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Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ John Howell unveiled the region's only wind phone at Jacksonville Cemetery on April 7; the 82-year-old—supported by volunteers—installed the vintage phone in a wooden enclosure beneath a madrone tree to offer a quiet space for reflection, and he will soon launch a memory project for his wife's care facility. KOBI-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Two redevelopment proposals to expand addiction treatment services are under review by the city’s Land Development Committee on April 15 in Medford. The plans propose a new residential treatment facility on West Main and a modern administrative center on East Main. MedfordAlert
- ➤ More than 25 regional airports across Oregon will receive over $27 million in federal funds for infrastructure upgrades. Rogue Valley International in Medford will receive $2 million for apron pavement improvements, while Grants Pass Airport will get $2.67 million for upgrades to its runway + taxiway lighting. KOBI-TV
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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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