Top stories in our weekly issue dated September 17, 2008

Grapestomping

A Grape Stomp fund-raiser, hosted by Illinois Valley Chamber of Commerce, was held Saturday, Sept. 20 at Bridgeview Vineyards Winery. (Above) Contestant Hans Ahl shows off his grape crushing technique and skill. (Photo by Michelle Binker, Illinois Valley News)

  • Funding status for JoCo shocks guests

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    Portland Mayor Tom Potter visited Grants Pass on Thursday afternoon, Sept. 18 to meet with local leaders to discuss the financial crisis facing many Oregon counties.

  • Funding ODF for wildfires to raise fees

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    The fire funding system needs adjustment.

  • Federal timber monies pursued by legislators

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    Two of Oregon’s representatives in Washington, D.C. are pushing for continuation of federal timber payments,

  • I.V. Fire tax levy town hall topic

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    A levy proposed by Illinois Valley Fire District (IVFD) to assure full-time, around-the-clock coverage is the topic for a town hall meeting.

Paid for the by the Committee to elect John Harelson Josephine County Treasurer.

 

  • Candidates in Nov. 4 election present platforms during forum

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    Three of four candidates for Josephine County commissioner were on hand, as was one of two candidates for county treasurer, during a forum held Thursday night, Sept. 18, at Fruitdale Grange Hall in Grants Pass.

  • Secretary of State espouses views on climate changes, ‘global warming’

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    Whether one believes in man’s contributions to “global warming”

  • Hope Mountain Barter Faire

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    Dome School will benefit from the fund-raiser held Friday through Sunday.

    • ‘Victory, victory’ was their cry, as Illinois Valley varsity volleyball players defeated the Happy Camp Indians in a four-game nonleague victory in Ken Mann Memorial Gym on Thursday evening, Sept. 18. The Cougars won 23-25, 25-19, 25-12, 26-24. On-target serving by I.V.’s Rebecka Kaberline and Calli Harland was a big factor. Also for the Cougars, Tonya Tyler turned in 25 assists and nine kills; while Kaberline had 27 aces, and Harland seven. With the victory, IVHS was at 2-4. (Photo by Illinois Valley News)

  • I.V. Myrtle Creek-bound for Friday game

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    The Lancers of South Umpqua will host Illinois Valley Cougars

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    • Kerby Art & Wine Evening set Sept. 26

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      Art Show on the Lawn, music and food, a book signing by a local author, and new jewelry designs and woodwork will highlight the fall Evening of Art & Wine in Kerby on Friday, Sept. 26.

    • Chateau Octoberfest on tap for Friday & Saturday

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      Shake out your lederhosen, tune up your yodel, and get your dancing shoes ready for some polkas --Oktoberfest is coming.

    • Oct. 10-11 set for guitar Classics at the Chateau

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      The second in a series of Classics at the Chateau will close out the 2008 event

    • Teague among Applegate features

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      Saturday, Oct. 11 is set for the Applegate Wagon Trail Re-Enactment

    • Weed warriors tackle dreaded star thistle

      In the cool morning air, FAC Thistle Volunteers go out every Wednesday armed with gloves and pull the terrible invader

    • Sponsored Feature
      Amazon Queen offers variety

      Kris Pindar originally opened Amazon Queen on Valentine’s Day 2008, fulfilling a dream and a promise to her mother to open a queen-sized women’s clothing store. Despite some advertising efforts though, business didn’t pick up as she planned.

    • Sponsored Feature
      Art mart a fine start

      For the many skilled and gifted artists who call this part of Southwestern Oregon home, having access to the right tools and material is crucial.

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    • Stories from the print edition

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      • Evergreen students get new playground equipment
      • Mental aid due
      • BLM solicits comments about Cascade Siskiyou Mounment plan
      • OSP notes fewer deaths in Labor Day accidents
      • Recycling nondigital TVs urged
      • Cops killed on roads honored
      • Former Cave Junction couple get 20, 10 years in pot case
      • Semitruck accidents reduced
      • SAR, CAP prepare for emergencies
      • Understanding fat key to healthy diet
      • Hang up and drive
      • And much more...
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