Document text
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 Medford councilor evaluations of city manager a mixed bag of criticism, praise Library doors will be open longer across Jackson County ACCESS in need of a holiday boost About $2,500 worth of tools stolen from home under construction Former Ashland police chief not involved in dispensary operations Crime, Courts and Emergency Services About $2,500 worth of tools stolen from home under construction Bullets pepper home, business in Medford Emergency Services Medford: Most dangerous city in Oregon? Caretaker charged with stealing from disabled clients Politics and Elections Time running out for O&C funds GMO vote recount still shows little change GMO labeling votes recounted under careful watch in Jackson County Kent Bush: First Amendment doesn’t mean what you think it means East Medford's the charm Education Table Rock solid: Elementary school praised for keeping attendance up Eagle Point superintendent invited to White House Eagle Point secures perimeter of Table Rock Elementary with new fence Medford school administrators get pay boost Students put their hearts into AIDS event Environment Home Help: Make your new house feel like home Bighorn sheep reintroduced along Klamath River Jackson County judge dismisses one Mt. View Paving case Advisory warns of blue-green algae bloom at Lost Creek Lake County calls for local control of federal lands State News GMO label backers sue over rejected ballots State will not sell Elliott State Forest State lags on grocery inspections OSU-Cascades request not in Kitzhaber's budget Teaching assistant strike goes into weekend Nation - World Grand jury won't indict Ferguson cop in shooting Obituaries Lucille (Smith) Allen Duane Cheney Cory Davis Robert R. Talbott Robert Archie Ferns Weather Photo Galleries Since You Asked Videos Web Cams Mail Tribune 100 Sports Latest Stories Big Three Galaxy’s Donovan ends stellar career on top Eastern Washington coach on OSU list Here are your best bets in other bowls Atanda earns mention on A-A unit Varsity 541 College Sports Big Three Eastern Washington coach on OSU list Here are your best bets in other bowls Atanda earns mention on A-A unit No. 1 Kentucky rolls Eastern Kentucky Pro Sports Galaxy’s Donovan ends stellar career on top Davis takes over scoring lead, takes down Lakers Blazers win fourth straight, drop Knicks to 4-18 Raiders shock 49ers in Battle of the Bay Spieth wins by record 10 shots at Isleworth Community Sports Keeping Fit: Runners need to do more than run to stay in shape RESULTS/STANDINGS LOCAL EVENTS Business Latest Stories K-BAR ignites agriculture boom beneath Table Rocks State lags on grocery inspections Blog: Bear Creek Plaza next up on the market Silvio Calabi: The world loves a Wrangler Jackson County judge dismisses one Mt. View Paving case Real Estate News More sales, but no change in residential housing median price Dear Monty: Violation of HOA rules creates conflict Farmers file suit over GMO crop ban People In Business People in Business, Dec. 3 People in Business, Nov. 18 Transportation Allegiant Air will resume Medford-Phoenix service May 22 Medford airport passenger counts sky high in October Agriculture K-BAR ignites agriculture boom beneath Table Rocks Southern Oregon wine industry had a robust 2013 Farmers file suit over GMO crop ban Lawsuit seeks to overturn Jackson County's GMO ban or net $4.2 million for farms Latest count shows Measure 92 supporters narrowing deficit Opinion Latest Granlund cartoon: William and Barack Letters to the Editor, Dec. 8 Our View: Land takeover a sincere but empty gesture Letters to the Editor, Dec. 7 Guest Opinion: SOU pool decision short-sighted Editorials Our View: Land takeover a sincere but empty gesture Other Views: OSU rape case is a teaching opportunity Our View: Oregon budget should plan for rain Our View: Cheers and jeers Our View: Stay flexible on kindergarten hours Letters to the Editor Letters to the Editor, Dec. 8 Letters to the Editor, Dec. 7 Letters to the Editor, Dec. 5 Letters to the Editor, Dec. 4 Letters to the Editor, Dec. 3 Guest Opinions Guest Opinion: SOU pool decision short-sighted Guest Opinion: It's time for biologists to let OR-7 go dark Guest Opinion: It's time Oregon put a price on carbon Guest Opinion: Are we the preferred path to global devastation? Guest Opinion: Fight for the rights of independent voters will continue Lifestyle Latest stories Get a Life: How I finally learned moderation at the gym Dr. Murray Feingold: Be thankful for ease of medical care Jeff Vrabel: Is free coffee for life a good idea? It Is What It Is: Everyone needs a stress ball Kitchen Call: Hints for gluten-free holidays Food Kitchen Call: Hints for gluten-free holidays Community blog: Merry Christmas 10 Barrel! (Big Brewery vs Small Independent Brewer) Community blog: Lentil cooking water doubles as soup stock 'Amazing' Soup Roxy Ann winemaker has roots in Napa Valley Home