A campaign to recall two Josephine County commissioners was launched this week, chiefly opposing their leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Paperwork for a recall was filed with the County Clerk's office Thursday by four individuals targeting the two commissioners not up for reelection next year: Commissioners Dan DeYoung and Herman Baertschiger Jr. Read More »

After going scoreless in the third quarter, North Valley exploded for 21 points in a six-minute stretch of the final period to pull away for a 41-31 win over St. Mary's in Thursday's non-league girls' basketball game in Merlin.

Trailing 24-20 one minute into the fourth quarter, the Knights (1-1) got five baskets from five different players to begin a 21-5 run.

"We didn't hit any shots in the third, then we just kind of exploded," said North Valley assistant coach Tim Mohr. Read More »

December fun has begun.

GOING, GOING, GONE. Make a bid on unique items or experiences in the Rogue Winterfest virtual silent auction.

The auction opened Thursday. Bidding closes at

7 p.m. Sunday online at roguewinterfest.org.

Proceeds benefit three Josephine County mental health agencies. Read More »

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival is making a joyful noise. And prompting audiences to make an even more joyful one.

The festival, normally closed all winter, opened its first-ever holiday special on Saturday, the first indoor show in nearly two years.

And it's a hilariously mashed up comedy called "It's Christmas, Carol." Read More »