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(NPR) A trust fund that helps pay Social Security benefits for more than 60 million retirees and family members is expected to run out of money in 2032.

MEDFORD, OR — June 11, 2026 — Grange Co-op and Farm Supply Company today announced Board approval of a proposed Agreement and Plan of Merger that would create a 13-location cooperative spanning Southern Oregon through the Central California Coast, uniting two member-owned organizations with a combined 160-plus years of heritage and approximately 460 employees

The highlights of the June 4, 2026 Shady Cove City Council meeting were a definitive ending and a possible beginning.

The annual city budget committee hearing took place June 2 where the 14-member committee voted unanimously to approve a budget of $41,248,270 for the upcoming fiscal year.

(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.

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.

(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.

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.

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…