and Garden Home Help: Make your new house feel like home Troubleshoot common water boiler problems Dear Monty: Ten helpful home-listing tips Home Help: Luxurious upgrades don’t have to break the bank 9 ways to green your gift wrap Health Community blog: Unsubscribe.com Community blog: Redefining Family Dr. Murray Feingold: Say it like you mean it Community blog: Guiltless Holidays Better for our Health HealthStyle: Develop an attitude of gratitude Hiking Biking Faith Religion news: Pope aims to expedite sex abuse rulings Religion news: Seattle-based mega-church dissolves Religion Briefs Milestones and Achievements Time running out for O&C funds Hire 'em and pray for snow Madi-Stiles A New Song Rogers-Horn Columnist for a Day Rogue Healthy Aging Tempo Latest stories 4 Things to do this Week Theater review: 'Fiddler' charms audience in magical Camelot performance Ooblies Artisan Waffle Sandwiches Bedford Falls comes to life at Randall SOU presents all-percussion concert Theater Theater review: 'Fiddler' charms audience in magical Camelot performance Bedford Falls comes to life at Randall Camelot presents 'Fiddler on the Roof' OCT's holiday show is a wonderful play New 'Alice' has some for kids ... and adults Music SOU presents all-percussion concert Shae Johnson releases 'Can You Feel the Music' Jeff Kloetzel releases 'Long Time Coming' A new guitar slinger in town Peter Chianca: Top 40 songs even a dad could love Community Events Soroptimist holiday home tour features four houses this weekend Ashland's First Friday Art Walk showcases new exhiits by regional artists 2014 Providence Festival of Trees A grand illumination at the Commons Lighting up memories Dining Ooblies Artisan Waffle Sandwiches Brunch at Loft Brasserie The Bohemian Club Thanksgiving comes early at Taprock Tempo Videos Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED » Obituaries Blogs TV Listings Movie Listings Oregon Outdoors Oregon Healthy Living Magazines & Special Sections NEWS NOW Medford councilor evaluations of city manager a mixed bag of criticism, praise ... Library doors will be open longer across Jackson County ... GMO label backers sue over rejected ballots ... Medford councilor evaluations of city manager a mixed bag of criticism, praise ... Library doors will be open longer across Jackson County ... GMO label backers sue over rejected ballots ... Get Up & Go: Thursday, Oct. 23 MailTribune.com Writer Posted Oct. 23, 2014 @ 12:01 am Posted Oct. 23, 2014 @ 12:01 am » Social News Thursday, Oct. 23 Market Day: The Medford Growers Market is open from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursdays through Nov. 20 at the Medford Armory, 1701 S. Pacific Highway. See www.rvgrowersmarket.com. Solar Eclipse Viewing Party: ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum and Southern Oregon Skywatchers will host a viewing party for the partial solar eclipse from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, at ScienceWorks, 1500 E. Main St., Ashland. The eclipse is set to begin at 1:44 p.m. and reach its peak by 3:09 p.m. Filtered telescopes for viewing will be available. The event is free. call 541-482-6767 or see www.scienceworksmuseum.org. Jeff Kloetzel: The singer, songwriter and guitarist will play an acoustic mix of rock, folk and soul from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, at Belle Fiore, 955 Dead Indian Memorial Road, Ashland. A barbecue supper will be available. Admission is free. Call 541-552-4900 or see www.bellefiorewine.com. New West Guitar Group: John Storie, Perry Smith and Jeff Stein combine acoustic and electric guitar for their signature jazz and pop sound. Graduates of the University of Southern California's Thornton School of Music, the trio will perform at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, at Paschal Winery, 1122 Suncrest Road, Talent. Tickets cost $25, $10 for students, and reservations can be made online at siskiyoumusicproject.com, by emailing [email protected] or by calling 541-488-3869. Library E-Reader Demo: Learn to download digital library materials onto a tablet computer or e-reader from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, at the Eagle Point library, 239 W. Main St. The presentation will include time for questions and one-on-one assistance. Call 541-774-8679 or see www.jcls.org. Author Event: Mystic Healer Sonja Grace will speak about her book "Become an Earth Angel" at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, at Bloomsbury Books, 290 E. Main St. The reading is free. Call 541-488-0029 or see www.bloomsburyashland.com. Chautauqua Poets & Writers: Poet Mary Szybist will read at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, at the Mountain Avenue Theatre at Ashland High School, 201 S. Mountain Ave. Szybist is the author of the poetry compilation "Incarnadine & Granted," and is a winner of the National Book Award for Poetry. Tickets cost $15 at the door, or $20 for reserved