Army Corps of Engineers predicts challenging water year for Rogue Basin
(OPB) Water levels at Lost Creek and Applegate lakes are already far below their average, part of a broader pattern as Oregon heads into what could be a very dry summer.
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Eagle Point City Council approves money for early Showa visit
The Eagle Point City Council held their regular meeting, which was dominated by a discussion on the possible prohibition of whippets (nitrous oxide canisters) in the city. The canisters are meant for whipped cream dispensers, but people have been inhaling the gas for a quick high.
Why the U.S. cattle herd is at a 75-year low — and what it means for beef prices
(NPR) Beef has long been an iconic and beloved staple of the American diet, from barbecue to hamburgers and steaks. Even as retail prices have soared recently, U.S. demand for beef has remained strong.
How hot is it? Shady Cove’s newly restored thermometer will tell you
Recently Shady Cove Councilor Steve Mitchell’s interest was piqued by a bit of history that had nothing to do with city business and everything to do with some area history.
Fish on! With the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Free Fishing Weekend June 6 & 7
by ODFW and Christy Solo On Free Fishing Weekends only, you do not need: Requirements: Area closures, bag limits and all other regulations still apply. Be sure to check both the permanent sportfishing regulations and for any in-season regulation updates, especially if you are fishing…
Eagle Point City Council approves declarations and monies for July 4th Celebration
The Eagle Point City Council met May 12 to hold a public hearing and deal with a handful of official resolutions. The public hearing dealt with the property at the southeast corner of Old Hwy. 62 and South Royal Rd. The property, originally owned by Ed Dahack, was designated as C-2 (heavy commercial) on the Hwy. 62 side and C-1 (light commercial) on the remaining property.
New burn bans and the Administration’s battle with immigration and DEI are impacting forest fires
(NPR) It was a rare windless April day in southern Washington and Adam Lieberg was stuck in front of his computer. He was supposed to be burning acres of twigs and pine needles in the forests between the Columbia River and the Yakama Nation nearby — the sort of controlled burn of ground fuel that is one of the most effective ways to minimize future wildfires.
The 2026 Fire Season has Begun
(ODF) As of 12:01 a.m. May 15, fire season is now in effect on lands protected by the ODF Southwest Oregon District in Jackson and Josephine counties. With this declaration, Low fire danger is now in effect, and the industrial fire precaution level (IFPL) is 1.
Tempers flare at end of Shady Cove City Council meeting
The May 7, 2026 Shady Cove City Council meeting began with a presentation and ended with profanity.