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Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, the ACCESS Senior Fair filled Rogue X as over 2,000 seniors gathered for free health screenings — including colon cancer tests — and social activities. Organizers set up 92 booths to provide local resources and services for older adults. KOBI-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A semi-truck carrying bee hives flipped on Diamond Lake Highway near mile 9 in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, spilling hundreds of thousands of bees onto the roadway. Beekeepers have spent three days clustering and moving the bees to prevent a fire hazard and save the hives. KDRV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Papillon Rouge Boutique celebrates 23 years with the opening of its second store (970 North Phoenix Road, East Medford) after hosting a festive event with champagne, charcuterie bowls and treats over the weekend. The new location will feature a range of men’s clothing among other items. KOBI-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon Department of Forestry and Bureau of Land Management are conducting a controlled burn on 47 acres in the Applegate Watershed today, with crews set to burn another 58 acres on Thursday — the burns are planned on days with good ventilation to keep smoke from settling in the valley. KDRV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jackson County Fire Districts 3 and 5 hold multi-agency training today at Fire District 3 in White City — crews practiced search and rescue tactics during a simulated multi-story fire and will resume training in 2 weeks to boost unit coordination. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Voters in the Rogue Valley Transportation District will soon decide on renewing Measure 15-240, a 13-cent local option tax that funds daily bus operations for residents who depend on public transit. If passed, the measure may restore weekend and later evening routes for many local riders. KDRV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Red Cross advises residents to prepare a go-bag (with essentials like non-perishable food, water, medications, and important documents) as dry winter conditions may increase fire risk; staying prepared can help ensure a quick emergency response. KOBI-TV
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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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