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Medford
Friday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ ACCESS is hosting its Annual Senior Fair on Tuesday, March 24 at Rogue X in Medford from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The fair features over 80 exhibitors offering healthcare and caregiving services plus snacks, giveaways, and a bingo game with NewsWatch 12 hosts and is free to attend. KDRV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The In a Landscape series returns with Oregon-born pianist Hunter Noack performing at Applegate Lake on May 30 and 31, with additional summer shows planned in Oakland, Coos Bay, and Langlois (tickets available online). KOBI-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Medford City Council approved an Economic Improvement District today—partnering with the Downtown Medford Association to boost downtown development. The district covers properties between Bear Creek and Oakdale Avenue and from Sixth to Eighth streets and uses a two-tier fee structure to fund beautification, advocacy, and administration. KDRV
- ➤ Gas prices in Medford have risen more than 67 cents per gallon since a recent bombing of Iranian oil fields pushed global crude costs higher. AAA advises drivers to use its app + cost-saving strategies when refueling. KOBI-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sunny Joy Farms in Talent will host a Backyard Chickens 101 course this Sunday from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Led by owner Sunny Lindley, the course teaches coop setup, safe bird handling, and chicken care laws (classes start at $25) and welcomes youth, teens, and anyone interested. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Eight elementary students competed at Phoenix High School in a culinary contest as each prepared dishes with a Sodexo employee’s help — fourth-grader Audrey Duewall won with her almond butter and fruit cookie cups. KDRV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Frank Phillips accepted the interim director role at Jackson County Library District on Wednesday after former director Carrie May was terminated last month. The board will finalize his contract while staff start union negotiations with a 150-day bargaining period set to begin next week. KOBI-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rogue River Track and Field team grew stronger today as head coach Dan Alden and assistant coach Jesse Smith led athletes (Ezekiel Herndon, Reagan Alden, Isaac Rillo, Levi Franks, Josiah West, Evan Forbuss, Jameson Blount, and Zach Sullivan) in a spirited display at practice. Rogue River Press
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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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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The graveyard is the richest place on earth, because it is here that you will find all the hopes and dreams that were never fulfilled.
~ Les Brown
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