Puzzle Solutions – July 1, 2026
URI Staff
Celebrate the Fourth of July at these area events!
A Botanist’s View of Local Flora – Ninebark
I was first introduced to Ninebark in college when I was taking and teaching woody plant identification classes. In the eastern U.S. Eastern Ninebark (Physocarpus oplifolius) was a common large deciduous shrub with showy flowers in late spring, beautiful fall color in yellows, oranges and reds.
Winding Trails by Al Hobart – The Plant Names
To anyone interested in wild plant study the derivation of the plant names, both common and botanical, is a source of never-ending fascination and puzzlement. Many of the plant names are so far-fetched and imaginative they seem almost ridiculous.
ODFW Fishing Report – Upper Rogue and Lost Creek Reservoir – June 24, 2026
The lake level is 1,832.17ft and the water surface temperature at Lost Creek is 77F. The reservoir is anticipated to be stocked with 10,000 legals and 1,500 trophy sized fish this week.
Public Notices – June 24, 2026
Recipe Corner – June 24, 2026
With so many fresh fruits available, it’s relatively easy to come up with a sweet treat in shades of red, white and blue for July 4th – so we’re tossing a few savory recipe ideas your way. Red, White and…
Local Law Enforcement Reports – June 24, 2026
Editor’s Note: Factual information for citations/arrests are provided by official law enforcement agencies. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed.
Weekly Puzzles – June 24, 2026
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Puzzle Solutions – June 24, 2026
