Friday, January 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sergeant Shawn Richards, a highly respected member of the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue team for over 23 years, is retiring after completing more than 1000 missions. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Rogue Retreat, a Medford non-profit, is now operating Ashland's severe weather shelter for 90 days, aiming to provide a safer space and connect people to services towards stable housing. KOBI-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Providence Health in Oregon has nearly completed recruiting temporary nurses to cover staffing needs during the upcoming strike by the Oregon Nurses Association. MedfordAlert
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Coastal Farm & Ranch Challenge of Champions Tour, featuring top bull riders, returns to Central Point on January 3rd and 4th for a thrilling two-day event. KDRV
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Onyx Storm Book Release Celebration
Celebrate the release of Rebecca Yarros’ third book in The Empyrean Series, Onyx Storm, at Barnes & Noble with proof of purchase required for attendance.
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Community Axe Throwing Event for Young Adults
Axe throwing event aimed at young adults aged 18-28 to foster community connections and friendships in a fun and supportive environment.
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Jen Ambrose Concert at Padigan
Enjoy a live performance by Jen Ambrose at Padigan in Medford.
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Strategic Board Games Gathering
A gathering at Mellelo Coffee Roasters to explore and play various strategic board games with an emphasis on learning new games.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
No man ever steps in the same river twice, for it's not the same river and he's not the same man.
~ Heraclitus
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