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We proudly present the First Ashland Chronicle Election 2022 Straw Poll, the first of three planned for this election season. Since the national organizations won't be polling for Ashland elections, this is your opportunity to let the candidates and your neighbors know how the campaigns are doing. Look for future opportunities to share your opinions. This poll is open …
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Analysis by Dean Silver Half of the Ashland City Council business meeting was essentially a study session last night. The agenda had called for adopting three infrastructure master plans at the September 6 meeting, but it was decided not to vote in order to allow more time for study. The presentations gave a good indication of bad financial news to …
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From fire and smoke, to the regional water shortage, global warming, and toxic emissions undermining our air quality, water quality, to ongoing environmental health challenges abound in Southern Oregon. It is critical that we know how candidates for state and local office approach these issues. Southern Oregon Climate Action Now is offering two candidate forums on the topic of 'Climate …
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Firefighters from Ashland Fire & Rescue quickly knocked down a structure fire just before noon today. Neighbors reported smoke and hearing alarms sounding to 911 dispatch and fire crews from Ashland and District #5 responded quickly to the 200 block of Nutley Street above Lithia Park The fire was located in an upstairs family room and contained to one corner …
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It is with mixed emotions that the Mt. Ashland Association Board of Directors shares this news. Hiram Towle will be leaving Mt. Ashland as our General Manager mid-October. Hiram has accepted the position of General Manager at Bridger Bowl in Bozeman, Montana, the second largest non-profit ski resort in the country. Hiram joined Mt. Ashland in 2014 and provided us …
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NOTE: This press release has been updated by an additional press release from MPD on 9/7/22 On 9/5/22 at approximately 8:41 p.m., officers responded to the 900 block of N. Ross Lane for the report of a woman who was attacked by a bear. Upon arrival, officers learned the woman was in her backyard when a bear, estimated to be …
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It’s been two years since the most devastating disaster in the history of Jackson County, the Almeda Fire. On September 8, 2020 at 11:04 a.m. a fire started in a dry field along Almeda Street in Ashland. The fire quickly travelled northwest driven by strong winds. Before containment, the fire destroyed 2,428 structures, damaged 134 more, and tragically claimed three …
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Not only does the early bird get the worm, they also get bathed in enchanted light. There is something hopeful about the sunrise, and being there to see its birth is empowering. Beatrice Angela Jacobs Vancouver Island, BC Canadawww.photosbybeatrice.com
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MEDFORD, Ore.— The Oregon National Guard is helping fight the Rum Creek Fire that has burned approximately 17,000 acres and is said to be 12% contained. Fifty-one guard members have been helping with the safety and security of the area with road closure points since Monday, Aug. 29, in the Merlin area. Additionally, the guard has dispatched an HH-60 medical …
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CENTRAL POINT, Ore. – Jackson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) is investigating the cause of a fire that started last Sunday, August 28 on the Bear Creek Greenway at Dean Creek Road near I-5 exit 35 north of Central Point. Jackson County Fire District 3 (JCFD3) Fire Investigators confirmed the fire started in a transient camp along the Greenway and JCSO …
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Most Oregonians who receive SNAP benefits will continue to receive temporarily increased emergency food benefits in SeptemberApproximately 433,000 SNAP households will receive approximately $69 million in extra food benefits in addition to their regular SNAP benefitsThese emergency benefits are a temporary support that Oregon can provide because of the federal COVID-19 public health emergencyFind resources to meet your basic needs: …
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Warm water continues to be the top source of pollution in Oregon’s rivers and streams, according to the latest and most detailed report produced by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality. The 2022 Integrated Report on state water quality, as it is called, has now been approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and becomes the official record of the …
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