Growing up in Ashland, Oregon has been magical. There’s something truly special about this little town. One of the highlights every year has been visiting the Halloween house on East Main Street and following its countdown to Halloween. Yes, it’s spooky, but that’s what makes it incredibly fun and memorable! I’ve cherished the tradition ever since I was a little kid, and now, at 13, I want that magic to stay.

In a world where artificial intelligence and technology dominate so much, it's important for kids like me to experience the difference between real and fake. Halloween, with its blend of the eerie and the entertaining, teaches us just that. Kids in Ashland can sometimes tend to be a bit sheltered, and the Halloween House offers a valuable chance to step into an imaginative world and face manageable fears. It helps us learn how to discern between real and fake, which is more important now than ever. 

The people who live in this house have brought so much community and excitement to the neighborhood and beyond. Although it's not officially a landmark, it certainly feels like one to those of us who’ve grown up with its almost-annual haunting and Halloween countdown. We should celebrate this unique tradition that plays a vital role in our community's identity.

However, there are people who want it to be taken down and that thought is so sad to so many. We need to preserve our Halloween spirit and ensure that this cherished tradition continues. This house is more than just a spooky attraction; it's part of our childhood memories and community fabric.

I invite you to join me in urging the property owners and city officials to maintain the Halloween House on East Main Street. Please sign this petition to support keeping this house’s Halloween spirit alive. I want to show our gratitude to the tenants who work so tirelessly every season, hopefully ensuring that more kids can enjoy the same thrills and excitement that I have. Your signature represents the importance of this ongoing tradition. Thank you!