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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 Lundberg, Mannenbach leading Eagle Point races Caballero, Lightheart winning Medford school board election Ashland schools levy passing big Two arrested after pursuit through Jackson County Atkinson one step closer to state appointment Crime, Courts and Emergency Services Two arrested after pursuit through Jackson County UPDATE: School bus driver killed in crash near Rogue River identified Explosive vehicle fire lands Medford man in jail Emergency services, May 19 Medford police identify woman found dead in field Politics and Elections Lundberg, Mannenbach leading Eagle Point races Jackson County district election turnout under 17 percent Arthur I. 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Ashland Ski Area proposes summer adventure center Jackson County declares drought disaster State News Lawmakers seek authority to impeach Government releases wildfire plan to protect struggling bird in West Bill would press Lane County doctors to take Medicaid patients Senate panel passes medical pot rules Oregon wildlife officials eye phased-in hunting, fishing fee increases Nation - World There's a $10 million precious stone hidden in plain sight at Grand Central Obituaries Death Notices Barbara Ann Simmons William Odell Emmens Clarence Allen (Al) Swearingen George Frederick Christensen Weather Photo Galleries Since You Asked Videos Web Cams Mail Tribune 100 Shareable Check out top import and export for every U.S. state Patriots fan sets up GoFundMe page to help pay for team's Deflategate fine Sports Latest Stories South Medford falls in play-in to Newberg Raiders prepare for NAIA national meet Holmes heads SOU recruiting class Timberwolves win draft lottery, Lakers No. 2 The Beautiful Game Varsity 541 College Sports Raiders prepare for NAIA national meet Holmes heads SOU recruiting class Golson undecided, could visit other schools Oregon track sweeps at Pac-12s Hovinga stars on mound as Ducks advance Pro Sports Timberwolves win draft lottery, Lakers No. 2 Marlins fall in Jennings' debut Lottery still creates hope, headlines after 30 years San Diego committee unveils plans for $1.1 billion stadium Spoilers lurk as American Pharoah seeks history Community Sports Business Latest Stories Allegiant Air resumes flights to Arizona Two Crown Markets planned for Talent Cars We Remember: 1955 and 1956 Plymouth memories Blog: L is For... Blog: Cash deals for homes inches toward normal levels Real Estate News Single-family home sales take off Never enough: New Starbucks proposed on Barnett Road in Medford Jackson County debt-ridden homeowners have an option New home in an old house Naumes plans custom-crush winery in former packing house People In Business People in Business Transportation Allegiant Air resumes flights to Arizona Tourism stronger than ever in Southern Oregon Medford airport still flying high with record passenger counts Erickson finds room to work at Medford airport Lithia Motors nets $40.7 million in first quarter Agriculture 1-800Flowers.com reports $10.5 million loss in third quarter Naumes plans custom-crush winery in former packing house Opinion Latest Granlund cartoon: David Letterman farewell Dianne Williamson: Rare talent needn’t tread lightly on taboo topics Granlund cartoon: Sen. Warren vs. Obama Michael Gerson: War lessons for the GOP Letters to the Editor, May 19 Editorials Our View: Take it easy on hunting and fishing fees Our View: Kicking state government down the road Other Views: Keeping marijuana away from minors Our view: Legislature should fix both marijuana laws Our View: City should let SkyPark project move ahead Letters to the Editor Letters to the Editor, May 19 Letters to the Editor, May 18 Letters to the Editor, May 17 Letters to the Editor, May 15 Letters to the Editor, May 14 Columns Michael Gerson: War lessons for the GOP George Barnes: We need to help free Tom Brady Kathleen Parker: Jeb Bush's unfortunate honesty George Will: Santorum — The return of the GOP's runner-up Dana Milbank: The domain of 'dot-sucks' Guest Opinions Guest Opinion: Ample water? Think again Guest Opinion: Oregon mothers need much more than flowers Guest Opinion: Child