In 1976 the City of Yreka, with much community fund-raising support, constructed a public building that its citizens could take pride in. It was the Yreka Community Theater, at the end of North Oregon Street, next to Yreka High School. It’s a beautiful structure, but … The city’s current website […]
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Opinion: Was Jesus telling us to be woke?
The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines woke as being aware of important facts and issues, especially regarding racial and social justice. This tells us that “woke” people are informed people who are compassionate, committed to getting rid of all forms of discrimination, and making the world a better place for all. Would the messages Jesus preached qualify as being […]
YREKA MINERS: Game Results & Uncoming Matches
Cover: YHS Varsity boys during the national anthem this week.Photo Credit: Amy Mclane, thank you for the results of the games. Want to see your schools sports? Send your school sports to [email protected] The Yreka High School Varsity boys basketball team had a busy week with three games. They started […]
Terry Dietrick Anderson
September 26, 1935 – January 20, 2024 Terry Dietrick Anderson Obituary Terry had many titles: father, grandfather, brother, teacher, coach, and fisherman, but his most cherished role was husband. It was a love story that started with a spark, continued with fun and laughter, and ended after 65 years. His wife, director, […]
Red Scarf Society Presents “Adam Swanson” a World Champion Old-Time Pianist Febuary 4th, 2024
For its first concert of 2024 the Red Scarf Society for the Performing Arts is pleased to present a musical afternoon of ragtime, early jazz and the Great American Song Book with Adam Swanson on Sunday, February 4, 2:00 PM (doors open at 1:30) at St. Mark’s Preservation Hall, 304 […]
Yreka Citizens Win: 3-2 Vote vs 9.6% Rate Increase
written by Gliatto On Dec. 5th the Yreka city council voted against the water and sewer rate increases of 9.6%. The vote was 3-2 to NOT increase the rates with Mayor Middleton and McCoy voting Yes to the increases!!! Councilmen Davis and Kegg proposed a 6.5% increase for water and 6.3% for […]
Brenda Jean Mowery
November 19, 1968 – November 20, 2023 Brenda Mowery Obituary 55 year old Yreka resident, Brenda Jean Mowery, passed away on November 20, 2023 at Fairchild Medical Center. Brenda was born November 19, 1968 in Oregon to Jim and Linda Carlson. Brenda worked for years as a migrant working, traveling constantly to […]
On The Saturday Before Thanksgiving 4 Churches Joined In A Heartwarming Display of Unity
In this remarkable display of collaboration, four churches demonstrate that beyond the walls of their respective buildings, they are joined in their commitment to serving others and spreading love. Their collective efforts remind us all that Thanksgiving is not simply about food and family, but about extending a helping hand […]
Russell Joseph Culp
December 13, 1947 – November 16, 2023 Russell Joseph Culp, born on December 13, 1947, peacefully left this earth to be with the Lord on November 16, 2023. He leaves behind his loving wife of 45 years, Mary Jo Culp; children Tammy Culp, Jeremy Culp (Debbie), and Tiffany Culp; his brother Winston, […]
Light Up a Life
Madrone Hospice’s upcoming annual ‘Light Up a Life’ event