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2 of 3 Premium Clicks used this month SUBSCRIBE Print + Online Subscriber Activation | Register x Forgot Password | Need an Account? e-edition | subscribe | newsletter | deals Home News Latest Stories New Bear Creek project trades blackberries for native plants Mark L. Hopkins: Looking for a political straight shooter 10 things to know for Monday Emergency Services, March 9 Phoenix Garden Club strives to help make Weed green again Crime, Courts and Emergency Services Emergency Services, March 9 Ashland police confirm Hannah Thomas-Garner is safe with her father Emergency services, March 8 Jackson County searchers looking for missing man Emergency services, March 7 Politics and Elections Mark L. Hopkins: Looking for a political straight shooter Ex-Merkley aide chosen as Oregon secretary of state Ashland: Budget increase, swimming pool funding discussion on council agenda Judge upholds Phoenix's moratorium on medical marijuana dispensaries Ballots on Jackson County marijuana tax go out Friday Education Willow Wind students raise money for water District considers options to keep school tracks open, safe Ashland School District learns why its anti-bullying rating was low Ashland district rethinks transfer approval process MSD to save taxpayers nearly $10.5 million by refinancing Environment Catastrophic wildfires expected in Southern Oregon this summer The new normal under climate change? Lost Creek Lake algae bloom subsides Lost Creek Lake logjam could become hazard for boaters Made in the Shade State News Federal judge orders speedier Klamath wildlife refuge management plan Former Josephine County students sue school district over alleged abuse Ex-Merkley aide chosen as Oregon secretary of state Eastern Oregon dig uncovers ancient stone tool Team tracks new baby orca Nation - World Obituaries Jaime Winston Tucker Death Notices Joseph Elsworth William "Les" Mason Irene Meredith Weather Photo Galleries Since You Asked Videos Web Cams Mail Tribune 100 Shareable Bank of America is predicting a massive Tesla collapse Mars One attracts science fiction geeks and people who hate society This $1 million Mercedes is like an armored private jet for the road Sports Latest Stories Fantasy Sports: There are plenty of quality producers at third No. 19 Stanford scores Pac-12 title No. 6 Badgers keep up hot pace OSU pitching holds off Fresno State Allred cashes in at Karibana Varsity 541 College Sports No. 19 Stanford scores Pac-12 title No. 6 Badgers keep up hot pace OSU pitching holds off Fresno State Beavers must move on after losses Ducks on the Rise Pro Sports Fantasy Sports: There are plenty of quality producers at third Allred cashes in at Karibana Dolphins, Suh near $114 million deal Murray lifts Britain into Davis Cup quarters T-Wolves snap Blazers' win streak, 121-113 Community Sports Business Latest Stories Blog: Cash deals for homes remains in decline Ride & Drive: 2015 Honda Civic sedan Silvio Calabi: Mercedes-Benz ML250 raises the diesel 4×4 stakes Business briefs: March 7 Blog: A Few of Our Favorite Places Real Estate News Business briefs: March 7 New construction prices jump 18.2 percent in Jackson County People In Business People in Business: Feb. 28 People in Business Transportation CEO Rieder leaving Erickson March 31 Lodging gains bode well for travel industries Medford airport flies past January record Agriculture Harry & David announces new president Warm winter has fruit growers poised for action Briefcase: Business briefs for Feb. 21 Opinion Latest Guest Opinion: There is nothing uniform about the Uniform Crime Report Wry & Ginger: Cable news of future a different breed Mark L. Hopkins: Looking for a political straight shooter Letters to the Editor, March 9 Kathleen Parker: 'Just look at him' Editorials Our View: Driving voter turnout is no sure thing for Oregon Our View: Cheers and Jeers Our View: Take it slow on legal marijuana Our View: Small climate steps add up to big ones Our View: Drawing back the curtain on government Letters to the Editor Letters to the Editor, March 9 Letters to the Editor, March 8 Letters to the Editor, March 7 Letters to the Editor, March 6 Letters to the Editor, March 5 Columns Guest Opinion: There is nothing uniform about the Uniform Crime Report Mark L. Hopkins: Looking for a political straight shooter Kathleen Parker: 'Just look at him' George Will: Obama needs GOP to approve the TPP Dana Milbank: Hillary vs. Hillary Guest Opinions Guest Opinion: There is nothing uniform about the Uniform Crime Report GUEST OPINION: Police, community should work to prevent profiling Guest Opinion: Don't overregulate Oregon's hemp industry Guest Opinion: Predatory banking practices bilk citizens Guest Opinion: Is less education the answer? Lifestyle Latest stories Blog: Artists, unsung Carol Link: Eradicate weeds completely, use edgers to help keep thrift on slope Carol Link: Eradicate weeds completely, use edgers to help keep thrift on slope Paul Rogers: Daylight Saving, full moon hopeful signs for spring Ride & Drive: 