Sherwood Malik, Logan Ponchart, Akasha Harris, Ramona Newman, Megan Tucker, Cory Davis, Matt Bohmker, Jack Egan, Jason Edinger. Chase Mason, Serenidy Grebisz, Landon Feight, Jeremiah Izzo, Brodey Rasmussen, Paige Paul, Ethan Medina, Daniel Logan, Curtis Beard, Rio Parenti and Kaylee Eades with Pricipal Danny Pratt (not in photographed order).
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2 dead on roads during weekend
On Oct. 8, 2022, at 6:37 p.m., the Josephine County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a motorcycle crash at the intersection of Lakeshore Drive and Thompson Creek Road. Prior to law enforcement arrival, the rider, Jacob Irison McNeil, 54, was transported by American Medical Response to Three Rivers Medical Center[Read More…]
Clearcutting vs. selective logging
Set against a backdrop of worsening fire seasons which scientists posit are fueled by the human-caused climate crisis, the clearcutting vs. selective logging debate rages on.There are conflicting views on how best to minimize the risk of catastrophic wildfires, and with each devastating conflagration that levels small communities or leaves[Read More…]
Acorn Fest!
Though other countries like Korea still have staples like acorn-based noodles and jelly, in most places people are only vaguely aware that acorns are edible unless they are taught how to process and cook them.Through her acorn processing class, Vautier realized that there was more interest in the local history[Read More…]
One alleged animal abuser still at large
Two Selma residents have been charged with multiple felony counts of animal abuse and theft, multiple misdemeanor counts of animal neglect and abandonment, and several marijuana-related crimes. While one of the individuals in question has emerged to face these charges, the other is nowhere to be found.On Sept. 21, the[Read More…]
Wildfire bill irks commissioners
Attorney Wally Hicks led the Board of Josephine County Commissioners through a legal counsel update Tuesday, Sept. 27 in the board’s conference room.JoCo Airports Director Jason Davis requested the board grant him power of attorney to pursue a project involving the Josephine County Animal Shelter’s septic system.“Just in case there’s[Read More…]
IVHS varsity volleyball loses but learns
The Illinois Valley High School varsity volleyball team faced off against the Bandon Tigers Sept. 27, bringing an abundance of energy and teamwork to the court. Athletic Director Erica Butler was the girls’ substitute coach, as their regular coach David Valenzuela was out sick. Although the team did their best[Read More…]
Crawlies with Cri: Female white-headed woodpecker (Dryobates albolarvatus)
This week’s crawly is a bird worth taking a road trip for. Meet the white-headed woodpecker (Dryobates albolarvatus).You don’t have to go on a road trip; they have been spotted in our area around Table Rock, Lost Creek Lake and over in Grants Pass and Cave Junction. However, you’ll have[Read More…]
Oregon gubernatorial candidates clash over guns, abortion
SALEM, Ore. (AP) — The three women who want to be Oregon’s next governor clashed Tuesday over gun control, abortions and other hot-button issues at an in-person debate, just six weeks before election day.Democratic nominee and former Oregon House Speaker Tina Kotek set the tone earlier Tuesday by tweeting a[Read More…]