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With the expectation of budget cuts when the 2008-09 fiscal year begins July 1, Josephine County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) was prompted to begin early release of select jail inmates last week.
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The Josephine County Long-Term Public Safety Funding Task Force continued its efforts during its weekly meeting on Wednesday, March 12 in Grants Pass to identify possible funding sources for the public safety departments.
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A one-year contract keeping his salary at its current $69,000 has been approved 4-0 for Chief Harry Rich of Illinois Valley Fire District (IVFD) by district directors.
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U.S. Congressman Greg Walden (R-Ore.) will be the guest speaker in Grants Pass Thursday, March 20, at noon at JJ North’s Grand Buffet hosted by The Zonta Club of Grants Pass.
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Well-known Takilma resident Patrick Farley, 64, died in a single-vehicle traffic crash on Interstate 5 near Myrtle Creek on Saturday, March 15, according to The News-Review in Roseburg.
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Researchers at Oregon Health & Science University have uncovered new information about the body’s immune system in a study that suggests new strategies may be in order for protecting the country’s aging population against disease.
Carl & Lori LaFlamme at Southern Oregon Real Estate: Real Estate in Southern Oregon, Grants Pass & Rogue River
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A long-held dream to open a family restaurant is coming true for Michelle & Sean Hendrix, longtime valley residents who have purchased Stevereno’s Family Restaurant and will operate it as ‘Michelle’s’.
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Opportunities are available to help boost patronage and keep Oregon Caves Chateau operating beyond the 2008 season.
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A new Booster Club was formed during May 2007 to enhance Illinois Valley public school activities beyond those provided by Three Rivers School District.
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A special Farm to Market program -- including a free lunch -- will be presented at Evergreen Elementary School Tuesday, April 8 for parents and students.
Valley Visitor: your source for information about things to do in Illinois Valley
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Four Illinois Valley High School students are among 11 countywide who will be honored with “The Sky’s The Limit” awards by Josephine County Commission for Children & Families.