Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
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🎭 Culture
Rogue Valley artist Tiziana DellaRovere opened her exhibition and book debut, 'Adorata: The Path of Enlovement,' at Langford Art Gallery in Phoenix on April 15; the show runs until May 22 with an artist talk on April 19, a ceremony on May 1, and a book reading on April 25.
🎓 Education
The Southern Oregon Education Service District held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday for its new 35,000 sqft office building in Phoenix.
The facility — built on the site of buildings lost in the Alameda fire — will support student services, school improvement staff, and the Steps Up program with dedicated classrooms and a playground.
🏛️ Government
Yesterday, the Medford Urban Renewal Agency considered allocating funds to study converting Harry & David Field into a minor league baseball stadium, which could serve as an alternative once feasibility and cost comparisons are complete; city council still prefers Hawthorne Park for downtown revitalization.
🏥 Health
The Jackson and Josephine Health Fair will take place Saturday in Central Point from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — offering free health screenings, vaccines, wellness activities, food trucks, games and crafts for kids.
📰 Real Estate
A developer has proposed nearly 200 senior living units on over 17 acres in east Medford with a pre-application review scheduled for April 29.
The plan includes a 230,000 sqft apartment building and duplex homes featuring a movie theater — a fitness center and pool for active older adults.
🎉 Medford Events
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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.
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.
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.
Richard Marx 'After Hours' Tour
7-11 p.m. — Holly Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless voice and unforgettable catalogue of award-winning artist Richard Marx.
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