Yes, as of March 2019.
Category: Ashland/Oregon
Oregon’s Indoor Clean Air Act provides smokefree indoor air in all workplaces, restaurants, and bars. This extends to 10 feet from entrances, exits, windows that open, and ventilation intakes. Limited exceptions are granted to some motel rooms, smoke shops, and cigar bars. City ordinance prohibits smoking in all parks and […]
What are the smoking laws here? Is marijuana really legal?
Oregon has no statewide sales tax, but Ashland does have a 5% restaurant tax.
Is there a sales tax here?
Recycling drops are located in the upper and lower commons, or you can turn them in at most stores for 10¢ per item (recently expanded from soft drink, water, or beer only to include most 4 oz to 1.5 liter (some up to 3 liter) sealed glass, metal, or plastic […]
What do I do with my empty bottles and cans?
U-turns are illegal except where specifically marked (the corner of Walker and Ashland, for instance). Oregon gas stations really do pay people to pump your gas for you, so sit back and enjoy it. If that bothers you, most stations now have a limited number of self-serve pumps where you […]
What else should drivers watch out for?
Yes. Unless they are crossing against the signal, pedestrians have the right of way at all crosswalks (marked and unmarked). Drivers must allow pedestrians to cross the next lane or reach the nearest sidewalk or median before driving through. This is strictly enforced. Some crosswalks on Siskiyou have flashing caution […]
Do drivers really have to stop for pedestrians waiting at ...
Ashland’s weather is variable during June. High temps during ABC are typically in the 80s, but can range from 60-108°. Overnight lows are typically around 60°, but may range from 45-70°. Skies range from clear to overcast, with an occasional shower or thunderstorm. If you drive up to Crater Lake […]
I don’t know what to pack. What kind of weather ...
Les Schwab (2308 Ashland St.) deals in tires, batteries, brakes, and alignment (and I believe shocks and mufflers as well, although they’re not listed on their website).
Where can I have my car serviced?
Cripple Creek Music closed after 43 years in business. I can’t find info on any other band instrument stores in the Rogue Valley region. Marianne Robison can put you in touch with local instrument repair people.
Where is a music store?
Henry’s Laundromat (1656 Ashland St.), Weldon’s Cleaners (1465 Siskiyou Blvd.) Guest laundry facilities are also available for those staying at Ashland Hills.
Where is a laundromat/dry cleaners?
Ashland Drug (53 N 2nd St.), CVS (2341 Ashland St.)
Where is a nearby pharmacy?
Asante Ashland Community Hospital is on the far end of town (280 Maple Street). For more specialized care you’ll need to go all the way to Providence Medford Medical Center (1111 Crater Lake Avenue) or Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center (2825 East Barnett Road), both in Medford. However, if you […]