JMET Executed Search Warrant at Holland Loop Road for Marijuana Bust
The Josephine Marijuana Enforcement Team (JMET) executed a search warrant in the 5000 block of Holland Loop Road, Cave Junction, regarding an illegal marijuana grow site. The search warrant was executed September 23rd with the assistance of the United States Marshals Service and Internal Revenue Service. During the execution of the warrant, 600 pounds of processed marijuana and 840 marijuana plants were seized and destroyed. The property also had multiple electrical, water, and solid waste code violations. The primary suspects were not on scene during the time of the search. If located, they will be charged with Unlawful Manufacturing of Marijuana and Unlawful Possession of Marijuana. Further details have not been released. ...Read more

USDA Awards Grant, Loan for Gold Hill Infrastructure Improvements

The United States Department of Agriculture is investing $6.4 million in a loan and grant to Rogue Valley Sewer Services. Today, USDA Rural Development Oregon State Director Jim Carmack announced the agency is investing $6,237,000 in grant and $250,000 in loan to make improvements, including a critical sewer pipeline connection from Gold Hill to the Medford Regional Water Reclamation Facility. This project with Rogue Valley Sewer Services will ensure wastewater services comply with safety regulations and will replace the city’s treatment plant by transferring service to a more modern and capable facility. This project is funded through USDA Rural Development’s Water and Environmental Programs, which focus on rural water and waste infrastructure needs of rural communities with populations of 10,000 or less. ...Read more

Josephine and Jackson Counties Air Quality Affected by Moon Complex Smoke

Air quality in Josephine and Jackson Counties has been negatively affected by the Moon Complex fire. Jackson County Public Health encourages everyone to protect themselves from wildfire smoke by being aware of smoke concentrations in your area and avoid places with the highest concentrations. Avoid strenuous outdoor activity in smoky conditions, stay indoors with doors and windows closed, use air conditioning, keep your car windows and vents closed with the air on recirculate, and drink plenty of water. If you have to be outside when air quality is poor, wearing a “particulate respirator” mask can also help protect your lungs from wildfire smoke. You can check the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality’s Air Quality Index map to see real-time air monitoring data, or download their mobile app. ...Read more