seats. See www.chautauquawriters.org or call 541-826-8776. Men's Barbershop Singing: Men interested in singing four-part harmonies are invited to meetings of the Rogue Valley Harmonizers Chapter of the Barbershop Society at 7 p.m. Thursdays at First Presbyterian Church, 85 S. Holly St., Medford. Call 541-450-9352. Friday, Oct. 24 Art Exhibit: Gregory Martin will exhibit large mixed-media assemblages and paintings exploring the "visual voice" found in neglected areas of urban civilization, in the top floor SU Gallery in the Stevenson Union Building on the Southern Oregon University campus, 1250 Siskiyou Blvd., Ashland. Gallery hours are 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 p.m. to noon Saturdays. The exhibit runs through Oct. 31. United Nations Day at SOU: Honduran singer, feminist and activist Karla Lara will perform as part of events commemorating United Nations Day from 1 to 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, in the Meese Room of the Southern Oregon University Hannon Library, 1250 Siskiyou Blvd., Ashland. Providing the introduction and fostering a discussion will be Professor James Phillips. The event will also include a screening of the documentary: "Honduras, Crisis and Hope — An interview with Padre Melo." Book Sale: Find frightfully good bargains at the Spooktacular Book Sale from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Gold Hill library, 202 Dardanelles St. Proceeds help support Gold Hill library programs and activities. Call 541-855-1994 or see www.jcls.org. Monster Dash Pasta Party: An all-you-can-eat pasta party will be offered the night before the Monster Dash race, from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, at the Historic Ashland Armory, 208 Oak St., Ashland. The event will include dancing and live music by the family-friendly East Main Band, Oregon Duck football fans will be able to watch the game on the big screen, and there will be a silent auction to benefit Ashland Schools Foundation. Call 541-482-8197 or email [email protected]. Peace Documentary: There will be a free showing of the documentary film "Pray the Devil Back to Hell" at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, at the Congregational United Church of Christ of Ashland, 717 Siskiyou Blvd. The film tells the story of a how women banded together to end civil war in Liberia. The event is free. Call 541-488-9286. Mary Maudlin & Mad Tom: Aka Pat O'Scannell and Kevin Carr, the duo will present Halloween songs and stories from the borders between worlds at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, at Paschal Winery, 1122 Suncrest Road, Talent. Admission is $10 to $15. Call 541-301-5306 or email [email protected] for information and reservations. All Space & Time: Jazz pianist Dean Angermeier and his wife, Tina Angermeier, will perform a mix of pop, rock, jazz, funk, blues and more from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, at South Stage Cellars, 125 S. Third St., Jacksonville. Admission is free. Call 541-899-9120 or www.southstagecellars.com. Dia de los Muertos Art: Art Presence Art Center presents its second annual El Dia de los Muertos — or Day of the Dead — fiesta of visual arts, music and food from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays through Sundays through Nov. 2, at 206 N. Fifth St., Jacksonville. The exhibit features 28 artists and their paintings, assemblages and altars, photography, jewelry and handmade and decorated skulls. Free. 541-941-7057 or www.art-presence.org. Watercolor Exhibit: An 80-painting exhibit by the Watercolor Society of Oregon will run through Nov. 14, at the Rogue Gallery & Art Center, 40 S. Bartlett St., Medford. Call 541-772-8118 or see www.roguegallery.org. Slopes & Trails: Singles are invited to meet at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, at RoxyAnn Winery, 3285 Hillcrest Road, Medford. Slopes & Trails is a nonprofit organization providing social and recreational activities for singles every Friday night. Call 541-734-5688 or see www.slopes.org. Advanced Square Dancing: Dance with hosts the Scoot-N-Weavers from 7 to 10 p.m. the fourth Friday of every month at the Rogue Valley Square Dance Center, 3377 Table Rock Road, Medford. Admission is by donation. Call 541-772-8687. Ballroom Dancing: Beginning cha cha and jive begins at 7:30 p.m. followed by a Latin mix from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 24, at Evergreen Ballroom, 6088 Crater Lake Ave., Central Point. Admission is $8 before 8:30 p.m. and $6 after 8:30 p.m. and for youths. Call 541-826-8000 or www.evergreenballroom.com. Not Too Shabby: Vocalist Lisa Yriarte, guitarist Pete Brown and drummer Matthew Kriemelman will perform a mix of jazz, R&B, blues and pop from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, at Belle Fiore, 955 Dead Indian Memorial Road, Ashland. Admission is free. Call 541-552-4900 or see www.bellefiorewine.com. Pete Herzog & Snake Fat: Steel