Sunday, March 8th, 2026
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Medford Fire Department has hidden a time capsule with patches, a letter from the chief, photos, training plans, a pay stub, and a personnel roster at Station 15—its oldest fire station currently under construction, with work set to finish this fall. KOBI-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Southern Oregon dairies shined when the World Championship Cheese Contest concluded last Thursday in Madison — Central Point’s Rogue Creamery earned second in the Blue Molding category while Roseburg’s Umpqua Dairy won both first and second in reduced or low-fat cottage cheese. KOBI-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Mar. 7, the BLM sold over 27 million board feet of timber from public lands, including the Medford District’s Thom Bone tract bought by Estremado Logging Inc. The agency will hold seven more sales in March to supply regional mills and support local jobs. MedfordAlert
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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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ACCESS Senior Fair 2026
9 AM – 3 PM — Rogue X — Free admission — Explore community resources to enrich seniors' lives while supporting local food pantries.
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CEVA Rogue Valley Classic
All day — Rogue X - Medford Parks & Recreation — Check website for entry fees — Engage in volleyball and learn valuable life skills at this community-focused event.
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Omar Ruiz Concert
8 p.m. — Medford Armory Rental Venue — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant music of Omar Ruiz live in Medford.
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Community E-Cycle Drive
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Jackson County Expo — Free entry — Recycle your old electronics responsibly at this community e-cycling event supporting local job creation.
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