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GUEST COLUMN: CASAs change young lives, but that requires funding

When news was recently shared about CASA programs in Oregon losing $1.7 million in federal funding, it was…

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Saturday’s protests may not change policy — but that’s not the point, experts say

After thousands of protesters filled streets nationwide Saturday to challenge the Trump administration’s agenda, one big question remains:…

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Jail log: Tuesday, April 8

Arrests Reckless driving, assault — Todd Adam Barton, 56, of the 3200 block of Avenue A, White City.…

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Ashland City Council approves new ‘tool’ to combat reckless burning

In a unanimous vote, the Ashland City Council approved a change to the city code to create what…

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Thousands in Medford join nationwide protests against Trump administration policies

Thousands of protesters rallying against the policies of President Donald Trump and his administration lined the streets of…

Education

Medford School District begins 2025-26 budget process with some uncertainty

While the 2025-26 Medford School District budget process will involve much discussion of state and federal funding uncertainties,…

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‘Extremely rare’: Sudden revocation of University of Oregon student’s visa sparks alarm

Federal officials terminated a University of Oregon student visa on March 28 — raising alarm bells just as the Eugene campus was returning to life on…

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SOU’s Native American Student Union prepares for 32nd annual powwow

The Native American Student Union (NASU) at Southern Oregon University (SOU) will host its 32nd annual powwow Saturday…

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Jail log: Monday, April 7

Arrests Drugs, felon in possession of a firearm — Ulysses Timothy Chappel, 55, of the 100 block of…

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