poverty and the Schneider Children’s Center Guest Opinion: Animal-killing program pulls wool over taxpayers' eyes Guest Opinion: Uniting to restore our sovereignty to we, the people Lifestyle Latest stories It Is What It Is: The power of the spoken word Potluck: A Gooey Butter Cake to cherish Community blog: Pucker up for quick rhubarb-celery-berry pickle Shayne Looper: Escape from the 'Big Me' culture Donna Knight: How to lessen your risk Food Potluck: A Gooey Butter Cake to cherish Community blog: Pucker up for quick rhubarb-celery-berry pickle Food for Thought: Grapes deliver sweet healthy goodness Kitchen Call: Cakes — not just for birthdays Community blog: Rhubarb's sour stalks have surprising savory side Home and Garden Home Help: Keep a man cave top of mind when choosing a new home Learning to be a water watcher in these dry times Betty Montgomery: Longleaf pines making a comeback Pergola, arbor, gazebo: Learn the differences Dear Monty: Five tips for companies to reduce relocation costs Health Donna Knight: How to lessen your risk Community blog: Little Free Libraries Community blog: Fasting out of Cancer Brent St. Germain: Weight loss goes to the dogs Community blog: Don't Fall for This Part 2 Hiking Biking Faith Religion Briefs: Friday, May 15 Religion Briefs: Friday, May 8 Religion Briefs: Friday, May 1 Religion Briefs: Friday, April 24 Milestones and Achievements Prefontaine-style running trail proposed in south Medford Bukair-Hinkle Wedding: Stephanie Anne Obad and Mark Douglass Schmor Ashland water bills could go up to fund watershed protection Drones helping create unique wedding photos Columnist for a Day Rogue Healthy Aging Tempo Latest stories Laurie Lewis, Tom Rozum at The Mountain House Sly & Robbie play Historic Ashland Armory Live Music in Local Clubs 5 picks for live entertainment Steve Poltz, Grant-Lee Phillips at Old Ashland Armory Theater OSF commissioned plays tour throughout country 'Cuckoo's Nest' is a big play, well presented 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest' REVIEW: Randall Theatre's 'Little Shop of Horrors' a rollicking good time REVIEW: Carson, Patton shine in 'Arsenic and Old Lace' Music Laurie Lewis, Tom Rozum at The Mountain House Sly & Robbie play Historic Ashland Armory Live Music in Local Clubs Blues great B.B. King dead at 89 Steve Poltz, Grant-Lee Phillips at Old Ashland Armory Community Events Third Friday: 'Into the Woods' is a must-see 5 things to see at Art in Bloom Flowers, art and music highlight Art in Bloom Hip-Hop Poetry Open Mic at OSF's Black Swan in Ashland Ashland's First Friday Art Walk showcases new exhiits by regional artists Movies Movie review: ‘Mad Max’ is a fresh, fantastic approach to a classic idea Your A-to-Z guide to the ‘Mad Max’ franchise Movie review: ‘Mad Max: Fury Road’ will leave your inner 12-year-old giggling with glee Movie review: ‘Hot Pursuit’ is a hot mess George Miller returns to his ‘Mad Max’ roots Dining 6 stars of the Rogue Valley food universe Cool down with a cold one (or two, or three) Nguyen Street Food From rustic to elegant: Wine tasting in Southern Oregon Quick, easy, versatile Tempo Videos Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED   » Obits Blogs TV Listings Movie Listings Oregon Outdoors Oregon Healthy Living Special Sections Business Services NEWS NOW   Lundberg, Mannenbach leading Eagle Point races       ...       Caballero, Lightheart winning Medford school board election       ...       Ashland schools levy passing big       ...       Lundberg, Mannenbach leading Eagle Point races       ...       Caballero, Lightheart winning Medford school board election       ...       Ashland schools levy passing big       ...           Get Up & Go: Nov. 13 Comment MailTribune.com Writer Posted Nov. 13, 2014 at 12:01 AM Posted Nov. 13, 2014 at 12:01 AM »  Social News Thursday, Nov. 13 Library Board Q&A: The Rogue Valley League of Women Voters will hold a Q&A session with the Jacskon County Library Board at noon Thursday, Nov. 13, at the Medford library, 205 S. Central Ave. A brown bag lunch and League business begins at 11:30 a.m. See www.lwvroguevalley.org.  