JPR reporters discuss the week’s top Southern Oregon stories, including Ashland’s bike mechanic school, a proposed $15 million lifeline for SOU and aggressive deer.

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival opens “Come From Away,” the true story of a town that welcomed thousands of stranded travelers after the Sept. 11 attacks.

Host Geoffrey Riley and master gardener Lynn Kunstman dig deep into the weeds with recommendations for late winter and early spring gardening.

Chris West is a senior biologist with the Yurok Wildlife Department and manages the Northern California Condor Restoration Program. He's tracking a condor couple that is suspected of caring for a nested egg.

Author Susie Cahill shares the story of Jimmie Washoe, a Lakeview, Oregon buckaroo, jockey and boxer who survived Indian boarding schools and became a local icon.

A roundtable conversation focusing on the benefits and challenges of rural public transportation.

Matthew Vargas, a biologist with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife presented the Ashland City Council with options to consider in managing the deer population.

Nine ways to get outside this spring, from backcountry skiing and skimo racing to youth mountain biking, wildfire prep, bird migration and regional hot springs.

Christine Morgan shares insight into the city's partnership with tribal leaders.

Underground History host Chelsea Rose talks with Beth Lew-Williams about her book and the research behind it.