2015 Honda Civic sedan Food Prudence Hilburn: Cookbook compiler finds best of the best in Southern recipes Gail Ciampa: Garlicky mushrooms star in fresh layered sandwich Kitchen Call: Some bits of sage wisdom Community blog: Airy mousse rivals ease of pudding from a box Page Onorato: Please don’t take my Goo Goo Clusters away Home and Garden Carol Link: Eradicate weeds completely, use edgers to help keep thrift on slope Paul Rogers: Daylight Saving, full moon hopeful signs for spring Home Help: 4 ways to redefine your outdoor space Dear Monty: Home seller seeks to start bidding war Paul Rogers: Looking for signs of new life Health Community blog: The Future is Now Dr. Murray Feingold: Cognitive-behavioral therapy shown to help hoarders Dr. Jeff Hersh: Gallstones affect 25 percent of American women Health Watch: Get prepped for spring break HealthStyle: Marriage care and maintenance Hiking Biking Faith More religion events in the Rogue Valley Religion Briefs Religion briefs, Feb. 27 Religion briefs: Friday, Feb. 20 Religion News: Pope makes surprise shantytown visit Milestones and Achievements Exercise helps special-needs kids adjust to airport procedures Engagement: Workman-Wright Anniversary: Hofer New arrivals: Sunday, Feb. 8 Columnist for a Day Rogue Healthy Aging Tempo Latest stories Ashland's First Friday Art Walk showcases new exhibits by regional artists Live Music in Local Clubs Darrin Wayne steps to the plate at Rising Stars Alice DiMicele plays the Unitarian Fellowship Southern Oregon University Wind Ensemble to present 'All American' Theater TMTO's 'Bye Bye Birdie' takes flight Brava! Opera presents classic Mozart and Poulenc Review: 'Fingersmith' a twisting thriller with love TMTO presents 'Bye Bye Birdie' 'Guys and Dolls' a sure bet for dazzling entertainment Music ZEPDRIX! at the Historic Ashland Armory The Bee Eaters play Headwaters Ladysmith Black Mambazo plays the Craterian Theater Live Music in Local Clubs Darrin Wayne steps to the plate at Rising Stars Community Events Ashland's First Friday Art Walk showcases new exhibits by regional artists Jesse Lawson and Joe Moxley host 'Barkeeper' Third Fridays showcases local artists Southern Oregon Rod and Custom Show Dining Sakura Japanese Sushi Restaurant opens in new location Restaurant Inspections: Sunday, March 1 Great Outdoor Grill offers healthful options Restaurant Inspections: Sunday, Feb. 22, 2015 Saigon Xich Lo Vietnamese cuisine Tempo Videos Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED » Obits Blogs TV Listings Movie Listings Oregon Outdoors Oregon Healthy Living Magazines/Special Sections Business Services NEWS NOW New Bear Creek project trades blackberries for native plants ... Guest Opinion: There is nothing uniform about the Uniform Crime Report ... Our View: Driving voter turnout is no sure thing for Oregon ... New Bear Creek project trades blackberries for native plants ... Guest Opinion: There is nothing uniform about the Uniform Crime Report ... Our View: Driving voter turnout is no sure thing for Oregon ... Calendar: Sunday, March 8 Comment MailTribune.com Writer Posted Mar. 8, 2015 at 2:00 AM Posted Mar. 8, 2015 at 2:00 AM » Social News Sunday, March 8 Spiritual Service: Eckankar will offer a Community HU event at 10 a.m. Sunday, March 8, at the Ashland Community Center, 59 Winburn Way, Ashland. Following at 11 a.m. be a worship service titled "What is Life Teaching Me Now?" Call 541-708-0584. Jane Austen Society: Discuss Oliver Goldsmith's play, novel and Austen's margin notes in his "History of England" at 1 p.m. Sunday, March 8, at the Talent library, 101 Home St. Tea will be served. Call 541-482-3262. Playground Revitalization Open House: The Jacksonville/Applegate Valley Ford Institute Leadership Cohort will give a presentation from 2 to 4 p.m. on plans for playscape enhancement at Cantrall-Buckley County Park at Applegate River Lodge, 15100 Highway 238. Japanese Movies: The Japanese Association of Southern Oregon will show the animated film "My Neighbor Totoro," rated G, at 12:45 p.m. and "Departures," rated PG-13, at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 8, in the Meese Auditorium at Southern Oregon University in Ashland. Admission is free, and donations to help the children of Fukushima will be accepted. See ja-so311.org. International Women's Day Event: The Ashland branch of the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom will observe International Women's Day from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, March 8, at Ashland First Congregational United Church of Christ, 717 Siskiyou Blvd. Winners of the organization's essay contest will read their pieces. Call 541-488-9286.   