not one, but two supplemental budgets, the first pertaining to the expiring 2022/23 fiscal year, the second to the incoming 2023/24 fiscal year.For anyone who needs a refresher, a supplemental budget consists of unforeseen expenses or revenues that an organization[Read More…]
Another grow gets weeded by JMET
Josephine Marijuana Enforcement Team arrested 38-years-old Andres Guizar Contreras during a raid in the 3000 block of Waldo Road Wednesday, June 21.Charges filed are unlawful possession of marijuana, unlawful manufacturing of marijuana and unlawful appropriation of waterJMET with the assistance of Rogue Area Drug Enforcement and Josephine County Public Health[Read More…]
Morgan recaps 2023 legislative session, funds for IVFD included
SALEM, Ore. – The Oregon House of Representatives raced against the clock Sunday to finish the 2023 Legislative Session. Per the Constitution, the Legislature needed to adjourn Sunday before midnight.Representative Morgan helped pass legislation that will benefit the people of House District 3.