Cities growing more reliant on utility fees
When residents of Rogue Valley cities open their monthly utility bills, they’re increasingly finding fees tacked on for services like parks, police and firefighters that have nothing to do with water or sewer systems. Read More »

Grants Pass City Council adopts policy on prayer
In order to continue having prayers at the beginning of meetings but avoid a potential lawsuit, a Grants Pass City Council majority adopted a new policy to issue public, open invitations for people who belong to established congregations to deliver opening invocations, which can include prayers. Read More »

Ashland residents to vote on utility fee issue with measure (Election 2026)
ASHLAND — On Nov. 3, Ashland residents will vote on whether the city government should seek their approval before increasing or adding fees on utility bills that aren’t related to utilities. Read More »