River from TouVelle to Gold Hill dangerous for boating

The recent removal of the Gold Ray dam has opened up a section of the Rogue River that has been blocked for over 100 years. However, boaters should be aware that this stretch of the river may not be what they have grown accustomed to along the Upper Rogue River. Unlike much of the Rogue…

Blackwell fire near Gold Hill

{gallery}/09_14_10/black{/gallery}The Blackwell fire broke out just before 4:00 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 12, in an area of grass, brush and oak approximately one mile east of Gold Hill and one mile north of Interstate 5. One structure burned near the point of origin. The fire remains active Monday, with the size estimated at 300 acres and…

EPHS class of 1980 plans reunion, Aug. 20-21

The EPHS Class of 1980 will celebrate their 30 year class reunion Aug. 20-21.For those who want to golf, the fun begins at 2 p.m. at Stone Ridge on E. Antelope Rd. The fee is $25 per person, payable at the time you golf. For information, call 541-830-4653. That evening from 6 p.m. to closing…

Robert King

Robert King, 65, died April 25, 2010 of natural causes at the Ashley Manor Care Center in Medford. Many will remember Mr. King, of Gold Hill, as the Justice of the Peace that served this area. He was buried at Rock Point Cemetery in Gold Hill.

Wine event upcoming

The five area  wineries are each planning a free event on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 11-5 p.m. Events and wineries are: Agate Ridge Vineyard-1098 Nick Young. Find out how and why wines are blended to create individual styles. Crater Lake Cellars- 21882 Hwy. 62, Shady Cove- Learn about the use of oak in winemaking and…