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Medford
Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A heat lamp ignited a dog house on Hartsfield Lane in Merlin on Wednesday, and a family goat lost its home. The family, their dog, and the goat escaped injury and contained the fire until firefighters arrived (4:26 a.m.) while Rural Metro Fire advises proper heat lamp use. KDRV
- ➤ Medford families can join three local Easter egg hunts today including the Lozier Lane Community event at Lozier Lane Baptist Church (794 Lozier Lane) from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., North Medford High School from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. and The Village at Medford Center from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. KDRV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Children's Museum of Southern Oregon will launch its 2026 Summer Clubs from June 16 through Aug. 12 for children ages 5–12. Parents may register for flexible one-day or multi-week sessions at the Pavilion plus creative, STEAM-based programs at The Annex. KDRV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lydia Doleman of Earth Dragon Natural Building will speak about climate-friendly construction using natural materials on April 28 at 6:00 p.m. at the Medford Public Library; the free talk will show how sustainable methods can lower building costs and reduce carbon emissions. KOBI-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ With fire season approaching, the Jacksonville Fire Department is deploying a mechanical masticator today to clear brush and small trees in Jacksonville (a key fire prevention step) to create defensible space. KDRV
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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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Oregon Cheese Festival
12-5 p.m. — Seven Feathers Event Center — Admission varies — Celebrate cheese and indulge in artisan delights from over 100 vendors.
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Annual Barnstormer Spring Show
4:00 PM - 3:30 PM — Jackson County Expo — Free entry — Explore a vibrant market filled with vintage treasures, handmade goods, and local food trucks.
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Chamber Music Concerts Featuring Canadian Brass
3-5 p.m. — Music Building — $49/59 — Experience the world-famous Canadian Brass in a lively concert filled with humor and virtuosity.
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