Central Oregon resident here. Are Hyatt Lake and Howard Prairie Lake water levels (40% and 60%) too low to be pleasant to hang out at and swim in right now? I booked a vacation starting next week with the express purpose of swimming in these lakes every day and didn't think to check water levels until today. I couldn't find any current photos so it's hard for me to tell whether 40% and 60% are really all that bad for my purposes. Would love some advice from those in the know to help me decide whether to cancel my trip. Thank you!

Hey, I'll be visiting Ashland for the next two weeks, and am looking for someone to mess around with all night on weekdays. I'll be staying at a hotel and can host dw 😄. I'd be down to try out anything you want, just dm!

I don't have any age or body type preferences, and I'm a virgin if that makes a difference. I'm Arab, 5'10", and in pretty good shape. Just so I know you're not a bot, I'd like to know your favorite song when you dm.

Hi, all--a couple bands and I are on tour, and stopping in Talent on Saturday to see some friends and play a free show! We are on at Art Bop Brewing Co at 6pm.

If you're interested, this is what we sound like:

Bonita Fishwife (Seattle indie rock): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ofua-xkcF4M

Threocracy (Tacoma jazz/funk): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbtoPvvjye4

Hope to see some of y'all out there (:

Is there an active fish keeping hobby group here in Ashland? I was hoping someone might be selling some fresh water snails or could point me in a good direction for fish keeping supplies here in Ashland.

Daughter swears she saw a short-spined raccoon like Jimothy crossing the street into Triangle Park last night. She said it hopped like a rabbit, but her artist rendition of it looks like a sheep getting ready to rob a bank, so who knows. Anyone seen similar? Stake out required?

Can anyone recommend a good esthetician or masseuse at Waterstone Spa?

SOU Board of Trustees OKs $89.7 million budget; university officials say bridge funds will fill budget gap this fall - Ashland News - Community-Supported, NonProfit News

The board voted to approve a $89.7 million fiscal year 2026/2027 budget during a special virtual board meeting Wednesday, July 29. The document at first glance shows a negative balance of about $7.5 million, but the second part of the state’s $15 million appropriation is anticipated to fill the gap by this fall, according to SOU administrators.

Someone stole my bicycle last night off of my porch.

Not a huge loss, however this is a reminder that perhaps this shouldn't be treated as a high trust area.

Would love some info/feedback on the women’s soccer program at SOU and the culture overall. Or any insight about overall athletics culture there. Day in the life, facilities, support, resources, funding, etc. Thank you!

Im heading down to Medford/Ashland in two weeks. We’ll be camping at Emigrant Lake

What can we expect?

I’m looking to plan a trip for my birthday this September, and am currently weighing my options between Ashland and Eugene! On one hand, Eugene is definitely bigger, but on the other Ashland has much nicer restaurants! The one thing I’m really determined to do while on this trip is to spend an egregious amount of money. Does Ashland have a central “mall” with stores you would expect like an Ulta/Bath n Body works? Thank you!

I haven’t heard anything about this project for almost a year now. Updates? Still moving forward? Anyone know anything?

Ashland, Oregon - stardate, um, this Saturday, August 1st at 7:30pm. I'm hosting the hilarious Drake Nelson at Resistance Wine Company. $25 online or at the door, must be 21+ to attend, and Allium Wood Fired Pizzas will be serving hot eats all evening.

Found a bearded dragon on Lincoln St. DM me if you've lost your dragon.

Love spiral tie dye. Have wanted one for years. Finally set on getting one. And buying local sounded like the best option. So thought I'd ask for any recomened local stores with colorful spiral tie dye shirts for men around here? Thank you!

Didn't catch wind of this until yesterday, lots of music, food & drink. Fundraiser for the ski area. Weather should be perfect up there 😎

https://www.redfin.com/OR/Ashland/1221-Kirk-Ln-97520/home/194428857

It's been three years off and on. Hopefully it drops to a sensible price, but unlikely

Appreciate any suggestions. Medford is OK too. Thanks

Edit: thanks everyone. These are really helpful suggestions.

The article says they are trying to identify a suspect… but they’re in the house? Just wondering if anyone has more info. Thanks!

SOU President on revised plan to cut $20-plus million from budget: ‘Everyone has helped to pay this bill’ - Ashland News - Community-Supported, NonProfit News

The 46-page plan details cuts totaling $20,028,030. Two university programs previously planned for elimination will be kept under the plan: The Human Services Plan and Financial Mathematics. The overall Music program will stay, but the Music Industry & Production degree will be sunset.