Journalist, Writer and Researcher
Mail Tribune
Unemployment claims decline, but some still waiting for checks
Filings for initial unemployment claims in Jackson County have been going down since late June, according to the Oregon Employment Department.
Contact tracing lags in Jackson County
The growing number of COVID-19 cases in Jackson County has strained contact tracers working to quickly track everyone who has tested positive, according to Jackson Baures, the county’s public health division manager.
Ashland community rebuilds downed memorial
“It was a day that started with tears and ended up overflowing with joy,” said Ashland resident Wendy Conner, one of the memorial’s original architects.
Lighting the Spirit
Audio Story from Raglan, New Zealand
Kylie Hollis has taught Te Reo -- the Maori language -- for over 11 years. Through her teaching, she hopes to empower her students.
(Produced by Hans Boyle and Amelia Hylton, with voice over by Jasmine Jackson)