Top Stories in our weekly issue dated
February 03, 2010

Major News

  • Suspect apprehended in CJ home invasion

    A named suspect in the home invasion robbery in Cave Junction on Jan. 22 was apprehended without incident on Thursday, Jan. 28, said Josephine County Sheriff“s Office (JCSO) Detective Sgt. Ken Selig.

  • Measures 66 & 67 approved by voters
    Oregon Legislature convenes in Salem for special session

    Rep. Peter Buckley (D-Ashland) admits that the last several weeks have been difficult for him.

  • JoCo park enforcement sought

    Parks Advisory Board members packed the Josephine County commissioners conference room in the courthouse in Grants Pass Thursday, Jan. 28 for discussion regarding enforcement of park rules and regulations.

  • Courthouse security issues linger

    Concerns about the security of Josephine County“s public buildings were discussed during the board of commissioners“ Thursday, Jan. 28 meeting with legal staff.

  • Fair board meeting policies questioned

    The board of directors for the Josephine County Fair is coming under increased scrutiny from county officials for its policies regarding public meetings.

  • Recreational mining permits eyed

    A proposed update of a 1988 ordinance may open up land owned by Josephine County to recreational mining.

  • Counties“ push for fed funds detailed

    Representatives of the law enforcement community were updated on efforts to continue a federal county payments program during the Thursday, Jan. 28 meeting of the Local Public Safety Coordinating Council.

  • Maurer seeks top school spot

    Rep. Ron Maurer (R-Grants Pass) has announced that he intends to run for Superintendent of Public Instruction, a statewide office.

  • Germond seeks 4th District seat

    Jaynee Germond, a Roseburg resident and Oregon 4th Congressional District candidate, made her way to Grants Pass on Thursday, Jan. 28 to address the Josephine County Republican Women.




Community News





IVHS Sports

  • I.V. grapplers top Hidden Valley

    A home dual meet against Hidden Valley High School on Thursday, Jan. 28 proved successful for the Illinois Valley High School varsity wrestling team.

  • Cougs drop to Hornets, “Stangs

    A combination of poor shooting and 32 turnovers lead to an 88-50 loss for the Illinois Valley High School boys“ varsity basketball team during a Tuesday, Jan. 26 game at Henley High School.

  • Lady Cougars struggle with injuries, lack of substitutes

    A series of injuries helped to hamper the Illinois Valley High School girls basketball team during a pair of recent losses.




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  • OSU researcher finds Oregon tax burden lower than most states
  • Some may qualify for health coverage
  • Barriers to “fair“ housing examined
  • Restitution for crime victims subject of audit
  • Marital dispute turns fatal
  • BLM guarantees fast track for energy projects
  • DEQ penalizes USFS for water pollution
  • DEQ program nets 19 million pounds electronic waste during first year
  • Rogue Ambassadors scholarship applicants sought
  • Weed management study grants announced


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