Category Local News

April (P)update on Eagle Point Schipperkes

by Dogs for Better Lives The latest update is regarding the dogs rescued from a recent hoarding case in Eagle Point, Oregon. After initially being housed at Jackson County Animal Shelter, 39 dogs were transferred to Dogs for Better Lives (DBL) for temporary care transport…

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Get to know EPSD’s new Superintendent Jim Helmen

Jim Helmen will be joining the Eagle Point School District as superintendent beginning July 1, 2026.  He has been at the Vernonia, Ore. School District as superintendent since 2022 and before that held administrative and teaching positions with the Clatskanie, Ore. School District. Helman is looking forward to getting started and is thinking about his new role.

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White-nose syndrome detected in bats for first time in Oregon

SALEM, Ore.— White-nose syndrome (WNS) in bats has been detected for the first time in Oregon in Columbia and Benton counties. White-nose syndrome is caused by an infection with the fungus Pseudogymnoascus destructans that disrupts hibernation, causing early winter emergence, dehydration and starvation.

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Jackson County Library Services appoints interim director

Medford, Oregon (March 20, 2026) – Jackson County Library Services (JCLS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Frank Phillips as the Interim Library Director. The JCLD Board selected Phillips following a review process initiated by the District Board, and the organization is excited to welcome him into this leadership role.