Learn to Download Library Books: There will be a hands-on workshop with instructions to download library materials on tablet computers and e-readers from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, at the Ashland library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd. Call 541-774-8679 or see www.jcls.org. Beat Holiday Stress: Professional organizer Jenny Morin, licensed massage therapist Marlys Robbins and licensed counselor Shirley Lawyer-Hellman will provide tips and skills to reduce holiday stress from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, in the community room at Wynwood Assisted Living, 3033 E. Barnett Road, Medford. Cost is $15, and refreshments and door prizes will be offered. RSVP by calling 541-261-3760. Author Event: Authors Mary Z. Maher and Alan Armstrong will speak about their book "Telling the Story: Oregon Shakespeare Actors" at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, at Bloomsbury Books, 290 E. Main St., Ashland. The book tells the stories of a dozen actors from the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. Free. Call 541-488-0029. Library TED Talk: Jeff Lieberman's TED Talk video about "Science and Spirituality" will be shown at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, at the Ashland library, 410 Siskiyou Blvd. Lieberman is an MIT-trained artist, scientist and engineer, who will make a scientific argument for mystical experience. A discussion will follow the video. Call 541-774-6996 or see www.jcls.org. SOU Play Opening: Southern Oregon University's production of "Red Noses" opens at 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, in the Center Stage Theatre at SOU, 1250 Siskiyou Blvd., Ashland. The play tells the story of a friar in 14th-century France who seeks to spread joy and humor by assembling a troupe of red-nosed fools during the height of the Black Plague. Performances are 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, Nov. 13-15, and Nov. 20-22, and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 22-23. Tickets cost $21, $18 for seniors, and $6 for students. Call 541-552-6348 or see www.sou.edu/performingarts. Vital Aging Film: As part of the AARP's Vital Aging Conference, there will be a screening of the documentary film "Running Wild: The Life of Dayton O. Hyde" at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, at the Smullin Center, 2825 E. Barnett Road, Medford. The film tells the story of Dayton Hyde, who at age 62 began an effort to preserve the American West's wild horses, vanishing landscapes and historic traditions. Admission is a requested donation of two nonperishable food items. Register by visiting www.tinyurl.com/runningwildmedford or call 1-877-926-8300.  Peace Lecture: Mary Ann Jones, Doug Rowe and Eileen Dunn will talk about speaking for peace through music, plays and poetry in a lecture titled "Speaking for Peace in Times of War" at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, at the Meese Room at Hannon Library at Southern Oregon University, 1250 Siskiyou Blvd. A short film featuring William Stafford, "Every War Has Two Losers," will follow. Call 541-552-6816 or email [email protected]. Charles Guy and Linda Powers: The guitar and violin duo will play original music with Spanish flavors and flamenco flair from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, at Belle Fiore, 955 Dead Indian Memorial Road, Ashland. Admission is free. Call 541-552-4900 or see www.bellefiorewine.com. Town Hall Meeting: The Jacksonville Fire Department, Jacksonville CERT and representatives from the Oregon Department of Forestry will hold a town hall meeting to encourage the formation of "Firewise" groups in six Jacksonville communities at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, at the Naverson Room of the Jacksonville library, 340 W. C St. Call 541-846-1460 or email [email protected]. Crater Renaissance Academy Play:  "The Night Thoreau Spent in Jail" runs at 7 p.m. daily through Saturday, Nov. 15, at the Crater Performing Arts Center, 655 N. Third St., Central Point. Admission is $7, or $5 for students and seniors. Call 541-494-6300. Spotlight on Irving Berlin preview: The preview production for Camelot Theatre's "Spotlight on Irving Berlin" will be at 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, at 101 Talent Ave., Talent. The event features narrators and vocalists Rose Passione and Erik Connolly as a four-piece orchestra accompanies them through a repertoire of 23 songs including "How Deep is the Ocean," "Cheek to Cheek" and "Puttin' on the Ritz." The production runs at 8 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 23. Tickets for the preview are $20, and regular performances are $24. Call 541-535-5250 or see www.camelottheatre.org.   