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Mt. Ashland Pauses Ski Operations as Rain and Low Snowpack Disrupt Start of 2026 Season
Ski operations at Mt. Ashland Ski Area will pause indefinitely beginning January 1, 2026, following a stretch of forecasted rain and persistently low snowpack that has prevented sustainable winter conditions on the mountain. The decision reflects ongoing challenges faced by mountain recreation areas across Southern Oregon as weather patterns continue to fluctuate during what is traditionally the heart of the ski season.
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A Welcome Addition to Downtown: Perez Kitchen & Bar Brings Thoughtful Flavor and Warm Hospitality to Grants Pass
Downtown Grants Pass has welcomed a new addition to its growing food scene, and it is already making a strong impression. Located at 241 SW G Street, Perez Kitchen & Bar has quietly opened its doors with a menu that blends thoughtful ingredients, fine-dining quality, and an inviting atmosphere that feels right at home in the city center.
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Puck’s Donuts passing the torch to the next generation
PHOENIX, Ore. – Some big news for local breakfast lovers: the couple behind Puck’s Donuts is retiring, but the beloved donuts aren’t going anywhere. In a social media post, Puck’s shared that Kimo and Mim Siharath, longtime owners of the popular donut shop in the Rogue Valley, are retiring effective January 1. The Siharaths, who bought the Phoenix location of Puck’s in 1998 and helped keep the business thriving for decades, expressed heartfelt gratitude and joy as they announced their retirement.
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An SOU class designs a space for intergenerational play
Right now, it’s just an empty field of grass on the southeast side of campus. But the university hopes to create a place for retirees to have direct access to campus, right out their front door. They’ll also be surrounded by younger students working towards degrees. Making sure...
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Kwanzaa cultural celebration this Sunday
Local nonprofit to host Southern Oregon community celebration with live music, dancing and African American cultural tradition. A Kwanzaa cultural celebration featuring live music, dancing, and dinner is set for 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 28, at the Historic Ashland Armory. Southern Oregon nonprofit BASE — Black Alliance Social Empowerment — organized the event, coinciding with its mission to support Black residents through community events and resources, its website says.
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The Alpine Ski Racing team awaits snow
The alpine ski race team is awaiting more snow especially on Mt. Ashland to be able to start their season. For now, they condition on dry land at Spiegelberg Stadium. Even if the snow finally comes later than they expect coach Jerry Fitzpatrick is confidant there will still be a season.
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Belle Fiore Winery (Rogue Valley, OR)
Belle Fiore delivers a destination tasting experience where Old-World architecture meets Rogue Valley sunshine—big views, thoughtful hospitality, and a portfolio that balances classic and Mediterranean expressions. Minutes from downtown Ashland, Belle Fiore’s two-venue model lets you choose your pace: relaxed, view-forward flights at the lower Pavilion, or a guided...
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An SOU class designs a space for intergenerational play
Right now, it’s just an empty field of grass on the southeast side of campus. But the university hopes to create a place for retirees to have direct access to campus, right out their front door. They’ll also be surrounded by younger students working towards degrees. Making sure...
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Puck’s Donuts Owners Announce Retirement; 50-Year Legacy to Continue with Next Generation
ASHLAND/PHOENIX, OR — Kimo and Mim, the longtime owners of the iconic Puck’s Donuts, have officially announced their retirement effective January 1, 2026. After nearly three decades of ownership, the couple will pass the torch to their daughter, Vilay, and her partner, Nicholas, ensuring the family-run business remains a staple of the Southern Oregon community.
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Tuba Player Michael Knox to Retire After 55 Years with Rogue Valley Symphony
In Sunday’s (12/21) Ashland News (Oregon), Jim Flint writes, “For nearly six decades, if you followed the low, steady heartbeat of the Rogue Valley Symphony, you’d eventually arrive at the back of the orchestra, where Michael Knox held court—quietly, reliably and with a tuba that anchored everything above it. Knox is retiring this season after 55 years with the symphony, a tenure that stretches back to the orchestra’s earliest days and spans every conductor, countless performances and more stories than most symphony veterans could fit into a single lifetime. He joined as a teenager and leaves as a revered elder statesman, still sharp, still curious and still very much himself…. RVS Music Director Martin Majkut described Knox as ‘a living memory’ of the organization. ‘He is friendly, constructive, thoughtful. You would not know that he has been coming to these rehearsals for five decades…. He remains curious and possesses the same sense of wonder.’… Beyond the stage, Knox served on the Artistic Advisory Committee, sometimes encouraging programming strategies designed to balance innovation with familiarity…. Retirement from the symphony does not mean retirement from music. Knox remains active with the Rogue Valley Symphonic Band … and the Ashland City Band, where he has completed 56 seasons.”
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A Spicy New Arrival, Dave’s Hot Chicken Sets Sights on Medford
A fast-growing national restaurant chain known for bold flavors and heat driven menus is preparing to make its Southern Oregon debut, as Dave’s Hot Chicken moves forward with plans to open a new location in Medford. The restaurant is being built in the South Gateway area near Center Drive, a rapidly developing commercial corridor that continues to attract new retail and dining options for the Rogue Valley.
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Phoodery announces new vendor ‘Curbside King’ on the way
PHOENIX, Ore. – The Phoodery in Phoenix has announced that a new food vendor, Curbside King, is coming soon to the food cart gathering spot. According to Phoodery, the Asian-fusion concept plans to offer a rotating menu featuring items such as ramen bowls, bento bowls, and tacos. An official opening date has not yet been announced.
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‘Tis the season: Check out Rogue Valley holiday happenings
Tree and menorah lightings, parades, holiday concerts and more — find your favorite seasonal fun with Go! Rogue’s guide to local holiday events. To submit your event to Go! Rogue, email information to go@rv-times.com. Holiday Model Train Display: Enjoy the sights and sounds of holiday trains with the...