SOU launches public phase of comprehensive $100 million funding campaign

SOU launches public phase of comprehensive $100 million funding campaign. Southern Oregon University officials and community members gathered at Belle Fiore Winery Wednesday, Oct. 21, to celebrate the public phase of the university’s largest comprehensive fundraising campaign in its history, with a goal of raising $100 million to transform SOU into the country’s defining model of what a regional public university can be — small by choice and distinctive by design.

Picture This: Ashland High School celebrates Homecoming in style

School spirit on full display Wednesday as parade made its way through town. Crimson red, white, and Columbia Blue took to the streets of downtown Ashland Wednesday, Oct. 21, for Ashland High School’s Homecoming parade. Students and student-athletes were led in the annual parade by Ashland School District’s School...

Ashland School District superintendent: ‘Change is inevitable’

Save the dates: Public meeting dates set in mid-November to talk about transformation steering committee proposal; enrollment dips an estimated 13% in 2026-27 school year. Ashland School District will hold three public town halls in mid-November to gather feedback from parents and the local community about a proposal completed by the Transformation Steering Committee, according to a letter sent to families and community members by Ashland Superintendent Joseph Hattrick obtained by Ashland.news.

Siskiyou County jail inmate earns high school diploma

YREKA, Calif. - A man incarcerated at the Siskiyou County Jail earned his high school diploma, marking a milestone in the jail's education program. Andrew Sparks completed his final requirements to graduate. The Siskiyou County Sheriff's Office recognized Sparks for his commitment to self-improvement and education. Officials said they hope...

Wyden, Phoenix students talk mental health and school safety

PHOENIX, Ore. – U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden visited Phoenix High School on Friday to listen to student leaders discuss the growing mental health challenges facing their generation. As part of his statewide “Reimagining Health Care in America” meetings, the ranking member of the Senate Finance Committee heard students express anxieties over recent school violence, including the tragedy in Bend, and the lingering social isolation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Wyden commended the students for their vulnerability, saying they made a strong case for increased federal funding to address severe shortages of school counselors.

Prep Football: Week 8 Douglas County Preview

It’s Week 8 of the Oregon prep football season and there are plenty of big matchups on the schedule for Douglas County schools as the season winds down. Joey Keeran from The Score and Gloria Coleman from NRToday.com have a preview of the matchups.

Klamath Basin roundup: Tulelake's undefeated run ends with forfeit

The Tulelake High football team saw its undefeated run come to an end this week in perhaps one of the cruelest ways possible. The Honkers had to forfeit Friday night’s California Interscholastic Federation Northern Section Division I 8-man game at Chester because of a lack of players. Tulelake, which...

More Than 50 Colleges Bring Admissions, Scholarship and Transfer Options to White City Friday

College applications, scholarship opportunities and the next step toward a degree will bring students and families to White City on Friday, October 23, when the Southern Oregon College Fair gathers representatives from more than 50 colleges and universities at Rogue Community College. The free event runs from 9 to 11:30...

SOU’s student leadership votes to give SOU administration 12-day notice of potential student leadership strike if agreement on pay structure not reached

ASSOU would set up picket line near campus, if strike occurs, but interested in avoiding strike if possible. Amid an unwanted change impacting student leaders’ paychecks, members of Southern Oregon University’s Student Senate voted 6-3 to put SOU on official notice of the potential for a student leadership strike unless an agreement is reached with administrators by early November.

Southern Oregon college fair helps students plan their future

WHITE CITY, Ore. - High school students and others exploring higher education options can connect with admissions representatives from more than 50 colleges and universities at the Southern Oregon College Fair on Friday, Oct. 23. The Pacific Northwest Association for College Admission Counseling is hosting the free event from 9...

SOU student body president: ‘We really want to stress the student perspective’

ASSOU Senate to talk Tuesday about potential strike — Student government facing financial difficulties, will ‘clawback’ funds from student groups in coming months — dining options reduced, Elmo’s Grill closes; hours cut at Hannon Library, Stevenson Union. Southern Oregon University’s Student Senate on Tuesday evening,...

Student Support Services help Eagle Point students succeed

Eagle Point School District's Student Support Services program is working to remove barriers that keep students from succeeding in school. Chris Valavala, the district's student support services program manager, said his team focuses on connecting students to education. The program addresses daily challenges that might prevent kids from attending or thriving in class.

Medford School District Searching for New Head of Security

MEDFORD, Ore. – At a recent Medford School Board meeting, Board Member Angela Zbikowski brought up that the district is in search of a new head of security. Superintendent Jeanne Grazioli says they’re eager to fill the position, and that the district takes safety training and drills very seriously.

High school football: Sheldon shakes off sluggish start to thump South Medford

This story has been updated with additional scores from Friday games. Since last year’s 2-7 frustration, Sheldon football has grown in leaps and bounds. Despite a season-opening loss to 5A Thurston, the Irish have surged toward the top of 6A and back toward normalcy in Eugene. But for a...

Phoenix High School athletes help the Talent Food Project with their October pick-up

Athletes received Pirate Points for their help collecting food that will go to local Talent food pantry. The Talent Food Project (TFP), a nonprofit started in Ashland to support the Ashland food bank, that now includes Talent, Phoenix, Medford, and Eagle Point, received help from 14 Phoenix High School soccer team players and two coaches Oct. 10 for their green bag drop off at the Worthwhile Pantry.

Medford School District meets to discuss budget

Fort Vannoy Elementary gets $10K boost for accessible playground

AllCare Health awarded a $10,000 grant to Fort Vannoy Elementary School's Parent Teacher Organization to help build a more accessible playground where children of all abilities can play together.

OSAA sanctions girl's high school flag football

Klamath Community College’s SBDC Director Estella Woodley receives statewide honors

KLAMATH FALLS – Estella Woodley, Director of the Klamath Community College (KCC) Small Business Development Center (SBDC), has received the America’s SBDC State Star Award for Oregon for her outstanding work championing small business growth and economic development throughout the region. Woodley received the honor at the America’s...

From the 960 Sports Desk – 10/12/26

Derrick Cox rushed in the winning score in the third overtime to lift his Henley Hornets (3-1; 5-1) past the Ashland Grizzlies (1-2; 2-4) on Friday night 19-13. Cox had a hand in all three Henley scores on the night, including a rushing touchdown in the first quarter to take an early lead. Midway through the second quarter, Teagan Marple returned an interception for a score, tying the game at seven, which would remain until overtime. The teams traded scores in the first overtime period, as Saxon Brock and Jesse Smith scored touchdowns for their team. In the second overtime, both defenses stood tall. In the final overtime period, Cox dropped back to pass as a hole opened up in the middle. He took an express route to the win. Cox finished with 131 passing yards and completed 10-of-20 passes. AJ Patzke carried the ball 17 times for 73 yards. Moving forward, Henley will take on the Marshfield Pirates (2-4) in a nonleague match.