Jane Vaughan
Reporter | Jefferson Public RadioJane Vaughan began her journalism career as a reporter for a community newspaper in Portland, Maine, where her beat encompassed nine towns and five school districts, most of which were not covered by any other news outlet. She's been a producer at New Hampshire Public Radio and worked on WNYC's On The Media. Jane earned her Master's in Journalism from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University. When she's not reporting, she enjoys hiking, reading, and kickboxing. Get in touch with Jane at: vaughanj1@sou.edu
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The seven students were chosen to compete in the Future Chefs Challenge at Phoenix High School. -
The project is estimated to cost about $5.8 million and is paid for by a series of grants. -
After securing $15 million from the state, Southern Oregon University must quickly develop a sustainable financial plan while addressing concerns about unclear budget projections. -
A $700 million state program targets homelessness, but housing shortages, staffing challenges and funding gaps are making it harder to move people into permanent housing. -
This program is especially needed given a workforce shortage in the health care industry. -
La Clinica’s last mobile clinic was destroyed by a fire in 2023, just three days after it opened. This one has a lab for giving vaccines and drawing blood, as well as behavioral health specialists. -
Southern Oregon University received $15 million from the Oregon Legislature to address immediate financial problems, but leaders warn the school still faces major long-term challenges and possible structural changes. -
Jackson County Fire District 5 has recently faced years of turmoil, including board member resignations, the termination of its chief and inadequate staffing. -
The small, coastal district has faced pushback in the past year, ranging from an unfair labor practices complaint to community concern. -
The number of Oregon high school students enrolled in career and technical education courses has grown by more than 15% over the past five school years. -
Glue-laminated beams and other structural supports are once again at issue. -
The university, facing its third financial crisis in four years, is seeking additional state support.
