winter

ASHLAND, Ore. — An Ashland shelter has opened its doors on Monday for the winter months, but it doesn’t accept walk-ins. The OHRA Winter Shelter is run by the non-profit, “Options for Helping Residents of Ashland” or OHRA. It’s not an emergency …

PHOENIX, Ore. — As the temperatures drop, the Jackson County Fuel Committee is gearing up to help low income households heat their homes, all while reducing wildfire fuels. Volunteers are thinning out the forests through the Ashland Forest All-Land Restoration Project by …

ASHLAND, Ore. – With the weather getting colder, it’s almost time to break out the ice skates. The Ashland Rotary Centennial Ice Rink is already setting up shop across from Lithia Park. The parking lot is once more being transformed into an ice skating …

MEDFORD, Ore. — The first freeze of the season in the Rogue Valley could have many people lighting their fireplaces for the first time since last winter. It’s also the time of year Jackson County Fire District 3 said it sees the …

MEDFORD, Ore. — As we move closer to winter, an alternative device is being used to reduce fog at the Rogue Valley International-Medford Airport. Typically when the temperature drops below freezing, the airport brings out a device called CASPER, a helium-filled balloon …

ASHLAND, Ore. —  A winter shelter in Ashland will be available for people seven nights a week at the same location. It’s the first time the Ashland Winter Shelter has secured a single spot for the winter. Nonprofit, Options for Helping Residents of Ashland …

GRANTS PASS, Ore. — Heavy snow and rain likely contributed to a 100-year old tree falling onto a parked car in Grants Pass. The mimosa tree fell around 5 p.m. Tuesday trapping the car underneath. Work crews responded Wednesday morning to cut up and …

ASHLAND, Ore. – The Mt. Ashland Ski Area was closed Friday due to unfavorable weather conditions. “We are seeing sustained winds that are high enough to make it unsafe to operate the lifts at this time,” representatives said. General Manager Hiram Towle …

MEDFORD, Ore. —  With Mount Ashland opening tomorrow, it’s a busy time for businesses like Rogue Ski Shop as people prepare to hit the slopes. Owner Bob Matthews says they’re eagerly awaiting the season’s start. Not just because it’s an exciting time of …

MT. ASHLAND, Ore. – Skiers, snowboarders and sledders can start prepping their gear, the Mt. Ashland Ski Area will open one day earlier than expected. Originally scheduled for a December 8 opening, the lifts will start running from 9 a.m. until 4 …