There are a few important facts about Memorial Day. It used to be called "Decoration Day". It started after the Civil War to honor the fallen Union soldiers of the Civil War, when women and kids decorated the Confederate graves. In the last century, it became a day to remember the »»Read Full Post
Hook, line and Sendak
During my time at the Herald & News over in Klamath Falls - my first newsroom gig - my then-editor called me into his office. I entered, we talked, I rose to leave. I spotted a copy of "Where the Wild Things Are" on the edge of his desk and »»Read Full Post
HAIKU MONDAY: On Eclipse Blips, See the C like Texas and BLM Bummer.
Welcome back to Haiku Monday, where Fish Hack is glad his new peeps at the Lunar Eclipse party had the right kinda goggles to ensure Fish Hack's world view isn't damaged by a glimpse at history. Don't stare at the sun./Wear the damn glasses, Fish Hack./Need retinas to write. For »»Read Full Post
Savvy strategies for farmers market shoppers
The month of May brings more farmers markets to the local mix, with a downtown site for Medford’s Saturday market as the latest wrinkle. This time of year, everyone hungers for fresh produce, even as market vendors sell lots of plant starts for the home garden. When my own garden »»Read Full Post
The Internet Changed Our Business. Yours is Next.
Take a look at the following video developed by the Newspaper Association of America. It shows just how far the typical "newspaper" reader has come in the last 15 years. News was clearly one of the first industries to be altered by the internet and it is amazing how far »»Read Full Post
Here we go again, Ashland baseball fans
I have to admit, I was not sold on the Ashland High baseball team coming into this season. The Grizzlies seemed to have a few too many question marks on defense. I didn't see anybody resembling a staff ace. And the batting lineup, I thought, would probably be pretty good »»Read Full Post
Phoenix tennis standout on Sports Chat Friday
Phoenix tennis player Wil Cochrane will be the guest Friday when the Mail Tribune’s live, unscripted and interactive sports chat returns for a 95th week. Cochrane will speak with Mail Tribune sports reporter Dan Jones at noon on Facebook. Log on to the show (www.facebook.com/mtsportschat) to watch and participate. Cochrane »»Read Full Post