This week on Rogue Valley Pulse, we cover the latest headlines as Oregon’s state senate repeals wildfire hazard maps and the Bureau of Land Management sends timber revenues back to Jackson and Josephine counties.
Our community spotlight shines on the Oregon Cabaret Theatre in Ashland, a beloved local venue known for its dynamic musicals and gourmet dining.
Plus, we preview a lively weekend with the Talent Art Walk, Medford Rod and Custom Show, Oregon Cheese Festival, and the Rogue Valley Bike Swap. For music lovers, don’t miss a preview from the Fretdrifters, performing Friday at RoxyWinery Winery.
Stay tuned for the news, events, and voices that keep the Rogue Valley pulsing with energy and connection.
The music preview is from the Fretdrifters that will be playing at the RoxyWinery Winery this Friday.
Rogue Valley News
- Oregon Senate Unanimously Votes to Repeal Wildfire Hazard Map
Oregon’s Senate has voted 29-0 to repeal the state’s controversial wildfire hazard map, a tool designed to identify properties at high risk for wildfire and impose stricter building codes. The map, introduced in 2021, quickly drew criticism from rural property owners and lawmakers who argued it was inaccurate and unfairly penalized thousands of Oregonians. Many […]
- Timber Revenue Boosts Western Oregon Counties
The Bureau of Land Management has distributed more than $27.7 million in timber revenue to 18 western Oregon counties this week. Jackson county received $4.3 million and Josephine $3.3 million. These funds, generated from timber harvested on federal public lands, play a crucial role in supporting local services like emergency response, schools, and infrastructure. BLM […]
Community Spotlight
- Oregon Cabaret Theatre
Nestled in the heart of Ashland, the Oregon Cabaret Theatre stands as a beacon of entertainment, history, and community spirit. Housed in the restored “Old Pink Church,” a 1911 mission-style building, the theatre’s journey is as captivating as the performances it hosts. The building began as Ashland’s First Baptist Church and, after decades of vacancy […]
