Top Stories of May 2, 2007
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Illinois Valley High School (IVHS) basketball standout Sheena Cole, (above, left) shown in action during last season, signs a letter of intent (right) to play for Western Oregon University (WOU) on a scholarship. According to IVHS athletic director Damian Crowson (above), she will receive $1,700 per term as long she remains in good academic standing. The signing ceremony was held Friday, April 27 at IVHS. She was accompanied by her mother, Cynthia Schicht and cheered on by her Cougar teammates. (Photos by Dale Sandberg and Michelle Binker for ‘Illinois Valley News’)
County officials began the first in a series of Budget meetings Thursday.
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Representatives from community organizations appeared during a press conference Tuesday to encourage county residents to vote for a proposed public safety levy on the Tuesday, May 15 ballot.
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Ballots for the Josephine County criminal justice system levy proposal in the Tuesday, May 15 vote-by-mail election are to be mailed Friday, April 27.
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Last month, Sheriff Gilbertson announced that he was considering moving his department’s offices to the county jail, however, there are a number of issues that could complicate such a switch.
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There’ll be animals and other attractions galore for youngsters Saturday, May 5 in Jubilee Park during the 10th annual Illinois Valley Children’s Fair & Pet Parade.
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A few years ago, standardized test scores at IVHS had slipped below acceptable levels.
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In connection with a new boiler and the need for a new permit at Rough & Ready Lumber Co., two public gatherings will be held in Cave Junction.
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“Rare Plants of Southwest Oregon” a newly published interagency book, features specialized information and treasured photos for passionate plant lovers.
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For more than four years, Gabrielle and Fredrick Hampton owned a successful rock-and-mineral shop in Walker Lake, Nev.
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Should the criminal justice system levy fail, I. V. fire and medical protocol about not entering hazardous situations will be exacerbated.
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Members of the Oregon Legislature appeared in Grants Pass on Thursday, to discuss the county’s pending financial crisis.
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