Illinois Valley News

09/02/2026

The unprecedented warmth in the Pacific Ocean may bring moisture further north than in other El Niño years, but not all meteorologists agree.

A massive El Niño gaining strength in the eastern equatorial region of the Pacific Ocean is predicted to have severe impacts around the globe. Typical El Niño years bring dryer-than-normal conditions to the Pacific Northwest, while central to southern California usually experiences intense rain st...

09/01/2026

Here's the front page of our September 2 edition, available tomorrow at theivnews.com/e-edition, in print at newsstands across the Illinois Valley, and if you're a print subscriber, in your mailbox!

09/01/2026

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08/28/2026

Many parents can have a hard time getting their kids ready for elementary school; many parents struggle to get their kids used to homework or assignments. When asked what she would recommend for parents to do that would help get their kids ready for schoolwork, she encouraged parents to read to their kids and get them off of their electronic devices.

On August 17, I met with the Principal of Evergreen Elementary School, Monica Haley. The interview consisted of questions about what tips she has for new parents with kids starting elementary school for the first time. First-time parents often struggle with making sure that their kids are okay and c...

08/27/2026

Having been with the high school for 14 long years and meeting so many people the staff of the high school has grown close to Dugas, helping the school improve its baseball teams to be the best that they can be. Having been working for the school since 2012, he has become an integral part of the sports programs inside the school.

On August 18, Jesse Dugas announced on Facebook that he will no longer be Illinois Valley High School’s head baseball coach.“For 14 incredible years, I have had the privilege of leading this program and coaching hundreds of young men. We set school records, won a lot of baseball games, made[Read...

08/26/2026

Here's the front page of our August 26 edition, available now at theivnews.com/e-edition

08/25/2026

Need old newspapers for crafts or other projects?
We got you!! Selling $5 bundles of outdated newspapers, or three bundles for $10. Pick up only. Located at 140 S Redwood Hwy, Cave Junction. Open Monday - Thursday 9 AM - 5 PM.

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08/23/2026

Hunter Clevenger, 18, was life-flighted to Medford where he underwent a lengthy surgery. It's unclear if he will be able to walk again.

A young man from the Rogue Valley is in the hospital and may be paralyzed for life after a tragic accident at the Swinging Bridge on the Illinois River. Hunter Clevenger, 18, of Central Point, was swimming with some friends at the Illinois River near McCaleb Ranch on Wednesday, August[Read More...]

08/21/2026

A potluck Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on October 11, 2026, at Dave and Liz’s home in Kerby.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of David Paulsen, affectionately known to so many as “Saw Shop Dave”. After a courageous battle with cancer, Dave passed away peacefully on August 2, 2026, just before his 64th birthday. Born in Cottonwood, Arizona, Dave grew up with his[R...

08/20/2026

Funding for Juvenile Justice is being edged out by rising costs at the Josephine County adult jail, as commissioners seek approval from voters for a jail levy at the same rate as the previous two levies.

Josephine County Commissioners are aiming to continue funding the adult and juvenile jails at the same rate as the past 10 years: with a 5-year levy of $0.93 per $1,000 assessed property value on county residents. Last week, at a meeting on Wednesday, August 12, commissioners approved the language a...