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Medford
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In Medford, ACCESS's 6th Street weather shelter opened Monday at 5:30 p.m. and remains available today with 64 first-come, first-served beds, while MINT's inclement weather shelter is operating Tuesday through Friday with 75 beds for residents and their dogs as a winter storm raises cold-weather concerns. KDRV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Rogue Rock Gym in Medford is closing today at 9 p.m. after a 21-year run due to financial challenges. The owner invites visitors to retrieve belongings and say goodbye while details for members will be provided later. KOBI-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall died on Sunday at 95. He is remembered for his role in 'The Great Northfield Minnesota Raid,' filmed in Jacksonville in 1970 (the film set remains a historic landmark). KOBI-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Eagle Point School District 9 named Jim Helmen as its new superintendent—he will begin his role in the 2026-27 school year and brings decades of experience from Vernonia School District, including over 20 years in educational leadership. KDRV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Low winter snowpack will affect farms in Rogue Valley as crops near Applegate and Emigrant Lakes need water for summer; owner Doug Bigham said farms will use more drip irrigation to cope with faster snowmelt. He warned that insufficient snow may reduce early water supply. KOBI-TV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Game Night Deli, located at 1390 Biddle Road #104, opens today and offers sandwiches while hosting tabletop gaming events that range from competitive tournaments to casual card and board games (including Pokémon and Dungeons and Dragons). The deli is open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sun-Thu and until 9:00 p.m. Fri-Sat. KOBI-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mt. Ashland Ski Area will reopen Feb. 19 with chairlifts, equipment rentals and lessons after a January closure for low snowfall. Hours run 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. with twilight skiing Thursday through Saturday — crews report 14 inches at the base with extra terrain based on new snow. KDRV
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Hayden Coffman & Lane Smith Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Rocky Tonk Saloon — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of soulful country music with rising star Hayden Coffman and the talented Lane Smith.
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What People Are Reading
5-6 p.m. — Hannon Library — Free entry — Explore reading choices and insights from a diverse panel of avid readers.
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2026 Roxy Ann Gem & Mineral Show
10 a.m.-6 p.m. — Seven Feathers Event Center — $5 for members, kids free — Explore rare gems, engage in family activities, and participate in auctions for unique specimens.
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2026 Community Crab Crack
5-8 p.m. — Jackson County Expo — All-you-can-eat — Enjoy a delicious crab feast while supporting the Rotary Club of Medford.
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TRES PALOMAS Live Performance
6-8 p.m. — Butterfly Club — Reservations required — Enjoy Bossa Nova and international classics performed by Tres Palomas.
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Southern Oregon ALS Support Group
1-2:30 p.m. — United Way of Jackson County — Free entry — Connect with others living with ALS and share experiences for support and hope.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Ryan Holiday
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