Editorial: Upper Rogue Independent sets the record straight regarding false public accusations from Shady Cove Councilors

Commentary by URI Reporters and Guest Contributors

During the Shady Cove Council open hearing Feb. 17, two separate comments were made about the Upper Rogue Independent which we need to address.

The first comment was made by Councilor Paige Winfrey.

In the Aug. 21, 2025 council meeting Winfrey read a lengthy statement into the record.

In our Aug. 27, 2025 edition, the URI noted several errors in Winfrey’s Aug. 21 statement.

During the Feb. 17…