guitarist Pete Herzog, drummer Pete Wirt and bassist Dennis Walker will play a mix of original music and covers from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, at 2Hawk Winery, 2335 N. Phoenix Road, Medford. Admission is free. Call 541-779-9463 or see www.2hawkwinery.com. Saturday, Oct. 25 Market Day: The Ashland growers market is open from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays on Oak Street, between East Main Street and Lithia Way, and the Medford market is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays at Pear Blossom Park, on Bartlett Street between Fourth and Sixth streets, in downtown Medford. See www.rvgrowersmarket.com. Lithia Artisans Market: The outdoor arts-and-crafts market features fine art and a variety of wares by local artists and artisans and live music by regional musicians from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays on the Calle Guanajuato pedestrian walkway behind the Ashland Plaza. Call 541-301-9811 or see www.lithiaartisansmarket.com. Bear Creek Restoration Work Party: Join volunteers in making a healthier watershed by joining in a riparian-improvement work party from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 25, at Coyote Trails Nature Center, 2931 S. Pacific Highway, Medford. Tools, snacks and instructions will be provided. Work will include planting willows and other native species. All ages welcome. The event will be held rain or shine. Call 541-488-6606. Pedals, Pipes and Pizzazz: The Southern Oregon Chapter of the American Guild of Organists will present a free demonstration of a Rogers digital pipe three-manual organ at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2000 Oakwood Drive, Medford. The demonstration will include listening to organ music, watching a video about the organ, refreshments and opportunities to play the instrument. Call 541-482-3075 for information. Natural Resources Discussion: Southern Oregon Land Conservancy and Coalition of Oregon Land Trusts will host a conversation titled "Your Land, My Land: Using and Preserving Oregon's Natural Resources" from 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Gresham Room of the Ashland library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd. Moderating will be Portland State University professor Veronica Dujon. Call 503-719-4732 or email [email protected]. Halloween Pet Parade: Dressed-up pets can get treats, and owners have the opportunity to win prizes at noon Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Ashland Grange Co-op and Medford Pet Country stores. See www.grangecoop.com. Fundraiser Book Sale: Friends of the Animal Shelter will hold its monthly "Waggin' Tales" used book sale from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 25-26, at Jackson County Animal Shelter, 5595 S. Pacific Highway, Phoenix. See www.fotas.org. Wildlife Tracking Event: Coyote Trails School of Nature will present an introduction to wildlife tracking from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, at 2931 South Pacific Highway, Medford. The class is for ages 8 to adult, and will include the basics of animal tracking. Cost is $15, and participants should dress for the outdoors. See 541-772-1390 or see www.coyotetrails.org. Puss 'N Boots Costume Ball: Friends of the Animal Shelter will hold its 23rd annual fundraiser, the Puss 'n Boots Costume Ball and Auction, from 6 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Historic Ashland Armory, 208 B St., Ashland. The event will include live music by the Robbie DaCosta Band, a silent and live auction and costume contests. Tickets cost $45 and include a catered meal. Call 541-482-8172 or see www.fotas.org. Ed Dunsavage Trio: Jazz guitarist Ed Dunsavage, acoustic bassist Joe Cohoon and drummer Gary Hirsh will perform from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, at Belle Fiore, 955 Dead Indian Memorial Road, Ashland. Admission is free. Call 541-552-4900 or see www.bellefiorewine.com. Danielle Kelly & Paul Turnipseed: The vocal and guitar duo will play a mix of jazz and soul from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, at South Stage Cellars, 125 S. Third St., Jacksonville. Admission is free. Call 541-899-9120 or www.southstagecellars.com. TC & the Reactions: The band will play blues and R&B from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, at 2Hawk Winery, 2335 N. Phoenix Road, Medford. A free dance lesson will be available before the show. Admission is free. Call 541-779-9463 or see www.2hawkwinery.com. MailTribune.com Writer Posted Oct. 23, 2014 @ 12:01 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. Your privacy is important, read our privacy policy. © Copyright 2014 Local Media Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | Local Media Group Publications Original content available for non-commercial use under a Creative Commons license, except where noted. MailTribune.com | P.O. Box 1108, Medford, OR 97501