All Neighbors in Talent, OR
Top Neighbors: The magic behind the mirrors
You will never have to pay to be listed as a top neighbor. Period. That important detail clarified, let's discuss how we arrive at two "top neighbors" for a given region:
Localism is a bustling collection of hyper-local communities, and the top neighbors should reflect those members who are most active. When ranking users in a given region, several factors are considered. To get your foot in the proverbial door, you need to have posted at least one "Localism" article or photo for the region.
The very best way to quickly rise to #1 is to post high-quality local content. Keeping a steady strem of incoming posts and photos will massively tilt the scales in your favor.
What doesn't count toward the top neighbor ranking? ActiveRain points and community sponsorships. The top neighbor spots will always go to the most active members in a region. We want to create a level playing field that encourages the growth of communities — talent and dedication are required to win the day.
One of the things my husband and I used to do a lot before the wee babe (now bigger than their one grandmother, and headed to overtake the other in height soon) came along changing our entertainment choices from small theater dramatic performances to Disney movies and the Circus. Here we are discussing possible career choices and their associated schooling, and we realized "Woohoo! No more Kidz Bop in the car...no more Disney movies." We can go to First Friday Art Walk in Ashland and Third Friday Art Walk in Medford. We can go to the theater. And we can do this without hearing every couple of minutes "are we going home soon?"!
1...2...3...yes three art walks for the Rogue Valley! Talent will be joining Ashland and Medford with putting on an Art Walk. Ashland has a First Friday Art Walk, Medford a Third Friday Art Walk, and Talent will keep art enthusiasts going by having a 2nd Friday Art Walk. Ten Talent businesses located on South Talent Avenue will hold 
An artisan who creates a wonderful client gift will be there. Cheri' of 
New Sammy's Cowboy Bistro is one of the Rogue Valley's true 5 Star restaurants, and a fantastic dining experience for those looking for some exquisite food and wine pairings. Located on the South end of Talent, close to Ashland Oregon, make sure you call ahead for reservations, as although the restaurant has expanded since opening with their original 6 tables, it is a popular choice for Southern Oregon visitors and residents alike. 
Avalon Bar & Grill is the happening place in Talent Oregon, this community just North of Ashland that does not have a restaurant tax. Don't get me wrong, I'll pay the restaurant tax to visit some of Ashland's fabulous eateries, but I am off topic. At 
