There have been some major changes at Rogue River Mortgage, LLC. The company began in 1982 under the ownership of Lynn “Coz” Costantino. His associate, DeAnne Snyder, has worked with him at the office for 29 years. “DeAnne has been a key component of the business’ success,” Lynn said. “She is well-qualified to carry on the business.”

Century 21 J.C. Jones American Dream has been serving Southern Oregon since 1975, including Grants Pass, Applegate Valley, Rogue River, and surrounding small towns. According to their website, “Our team has an in-depth understanding of our local real estate market. You get efficient and effective marketing and management services. Whether you are buying, selling, a renter or a property owner, we can help you achieve your real estate dream.”

Mike and Jodie Apland of Apland’s Auto Body (2163 NE Spalding Avenue in Grants Pass and 2584 Bullock Road in Medford) are celebrating twelve years in business.

With an anniversary of 62 years coming up this year, Colonial Decorators (545 Westbrook Way) is one of the oldest businesses in Grants Pass. The Prulhiere family moved to Grants Pass from Ohio in 1958 and immediately opened the store, offering sales and installation of all floor coverings, plus window coverings, ceramic tile, hardwood, laminate and waterproof flooring.

Wild River Brewing and Pizza is one of the major success stories in Southern Oregon. What began as a pizza/brew pub in Cave Junction by Jerry and Bertha Miller in 1975 has now expanded to six locations, with three of them in Grants Pass—The Publick House at 533 NE F; Wild River Brewing & Pizza at 595 NE E; and the Wild River Brewing Plant on I Street.