Friday, Nov. 14 Dharma Talk: Tibetan Buddhist Lama Chhoje Rinpoche will present a talk, "Working with Anger," from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, at Trinity Episcopal Church, 44 N. Second St., Ashland. Cost is a suggested donation of $25. Call 541-512-1604 or see www.pmctr.org. Art Inspires Ashland: A weekend of art presentations and workshops kicks off with hors d'oeuvres and a silent auction at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, followed by presentations on portrait drawing, body painting and fiber art and design beginning at 7 p.m. in the Ashland Springs Hotel ballroom, 212 E. Main St. Friday night tickets cost $35. Workshops with varying fees continue on Saturday and Sunday. For more information, see www.artinspiresashland.org. PHS Play Opening: Phoenix High School's production of William Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" will open at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14, at the Rose Street Theatre at Phoenix High School, 745 N. Rose St., Phoenix. The colorful production is fast-paced and set in the 1980s. Performances are at 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Nov. 14-15 and 21-22. Admission costs $10, $8 for seniors, and $5 for students.  Documentary Premiere: An advance public screening of "State of Jefferson, an Oregon Public Broadcasting "Oregon Experience" documentary, will be shown at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, at Meese Auditorium at Southern Oregon University, 1250 Siskiyou Blvd., Ashland. The documentary covers efforts to create an independent state in Northern California and Southern Oregon, including a 1941 effort between California and Oregon counties. The program will air at 9 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17, on SOPTV. Admission is free. See www.opb.is/sojkf.  David Pinsky & Phil Newton: The guitar and harmonica duo will perform original music in the style of '60s Chicago blues, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, at Belle Fiore Winery, 955 Dead Indian Memorial Road, Ashland. Admission is free. Call 541-552-4900 or see www.bellefiorewine.com. Ski Swap: The annual Southern Oregon Ski & Snowboard Swap will run from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16, at St. Mary's School, 816 Black Oak Drive, Medford. All proceeds benefit local high school ski education programs. See www.southernoregonskiswap.com or call 541-621-4699. Buddhism Event: The Tibetan Buddhist Center Kagyu Sukha Chöling will host Lama Lodru Rinpoche in a presentation titled "Expressing the Heart of Compassion" from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, at 109 Clear Creek Drive, Ashland. Lodru will discuss ways to cultivate and strengthen compassion. Cost is a suggested donation of $25. Call 541-552-1769 or see www.kscashland.org. Bob Haworth: The singer, songwriter and guitarist of The Brothers Four and The Kingston Trio fame will perform from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, at 2Hawk Winery, 2335 N. Phoenix Road, Medford. Admission is free. Call 541-779-9463 or see www.2hawkwinery.com. Roberta Piket and Billy Mintz Quartet: Pianist and composer Roberta Piket, along with drummer Billy Mintz, sax player John Gross and bassist Putter Smith, will perform swinging and innovative straight-ahead jazz at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, at Artistic Piano Gallery, 1390 Biddle Road, No. 102, Medford. Tickets cost $25, $10 for students, and will be available at the door. Call 541-301-7988 or see www.robertajazz.com for information.   MailTribune.com Writer Posted Nov. 13, 2014 at 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. Southern Oregon Directory Featured Businesses Loading... 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