Monday, March 9 Artists Workshop: The group of regional painters invites others to join in painting and drawing sessions and critiques at 10 a.m. Mondays. Call 541-324-7624 for location. Toddlerobics: Children 2 and older can exercise their minds, bodies and spirits during Toddlerobics: Movement, Music and Me! from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Mondays in the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave. Exercises include the crab walk, bear crawl and jumping jacks. Children will also sing and dance to songs while playing musical games. Call 541-774-8679 or see jcls.org. Family Movie: The 2014 animated film "Birds of Paradise," rated PG, will be shown from 2:45 to 4:30 p.m. Monday, March 9, at the Phoenix library, 510 W. First St. Snacks will be served. Call 541-535-7090 or see jcls.org. Family Film: The 2014 Disney film "Big Hero 6," rated PG, will be shown from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Monday, March 9, at the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave. Call 541-774-8679 or see jcls.org. Library Game Night: The Medford library and Rogue Community College will host a game night from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Monday, March 9, in the Adams room of the library, 205 S. Central Ave., Medford. A selection of board games will be provided, but participants are encouraged their own. Call 541-774-8679 or see jcls.org. Poetry Reading: Read and discuss your favorite poems from 5 to 6 p.m. Mondays, Feb. 9 and March 9, at the Phoenix library, 510 W. First St. Refreshments will be served. Call 541-535-7090 or see jcls.org. Spanish/English Conversation: English-speakers learning Spanish and Spanish-speakers learning English can attend a free conversation hour from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Mondays at the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave. Participants speak Spanish for half of the hour, and English for the second half. Call 541-774-8679 or see jcls.org. Hip Hop Poetry Open Mic: The Oregon Shakespeare Festival will hold a free Hip Hop Poetry Open Mic event from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, March 9, at the Black Swan, 15 S. Pioneer St. The SOU Performance Poetry Team will be the featured artist at the event. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and space is limited. See osfashland.org.   Tuesday, March 10 Rogue Valley Handweavers Guild: Beginners and experienced weavers can meet from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at First Presbyterian Church, 456 W. Pine St., Central Point. February's program will cover summer and winter weaving. Bring a bag lunch. Some refreshments will be provided. Call 541-779-2912. Social Benefit Dance Club: Dance to standards performed by keyboard and horn player Dave Flick from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Tuesdays at Rogue Valley Square Dance Center, 3377 Table Rock Road, Medford. Call 541-664-6642. Wii at the Library: An instructor will be on hand to help people of all ages play social Nintendo Wii games from 3 to 5 p.m. Tuesdays at the Central Point library, 116 S. Third St. Call 541-664-3228 or see jcls.org. Special Needs Art Class: A hands-on art course for youth with special needs will be from 3 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, at Ashland Art Center, 357 E. Main St. The class is free, but registration is required. Email [email protected] or call 541-482-2772. Spanish-English Conversation Group: A Spanish-English conversation group meets from 3 to 4 p.m. Tuesdays at the Talent library, 101 Home St. Some are learning English and some are learning Spanish. Call 541-535-4163 or see jcls.org. Book Chat: A book chat group will discuss "Still Alice" by Lisa Genova from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, at the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave. Call 541-774-8679 or see jcls.org. Parents of Transgender Support Group: A support group for parents, family members and allies of children and youth who don't fit into gender norms runs from 6 to 7:30 p.m. second Tuesdays in Ashland. Email [email protected] for information and location. Vegetarian Cooking Class: Kumud Gokani will hold vegetarian Indian cooking classes from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, March 3-24, at her home, 47 Garfield St., Ashland. Cost is $30 per class, and includes recipe printouts and a full meal. Call 541-488-0575 or see www.cookingwithkumud.com. Cribbage Tournament: Compete at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Mountain Mike’s Pizza, 2640 E. Barnett Road, Medford. Admission to the tournament costs $4.50. Call 541-773-2898. Public Meeting: The Ashland Planning Commission will hold a meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, at the Ashland Civic Center, 1175 E. Main St. Call 541-552-2064. Toastmasters Meeting: The University Toastmasters meets to improve public speaking and leadership skills from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Ashland library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd. North American Rock Garden Society: The Siskiyou Chapter meets at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month in Lidgate Hall, located behind the United Congregational Church of Christ, 1801 E. Jackson St., Medford. Admission is free, and refreshments will be served. 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