Daily
Medford
Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Holly Theatre marked its one-year anniversary this month in Medford after reopening in 2025 following nearly 40 years of vacancy — it is now the largest indoor performing arts center hosting events, screenings and premieres. KOBI-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Crater High School's speech and debate team will send 13 students to the OSAA State Tournament in April — the most participants ever for the school. Coaches credit a new competitive culture and hard work for the team's success. KDRV
- ➤ Central Point School District has invited local families with children turning 5 by Sept. 1 to attend the Kindergarten launch — hosted at all five elementary and primary schools — next month. Rogue River Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The DEQ said Jackson County had 7 burn days with the latest on March 16 and noted that dry winter weather and low snowpack may lead to more burn days in March, April, and May. Firefighters are on standby and updates are available by phone (541-776-7007). KOBI-TV
- ➤ The Siskiyou Mountains Ranger District is burning 20 acres in the Panther Peak area of the Ashland Watershed today to manage forest fuels and lower wildfire risks; officials say smoke may settle in valleys overnight but should dissipate in a few days. KDRV
-
ACCESS Senior Fair 2026
9 AM – 3 PM — Rogue X — Free admission — Explore community resources to enrich seniors' lives while supporting local food pantries.
-
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.
-
Omar Ruiz Concert
8 p.m. — Medford Armory Rental Venue — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant music of Omar Ruiz live in Medford.
-
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.
-
50th Anniversary Pear Blossom Run
7 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Rogue Valley Family YMCA — Registration required — Celebrate spring with a timed 10 Mile and 5K run alongside the fun of the Mayor’s Cup Fun Run.
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
It's not about the goal. It's about growing to become the person that can accomplish the goal.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Medford
Welcome to the Daily Medford, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Medford, Oregon community. If you like the Daily Medford, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Medford.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Medford and across Oregon. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Medford
A free Medford community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailymedford.com/sitemap