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The Truth About Corporate SubsidiesWhy won’t big American...

The Truth About Corporate Subsidies Why won’t big American corporations do what’s right for America unless the government practically bribes them? And why is the government so reluctant to regulate them? Prior to the 1980’s, the U.S. government demanded that corporations act in the public interest. For example, the Clean Air Act of 1970 stopped companies from polluting our air …

How Do You Want Ashland to Balance Its Budget?  Read the Final Results from the City Survey!

Ashland Households Weigh in on Balancing the Budget... The SOURCE (Southern Oregon University Research Center) team was hired by the City of Ashland to garner the opinions of Ashland residents on how best to navigate an anticipated budget shortfall in the 2023-2023 Biennium Budget cycle. In the summer of 2022, a survey was mailed out to all Ashland residents who …

Changes at Oregon Shakespeare Festival

Internal Shifts Focused on Building Solid Infrastructure for OSF’s Future to Address Structural Deficits, Aligning Budget to Post-Pandemic Industry Realities, and Supporting a Future-Focused Vision for the Theatre Field ASHLAND, Ore. (January 11, 2023) – As part of a restructuring strategy aimed at aligning its business model with its vision and realities of the post-pandemic market, the Oregon Shakespeare Festival …

Mail Tribune Closes Its Doors, January 13

Mail Tribune to cease operations Friday By Steven Saslow | Mail Tribune Updated: Jan 11, 2023 05:21 PM It is with heavy hearts that we announce that as of Friday, Jan. 13, 2023, the Mail Tribune will cease all operations. This was a difficult business decision; the shuttering of this institution is a real loss for all constituents in Southern …

Homelessness State of Emergency Declared in Oregon

Oregon Gov. Kotek declares homelessness state of emergency, signs housing executive orders (Julia Shumway/Oregon Capital Chronicle) Gov. Tina Kotek on Tuesday declared that much of Oregon is in a state of emergency because of homelessness and created a new state council with the aim of building thousands more homes a year.  Another order directed state agencies to prioritize reducing homelessness …

Locals Respond to the Reality of the Ongoing Sixth Extinction Predicted by Scientists

Watch this 13 minute, "60 Minute" report.   What do you think?  I would like to post your response on the Ashland Chronicle.   I sent this to some Chronicle readers and to others in the Rogue Valley. Below are some of their responses.   Here is the link for you to view:   Earth currently experiencing a sixth mass …

Our Untouchables

By John Cronin What's it like to be an untouchable? You didn't want to be labeled that. You were born into it. You belong to a particular caste, nationality, or color that sets you apart from whom? The decent people? Everyone else? Wherever you live, most people think you're repulsive and not deserving of their attention unless it's to mow …

Let Your Voice Be Heard Regarding the Parks' Butler Perozzi Fountain

Public Input Sought on the Butler Perozzi Fountain The historic Butler Perozzi Fountain in Lithia Park is in dire need of renovation and Ashland Parks and Recreation Commission (APRC) is soliciting feedback from the public on the options that are available to address the current failing state of the Fountain. The Fountain has been a backdrop for photos for generations …

MLK Day on the Ashland Plaza 1:00pm-2:30pm, Monday, January 16.

Ashland will celebrate Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King's Day on the Plaza in Ashland and BASE has a locally- made MLK video to show.   On the Plaza we will have gospel music starting at 12:00pm. From 1:00pm - 2:30pm you will hear from Dr. Doland, a former Freedom Rider, Dr. Craig who marched in Selma with Dr. King. and …

Check Your Mail Box! The State May Be Sending You Something!

The state Treasury will begin sending checks to current and former Oregonians with unclaimed property. (Getty Images) By JULIA SHUMWAY/Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM — Keep an eye on your mailbox, Oregon – the state Treasury is planning to send checks of up to $10,000 to people with unclaimed paychecks, security deposits, tax refunds or other unclaimed property. Treasurer Tobias Read …

Search and Rescue Services Save Lives

HAPPY CAMP ROAD SNOW RESCUE News Release from Josephine Co. Sheriff's Office On Wednesday January 4, 2023 at approximately 4:45 pm, Josephine County 911 received a call from two stranded motorists who were stuck in the snow on Happy Camp Rd, south of the Oregon/California border. The subjects were believed to be located in Siskiyou County and the call …

Sheriff Officer Ruger to Receive Protective Vest

News Release from Jackson Co. Sheriff's Office Video of K9 Ruger available for download: https://vimeo.com/786122803 Jackson County Sheriff’s Office K9 Ruger will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Ruger’s vest is sponsored by The Peery Family of Cumming, GA and will be embroidered with the sentiment …

Check Your House for Radon Gas - State Assistance Available

Testing homes for radon gas is now more important than ever State program urges home testing during Radon Action Month PORTLAND, Ore.— The best time to test for radon is during the heating season – the winter months – when windows and doors are closed tight. It’s why Oregon Health Authority (OHA) recognizes National Radon Action Month during January by …

Child Porn Suspected in Central Point

News Release from Jackson Co. Sheriff's Office CENTRAL POINT, Ore. – The Southern Oregon Child Exploitation Team (SOCET) joint inter-agency task force served a search warrant this morning at a residence in the 800 block of South Haskell Street in Central Point. SOCET served the warrant after discovering numerous images of child exploitation were uploaded from the residence. Detectives are …

American Democracy Is Still in Danger | Foreign Affairs

and Russia, this disinformation war aims to suppress demands forSource: American Democracy Is Still in Danger | Foreign Affairs

Keep Alert for Flood Warnings and Weather Advisories

INCREASED RAIN BRINGS POSSIBLE FLOODING TO PARTS OF OREGON News Release from Oregon Dept. of Consumer & Business Services SALEM – Winter in Oregon brings rain – and lots of it. This year is no different and the Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) reminds people to be prepared. The forecast for this weekend and into next week is for continued …

Analysis: The most obvious speaker solution is also the most radical | CNN Politics

Source: Analysis: The most obvious speaker solution is also the most radical | CNN Politics

Post-election coups are encouraged by current method of electing President

Source: Post-election coups are encouraged by current method of electing President

Putin orders a 36-hour Ukraine cease-fire : NPR

Charles Maynes Source: Putin orders a 36-hour Ukraine cease-fire : NPR
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