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Oregon's proposed ban on hunting, fishing hits November ballot milestone
1+ hour, 30+ min ago (231+ words) Published 9: 18 am Saturday, July 4, 2026 By Shane Dixon Kavanaugh/The Oregonian A proposed ballot measure that would effectively ban hunting, fishing and other animal-related activities in Oregon has moved closer to going before voters this fall. Initiative Petition 28, an effort led…...
Fireworks, heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
1+ hour, 41+ min ago (486+ words) Published 9: 08 am Saturday, July 4, 2026 WASHINGTON " The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with a country gripped by political polarization and a heat wave bearing down on millions of people across multiple states as celebrations get underway across the United States…...
Celebrate 'America 250' around the Rogue Valley
1+ day, 47+ min ago (711+ words) Celebrate "America 250" around the Rogue Valley Rogue Valley Times Celebrate "America 250" around the Rogue Valley Published 10: 00 am Friday, July 3, 2026 It"s here, the United States" celebration of its 250th anniversary, and there are plenty of Fourth of July events around the…...
Oregon lawmakers pushed to secure sensitive data from ICE. How does the law work?
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (323+ words) Published 6: 05 am Friday, July 3, 2026 A new law could result in state agencies severing their contracts with data brokers who obtain Oregonians" personally identifiable information and share it with federal immigration authorities. But the original bill drew alarm from some industry…...
Wildlife officials and sheriff's deputies monitor wandering bear in White City neighborhoods
1+ day, 17+ hour ago (504+ words) Published 4: 59 pm Thursday, July 2, 2026 A small bear is reportedly wandering through White City neighborhoods at a pace nearly as brisk as the speed of social media rumors regarding his identity and recent suspected travels. An Oregon Department of Fish and…...
RV Times offices closed July 3; print edition arrives Friday
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (71+ words) Published 11: 10 am Thursday, July 2, 2026 The Rogue Valley Times" newsroom and advertising offices will be closed Friday for the observed July Fourth business holiday. The normal Saturday print edition will arrive in mailboxes a day early, on Friday, July 3. The Times…...
Ashland city manager among three finalists for Tigard's top job
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (14+ words) Rogue Valley Times...
Oregon 'prosperity' report met with skepticism
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (585+ words) Published 8: 00 am Thursday, July 2, 2026 While a "prosperity council" report recommends easing Oregon's tax and regulatory burdens, it's encountering some skepticism as to whether the state government will actually follow that advice. Gov. Tina Kotek convened the "prosperity council" earlier this…...
Adopt a pet: Wasabi
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (187+ words) Published 7: 00 am Thursday, July 2, 2026 By Jackson County Animal Services Age: Wasabi is a 1-year-old Labrador mix. Highlights: Just like the condiment, this Wasabi brings an intense kick to your life. He is not for the weak flavored. Wasabi is currently auditioning…...
Jackson County officers, athletes carry torch in support of Special Olympics
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (883+ words) Published 1: 59 pm Wednesday, July 1, 2026 Police lights could be seen moving up North Pacific Highway on Wednesday morning around a group of runners, with traffic moving around the line of law enforcement vehicles. "Thanks for the patience for those that got…...