The Jan. 13th Shady Cove Planning Commission meeting proved a very educational one. Lessons learned included: when it comes to city planning at least, you really can plan too far ahead and sometimes it’s best to just wait; and even issues which seem simple at first are worth discussing as many minds and eyes may…
Ambience of yesteryear at Obstinate J is goal of new owner
The main house on the Obstinate J Ranch Back in its heyday, the Obstinate J Ranch in Trail was a memory maker for both local and out-of-town vacationers. Shady Cove contractor, John Collins, was one of those who never forgot the good old days at the ranch. In 1974, Collins was employed clearing brush out…


