Monthly Archives: December 2017
Forest Service Working to Open Access to Chetco Burn Areas
Chetco Bar Fire Closure Reduced as Forest Works With Community Partners on Hazards!
On December 8, RRSNF managers significantly reduced the Chetco Bar Fire Temporary Closure Area on the Gold Beach Ranger District.
They have now...
Quick Response Limits Fire Damage
At 6:31 am, Wednesday the 13th, The Grants Pass Fire Department was dispatched to a reported structure fire. The caller was in the process of alerting the residents and reported the fire was located...
All Aboard the Stout Mountain Railway Christmas Display
It's that time of year again, and Stout Mountain Railway's Christmas presentation of "The Great Model Train Exposition of 2017" does not disappoint.
Every Christmas now since 2007, starting at the Library, moving to Stout...
Coast Guard Rescues Injured Surfer
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A Coast Guard aircrew rescued an injured surfer who was stranded on rocks near Agate Beach in Newport, Wednesday morning.
The injured surfer was safely hoisted by an aircrew aboard an MH-65 Dolphin helicopter, from...
String of Thefts Targets Female Shoppers
Over the last 90 days, six female shoppers at Trader Joe's have had their wallets stolen from their purse while it was in the shopping cart. According to a press release from the Medford...
Porch Pirate Thefts on the Rise
With more online purchases arriving for the holidays, it's time to focus on theft prevention. Here are a few tips.
Check your package tracking often so you know when to expect deliveries.
If you're not home...
Dr. Palak Patel Returns to Burgeoning Chetco Medical Center
Two years ago, Dr. Jay Patel went on vacation and saw something that peaked his interest. He always enjoys learning about new technologies in healthcare, but usually those technologies addressing complex medical decision making...
Curry County Sheriff’s Deputies Focused on Impaired Drivers
Starting Wednesday, December 13th, until January 1st, Curry County Sheriff’s Office deputies will conduct overtime saturation patrols focused on impaired driving. They will be looking for aggressive drivers and violations which tend to lead...
Robbery and Shooting
A man and woman are being held in the Jackson County Jail on multiple charges associated with a robbery involving a firearm. The incident occurred in the parking lot of the Chase Bank in...
Oregon State Sheriff’s Association Honors Local Officer
The Curry County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce that during the annual Oregon State Sheriff’s Association Conference in Bend last week, Sergeant Ted Heath was awarded the Search and Rescue Manager of the...