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0 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 10 things to know for Wednesday Ashland mayor proposes quality-of-life development efforts 10 things to know for Tuesday Emergency services Students send heartfelt message to missing Ashland girl Crime, Courts and Emergency Services Emergency services Jackson County pair jailed for murder of North Carolina motel manager Klamath Falls man charged in DUII crash that killed Eagle Point woman Woman struck and killed by vehicle in Josephine County Retrial begins in botched murder case that helped unseat a judge Politics and Elections Ashland aims for diversity, but numbers show shortfall Kent Bush: The keys to decoding the State of the Union address Oregon Legislature convenes, session starts Feb. 12 Councilman stirs online dust-up with anti-marijuana post Education State boosts class time expectation A wealth of experience Ballroom dance class is a hit with North Medford students Talent Elementary students learn to tinker Local elementary and middle school students qualify for state chess championships Environment Commissioners won't object to BLM road closures Mt. Ashland Ski Area crew dips to five Public sounds off on gas pipeline Mt. Ashland ski area announces layoffs Bear cub headed to rehabbers in Idaho State News Two new wolves confirmed in Southern Oregon, state reviewing status of northeastern packs Oregon transportation package hits snag over fuel standards 43,000 Oregonians waiting for Medicaid approval Oregon focus of effort to expand background checks for guns TripCheck adding more weather stations, cameras Nation - World Obituaries Stephen Allen Davis Fred Keene Alan James Curdy Lillian Marie DeAscentis Death Notices Weather Photo Galleries Since You Asked Videos Web Cams Mail Tribune 100 Shareable In memoriam: 2014’s notable deaths Looking back: Do you remember 2014’s biggest stories? Sports Latest Stories Tornado pulls away from Cavemen North girls clamp down on GP Challengers fall shy in wrestling South overwhelms Roseburg Irving's 38 lift Cavs past Pistons Varsity 541 College Sports VCU routs George Washington behind freshman Howard chosen NAIA coach of the year Hot-shooting Heels knock off Syracuse Mariota plans to compete at pro day Arizona tops Oregon in OT Pro Sports Irving's 38 lift Cavs past Pistons Serena advances, Venus out of Aussie Allenby stands by story, says truth will come out Lynch speaks, but says little at Media Day Browner has strong words for ex-teammates Community Sports Local Events Business Latest Stories Darigold to shutter Medford plant, putting 29 out of work Blog: Radio Shack mall leases could be in demand December report shows jobless rate improving Blog: Mobile ordering may become norm at Starbucks Ride & Drive: 2015 Audi Q5 Real Estate News New owners of Medford Center promise a hands-on approach: Home loan rates continue to fall, applications soar Jackson County real estate market headed back to normal Dear Monty: Best start for 1st-time homebuyers People In Business People in Business Transportation The heart of Brammo will remain Want to be an investor? Four companies will be pitching their plan to you Medford airport traffic flies to new heights Agriculture Darigold to shutter Medford plant, putting 29 out of work Rising prices bear fruit for local pear growers Opinion Latest Letters to the Editor, Jan. 28 Our View: Updating Oregon's presence in the U.S. Capitol Kathleen Parker: The sacrifice of Sarah Palin Our View: We're overdue for a big shakeup Letters to the Editor, Jan. 27 Editorials Our View: Updating Oregon's presence in the U.S. Capitol Our View: We're overdue for a big shakeup Our View: Asphalt saga nears end of the road Other Views: Governor should not forget rural Oregon Our View: Edible marijuana risks demand strict rules Letters to the Editor Letters to the Editor, Jan. 28 Letters to the Editor, Jan. 27 Letters to the Editor, Jan. 26 Letters to the Editor, Jan. 25 Letters to the Editor, Jan. 23 Guest Opinions Guest Opinion: Market forces work against LNG project's success Guest Opinion: More reasons to oppose gas pipeline A fair shot for all: addressing our low-wage crisis Guest Opinion: SOU biomass burner would be big mistake Guest Opinion: Reforms needed to build upon John Day’s success Lifestyle Latest stories Lost in Suburbia: The art of the perfect squeegee HealthStyle: Are you in an unhealthy relationship? Gail Ciampa: Marcona almonds make this a salad with substance Dear Monty: Is a home ‘trade-in’ a good idea? 5 Things to Do This Super Bowl Weekend (Jan. 30-Feb. 1) Food Gail Ciampa: Marcona almonds make this a salad with substance The next Pike Place Market? Food for Thought: These healthy Super Bowl snacks are game-changers Community blog: For light, lacy tempura, minimize mixing batter Community blog: Trends aside, butternut squash a seasonal darling Home and Garden Dear Monty: Is a home ‘trade-in’ a good idea? Buying a home? Consider its walkability Home Help: 5 ways to revamp your outdoor living space this year Paint a room or two in a weekend Dear Monty: Sell home now? Or wait until summer? Health HealthStyle: Are you in an unhealthy relationship? Community blog: Breathe Away Anxiety Health Watch: Why you should consider the Mediterranean diet Community blog: Best Cities for Aging? - Not Medford Healthy