Rogue Valley newspaper in Southern Oregon. Rogue River Press serves Rogue River, Gold Hill, and Wimer
Eligible Oregon Health Plan (OHP) members with serious health conditions now have access to two new nutrition benefits designed to improve health and reduce medical costs. Beginning July 1, the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) launched a Fruit and Vegetable Benefit and a Pantry Stocking Benefit for qualifying OHP members. The[Read More…]
As Oregonians spend more time outdoors this summer, the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is encouraging residents to take simple precautions to protect themselves from mosquito bites and reduce the risk of West Nile virus. West Nile virus is the most common mosquito-borne disease in Oregon. Each year, infected mosquitoes are[Read More…]
Road warriors who love to chase the hottest wild Chinook and coho bite in the state each fall have a lot to look forward to this year. Wild Chinook retention will be open in 18 coastal basins, with increased bag limits in the Necanicum, Nehalem, Tillamook, Siuslaw, and Umpqua basins.[Read More…]
Growing older often brings new challenges, but a wide network of community organizations is helping older adults remain active, healthy and independent. The Senior Protection Project encourages seniors and their families to become familiar with the many local resources available before a crisis occurs. Many older adults are unaware of[Read More…]
An Umatilla man has permanently lost his Oregon hunting privileges after admitting to a series of wildlife and firearms crimes stemming from what state investigators describe as one of Oregon’s most significant serial poaching cases. Christopher George Matson, 48, of Umatilla, was sentenced in two circuit court cases last month[Read More…]
Oregonians can now borrow more than books from many public libraries. Thanks to a partnership between the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) and the State Library of Oregon, library patrons can also check out free parking permits for Oregon State Parks. The statewide program has expanded to include 82[Read More…]
Over the past several weeks, the Rogue River Press has explored a local story that has been passed down through generations of Evans Creek and Wimer residents. The story is simple, yet intriguing. Somewhere in the hills surrounding Wimer, a small cemetery reportedly existed near a mining operation. According to[Read More…]
Each year, thousands of deer, elk, bears and other wildlife are struck while attempting to cross Oregon highways in search of food, water, shelter and mates. Conservation groups and transportation partners are working to change that by expanding wildlife crossing projects throughout the state. The Oregon Wildlife Foundation has made[Read More…]
This Week In Rogue River History JULY 8, 1981 Rogue River High School standout Rick Ashworth, Oregon’s top high jumper, earned an invitation to compete in an international track meet in Seoul, South Korea. Ashworth was selected as one of just 50 athletes representing the United States against competitors from[Read More…]
Road Construction Continues Across Jackson and Josephine Counties Motorists traveling through Jackson and Josephine counties should plan for delays, detours and lane restrictions as several Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) improvement projects continue this summer. Lost Creek Lake Bridge Repairs A $6.1 million bridge rehabilitation project is underway on Oregon[Read More…]
