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Oregon transportation officials have placed at least 20 fiber-optic permit applications on hold while they determine whether the proposed installations support data center operations. The review follows Gov. Tina Kotek’s September directive pausing state approvals for certain data center projects on state-owned land. The affected applications involve fiber lines planned[Read More...] The post State Fiber Permit Review appeared first on Rogue River Press.

Nearly 200 Special Olympics athletes gathered at Rogue X in Medford on Saturday, Oct. 31, for a regional swimming competition that brought together participants from across Southern Oregon. Swimmers traveled from Jackson, Josephine, Douglas, and Klamath counties, as well as the South Coast. The meet ran from 9 a.m. to[Read More...] The post Nearly 200 Compete In Special Olympics Swim Meet appeared first on Rogue River Press.

Pacific Power has reached a proposed settlement with Oregon Public Utility Commission staff and other parties that would keep the average residential rate increase to about 0.3% in April 2027, compared with April 2026. The settlement includes a proposed 9% general rate increase. Other rate reductions and adjustments during the[Read More...] The post Pacific Power Settlement Would Limit Rate Increase To 0.3% appeared first on Rogue River Press.

Many people give to charities because they want to help neighbors, families, animals, veterans, or people affected by disasters. Scammers take advantage of that generosity. They may invent a charity, pretend to represent a familiar organization, or use an urgent story to pressure someone into donating before they have time[Read More...] The post Fake Charity Scams: How To Give Safely appeared first on Rogue River Press.

ODOT Roadwork Update for Jackson and Josephine Counties Drivers on Oregon 62 should expect delays of less than 20 minutes at Lost Creek Lake Bridge. Nighttime lane and ramp closures continue on Interstate 5 north of Grants Pass, while daytime lane closures are expected on Oregon 238 at New Hope[Read More...] The post ODOT Road Construction Update for November 4, 2026 appeared first on Rogue River Press.

ALEX GETZ, age 75, of Rogue River, died October 25, 2026, at his home. Arrangements with Hull & Hull Funeral Directors. The post Getz Death Notice appeared first on Rogue River Press.

JEANETTE MAXINE UMSCHEID, age 89, of Central Point, died October 25, 2026, at her home. Arrangements with Hull & Hull Funeral Directors. The post Umscheid Death Notice appeared first on Rogue River Press.

Record 52 Businesses Participate In Rogue River’s Annual Trick-Or-Treat Celebration Halloween spirit filled downtown Rogue River on Friday, Oct. 30, as costumed children, families and community members gathered for the 19th annual Trick-or-Treat on Main Street, presented by the Rogue River Press. The popular community tradition reached a new milestone[Read More...] The post Halloween Magic Takes Over Main Street appeared first on Rogue River Press.

A threat reported to a bus driver before school on Thurs., Oct. 29, triggered an immediate safety response at Rogue River Junior Senior High School. “We received notification from our transportation department that a threat was reported to a bus driver indicating a potential safety risk to students and staff[Read More...] The post Threat Reported To Bus Driver At RRJSHS appeared first on Rogue River Press.

A tracked snow vehicle built in Medford has earned statewide bragging rights, winning Oregon’s Coolest Thing Made in Oregon competition for 2026. Tucker Sno-Cat’s Model 1600 Over-Snow Vehicle took the title after defeating Tillamook’s sharp cheddar cheese in the final round of public voting. The winner was announced Oct. 28[Read More...] The post Medford Manufacturer Wins Oregon’s Coolest Thing Made Award appeared first on Rogue River Press.