Aging: Whether supper or dinner, it's best eaten together Hiking Biking Faith Religion briefs, Jan. 23 Religion briefs Old stained-glass windows face threats Churches start new year with messages of hope Milestones and Achievements 50 years and counting: Bulebar Wedding: Lindsey-Maria Rios New arrivals Columnist for a Day Rogue Healthy Aging Tempo Latest stories Eric Church blends rock and country on arena tour Bill Frisell turns tunes into art forms Ballyhoo! plays the Brickroom Review: Randall Theatre's 'Irma Vep' is low brow, high laughs Live Music in Local Clubs Theater Randall Theatre presents playwright Charles Ludlam's comedy "The Mystery of Irma Vep" Roy Orbison tribute hits high note Thanks for the Memories Theatre presents 'Cardenio' Thanks for the Memories Theatre presents 'Rent' Tangled up in Dylan Music Eric Church blends rock and country on arena tour Bill Frisell turns tunes into art forms Ballyhoo! plays the Brickroom Live Music in Local Clubs Songs of the '60s highlight 'Those Were the Days' Community Events Paula Poundstone performs at the Craterian Len Dickson's 'Fall Harvest' to grace Belle Fiore wine label A look at the life and vision of Martin Luther King Jr. Ty Barnett and Ian Harris are 'Divided' Elaine Witteveen's new exhibit 'Wings' opens at the Rogue Gallery Dining The Vine offers a taste of Italy Cheeseburgers on the cheap Valley View — It's all in the family Patty Groth's Morning Glory is still a delight Entertaining with a gift of treasure Tempo Videos Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED » Obituaries Blogs TV Listings Movie Listings Oregon Outdoors Oregon Healthy Living Magazines & Special Sections NEWS NOW Our View: Updating Oregon's presence in the U.S. Capitol ... Get Up & Go: Wednesday, Jan. 28 ... Ashland mayor proposes quality-of-life development efforts ... Our View: Updating Oregon's presence in the U.S. Capitol ... Get Up & Go: Wednesday, Jan. 28 ... Ashland mayor proposes quality-of-life development efforts ... Religion News: American cardinal criticizes Pope Francis Comment MailTribune.com Writer Posted Nov. 6, 2014 @ 2:00 am Updated Nov 6, 2014 at 11:05 AM Posted Nov. 6, 2014 @ 2:00 am Updated Nov 6, 2014 at 11:05 AM GHNS » Social News Week in religion American Cardinal Raymond Leo Burke said in a recent interview with Spanish weekly Vida Nueva that the pope’s leadership has left the church like “a ship without a rudder,” highlighting conservative Catholics’ disagreements with Pope Francis. The pope’s recent statements on creationism, divorce and gays within the Catholic church, among other topics, have made the him some fans among progressive Catholics, but have left the church’s leadership divided. Survey says A recent international poll by Ipsos MORI found that people all over the world overestimate the proportion of their countries’ Muslim population. According to Ipsos MORI, on average, poll respondents guessed that their country was 16 percent Muslim, when the actual proportion was closer to 3 percent. Good book? “Faith and Feminism,” from editors Phyllis Trible and B. Diane Lipsett “Faith and Feminism” brings together leading voices in biblical studies, inter-religious encounters, theology and ethics. Originally delivered as part of the Phyllis Trible Lecture Series at Wake Forest University School of Divinity (2003-2013), these essays demonstrate the breadth of feminist interpretation on compelling topics: interpretation of sacred texts; Judeo-Christian and Islamic perspectives; gender and sexuality; race and cultural identity; and ecology and religion. An international group of writers, both established scholars and new voices, contribute. Readers can explore the impact of feminisms on faiths and faiths on feminisms. — Westminster John Knox Press The word Imam: In everyday use, any person who leads a congregational prayer. Traditionally, only men have been imams, although women are allowed to serve as imams for other women. To lead prayers, one does not have to be a cleric. In a more formal sense, an imam is a religious leader, but can also be a political leader. Many Shiites believe imams are intercessors with God; many also believe in the Twelve Imams, descendants of Prophet Muhammad whom they consider his rightful successors. — ReligionStylebook.com Religion around the world According to the CIA World Factbook, the religious makeup of Indonesia is: -87.2 percent Muslim -7 percent Christian -2.9 percent Roman Catholic -1.7 percent Hindu -.90 percent other (including Buddhist and Confucian) -.40 percent unspecified More Content Now MailTribune.com Writer Posted Nov. 6, 2014 @ 2:00 am Updated Nov 6, 2014 at 11:05 AM » Comment or view comments Reader Reaction » STAY INFORMED Email NewsLetter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. calendar Connect with MailTribune.com Facebook Twitter RSS Back to top Reader Services Reader Services Home Subscriptions Subscriber controls Contact us Submissions Photos Events Letters to the editor Corrections Announcements Obituaries Story ideas Since you asked Alerts Email Alerts RSS Feeds Text Alerts Advertise Media Kit Home Products and services Ad rates Advertising contacts Mail Tribune Daily Tidings The Nickel Shop Our Valley Blogs Stay Informed Email newsletter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. 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