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Author: William Kronert

This author has written 52 articles
Read more about the article The Problem of “Closet Democrats” in Josephine County
County Politics / Local News / Recall

The Problem of “Closet Democrats” in Josephine County

Looking over the political landscape of our county, where Republicans outnumber Democrats by a 2-to-1 margin, I find some of the antics that take place by a few individuals very…

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September 20, 2025
Read more about the article Opinion: The Commissioners Recall Is About Politics, Not Problem-Solving
County Politics / Local News / Local Politics / Recall

Opinion: The Commissioners Recall Is About Politics, Not Problem-Solving

After listening to the recent KAJO interview with Commissioners Chris Barnett and Jim Goodwin, I was struck by what this recall effort really represents. While it has been presented as…

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August 28, 2025
Read more about the article The Truth About the Library Debate and 2007 Closures
County Politics / Local News / Local Politics

The Truth About the Library Debate and 2007 Closures

Josephine County - Once again, I’ve come across misinformation and disinformation intended to mislead readers into believing a false narrative. Two recent statements in particular stand out: that the commissioners…

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August 20, 2025
Read more about the article Multi-Layer Crisis: Rural Josephine County Struggles with Crime, Drugs, and Policy Fallout
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Multi-Layer Crisis: Rural Josephine County Struggles with Crime, Drugs, and Policy Fallout

Once known for its scenic charm and tight-knit community spirit, Grants Pass and the greater Josephine County area are now facing a growing storm of crime, drug addiction, and homelessness,…

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August 14, 2025
Read more about the article Oregon Wildfire: Home Insurance Crisis
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Oregon Wildfire: Home Insurance Crisis

I wrote about this back in February. Many of us have experienced home insurance cancellations or skyrocketing premiums. Even with the wildfire map repealed, the rising cost of home insurance…

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August 12, 2025
Read more about the article Day Trip: Crater Lake, Breathtaking Views
Crater Lake
Adventures / Biking / Day Trips / Hiking

Day Trip: Crater Lake, Breathtaking Views

Crater Lake, located in southern Oregon, is one of the most iconic and breathtaking natural wonders in the United States. It is about a two hour drive from Grants Pass…

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August 5, 2025
Read more about the article The Strategy behind Recalling or Not Recalling Governor Kotek
Local News / State Politics

The Strategy behind Recalling or Not Recalling Governor Kotek

Bill Minnix filed a recall petition on Governor Kotek on 7/27/25;https://sos.oregon.gov/elections/Pages/initiatives-referendums-referrals.aspx Download The Filed Recall Petition (PDF) Governor Kotek is up for reelection in 2026. If recalled she will be…

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July 29, 2025
Read more about the article Use Caution With Governor Kotek Recall
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Use Caution With Governor Kotek Recall

Bill Minnix has filed the petition papers for Governor Kotek recall. I was very excited when I first read his post about filing the recall petition papers – but in…

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July 28, 2025
Read more about the article Recall Commissioners Again: Focus Our Efforts on State-Level Change, Not Distraction
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Recall Commissioners Again: Focus Our Efforts on State-Level Change, Not Distraction

Oregon is facing some of the most pressing challenges in the nation, ranking near the bottom in areas such as drug addiction, homelessness, education, and taxation. These issues have reached…

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July 27, 2025
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Preparedness Over Politics: A Community’s Guide to Fire Season

In wildfire-prone areas, the beauty of nature often comes with serious risks. For those living in such regions, personal responsibility is not just wise it’s essential. One of the most…

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July 22, 2025
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