Good morning, Medford.

On Monday—Oregon State Police and the Oregon National Guard safely detonated an old military device found on a Sams Valley property after a local resident sent photos and videos of Jackson County Fire District 3 and responders at the scene.

Fire crews in Josephine County contained a fire that started in a small well house and spread to nearby grass at the end of Cienaga Lane yesterday — the cause remains unknown, and RMF reminds the public to remain cautious as weather warms.

The Old Spaghetti Factory will open its new Medford location on April 28 at 147 North Front Street Avenue — its former Porters site — to offer affordable Italian family-style dining for locals and visitors.

On April 3, MADGE executed a search warrant at a residence on Ponderosa Way in Eagle Point following a two-month investigation into cocaine distribution—arresting two residents and seizing over 100 grams of cocaine, eight firearms, about $48,000 in cash, four vehicles and one motorcycle—officials said.

Eagle Point police, working with the Medford Area Drug and Gang Enforcement team, arrested two suspects after a two-month investigation sparked by community tips and seized eight firearms — more than 100 grams of cocaine, nearly $48,000 in cash, four vehicles and one motorcycle.

The Rogue Valley Transportation District warned it will lose 20% of its routes and 81 jobs if transit funding does not increase by July 2026 — General Manager Julie Brown said the agency is already cutting budget items and will work with the community to decide which routes to keep.

AllCare Health awarded $25K to Asante to support the planned expansion of The Family House in Grants Pass—doubling guest room capacity from seven to 14 and adding three RV spaces so patients traveling to Three Rivers Medical Center have more lodging options.

The Asante Foundation continues to seek additional funds to complete furnishing the new spaces.

Third Thursday Comedy Night

7-10 p.m. — Liquid Lounge — $10 entry — Enjoy a night of laughter featuring professional comedians in a vibrant downtown setting.

Zack Lyman Live Comedy Show

8 PM – 12 AM — Chadwicks Pub — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a hilarious night with nationally touring comedian Zack Lyman.

Luna Tango at Belle Fiore

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Belle Fiore Winery — Cost Info not provided — Experience a captivating performance by a tango quintet featuring professional dancers.

2025 Careers in Gear Event

9 AM – 2 PM — Jackson County Expo — Free entry — Explore career opportunities and inspirations for the next workforce generation.

Earth Day Celebration

12:30-4 p.m. — ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum — Free entry — Celebrate sustainability with hands-on activities and local vendors at ScienceWorks.

Community Garage Sale for Rogue Community Cat Rescue

4-7 p.m. — Blossom Hills Early Learning Center — Free entry — Explore treasures while supporting local feline rescues at this two-day garage sale.

Public Run Day

11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Medford Railroad Park — Free rides — Enjoy a delightful day riding diesel trains at the scenic Medford Railroad Park.

Sleeping Beauty - The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine

7-8:30 p.m. — Craterian Theater at The Collier Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting tale of Sleeping Beauty brought to life by a mesmerizing ballet performance.

Mariachi Herencia De Mexico

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Craterian Theater at The Collier Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket info TBA — Experience a new generation of mariachi music with the Latin Grammy-nominated group Mariachi Herencia de México.

Rogue Valley Clinic — The Street Dog Coalition

9 a.m. — United Way of Jackson County — Free services — Offering veterinary care for pets of people experiencing homelessness.