Mountain biking boom lifts Southern Oregon economy
When Jay Bowen began contemplating buying and reopening the Columbia Hotel in downtown Ashland, she realized something — mountain bikers are a huge part of the local economy.  Read More »

Rogue Valley set to rally in response to SNAP delay
In response to a pause in SNAP benefits amid the federal government shutdown, a group of local food aid organizations on Monday announced the launch of a new fund to support those in need in Jackson and Josephine counties.  Read More »

Roseburg company picked to launch homeless site in GP
The Grants Pass City Council voted 5-3 on Monday to disqualify Pathways to Stability from getting nearly $1.2million in homeless funding and to instead begin contract negotiations with Roseburg-based Elk Island Trading Group to launch a managed shelter with services. Read More »

Jackson DA sues state over early release of sex offender
MEDFORD — Jackson County is going up against the state to return a convicted child sex abuser back to prison. Read More »