The Jefferson Exchange

Wildlife Images in Grants Pass cares for about 1,000 injured and orphaned animals each year while educating visitors about wildlife conservation.

Explore the Oregon Coast Historical Railway in Coos Bay, where century-old locomotives and hands-on exhibits preserve the South Coast's history.

Local runners and climbers share advice on training, safety and preparation as the trail-running and mountaineering season begins in Southern Oregon and Northern California.

Juliana Luchessi works overtime as both mayor of Dunsmuir, California, and assistant city manager of Yreka, a neighboring town 45 miles north.

This week's news roundup features Oregon's recovering snowy plovers, Portland's queer wrestling community and a mammoth excavation in Washington.

After 28 seasons at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Scott Kaiser reflects on performing, directing and teaching every play in Shakespeare's canon.

A Rogue Valley vineyard discusses its new orange wines, the federal labeling challenge that required a special disclaimer and the connection between wine and lavender farming.

Monarch butterfly populations have declined dramatically in recent decades. Environmental advocates are pushing for federal protections as concerns grow about habitat loss and pollinator decline.

Arthur Monarque became the first incarcerated student at Pelican Bay State Prison to earn a bachelor's degree through Cal Poly Humboldt. Now he's headed to Wake Forest University on a full scholarship.

A new Cal Poly Humboldt study found river otters at the Arcata Marsh hunt ducks and other waterbirds during winter, revealing surprising predator behavior in the North Coast wetland.

Residents of Lincoln Heights in Northern California are working to preserve one of the state’s oldest Black neighborhoods after the Mill Fire destroyed much of the area.

Historians Randy Roberts and Johnny Smith discuss how World War I, the 1918 flu pandemic and social upheaval transformed America.

Kathy Sell, mayor of Eagle Point, Oregon offers insight into what is attracting so many people to her town, including notable celebrities.

From inclusive sports in Klamath County to rising fishing costs, Oregon drone growth and a Beatles sing-along, here are stories from the Northwest.

A North Bend project aims to digitize more than 80 years of local newspapers before fragile paper copies and microfilm deteriorate.

Oregon primary election results, including the overwhelming defeat of a gas tax measure, suggest affordability will be a central issue in the governor’s race.

The Talent Food Project uses a neighborhood donation system to help address food insecurity in Jackson County and support local families.

Leaders from the Albina Vision Trust join one of the co-founders of the Ashland community group, All Together Now, to discuss the process of collectively envisioning the future of local communities.

Looking for something to do this month? Here are Southern Oregon arts picks, from concerts and documentaries to outdoor performances and new music.

Cave Junction leaders are investing in tourism, parks and development while working to preserve the Southern Oregon town's small-town character.

This week’s regional roundup includes a Southern Oregon town facing financial strain, Eugene residents working to buy their mobile home park, and efforts to preserve historic apple trees.

A roundtable conversation focuses on the benefits and challenges of rural public transportation.

New research from Oregon State University suggests forest restoration in Southern Oregon and Northern California could improve wildfire resilience while supporting northern spotted owl habitat.

Klamath Basin Behavioral Health is expanding free community events in Klamath County to help children build resilience and reduce the long-term impacts of childhood trauma.

A rare blue whale skeleton found near Gold Beach in 2015 will soon go on display at Oregon State University’s Hatfield Marine Science Center after a decade-long preservation effort.