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Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hillcrest Ace Hardware is now open in East Medford; it opened Thursday, Apr. 16 at 2:30 p.m. at 688 North Foothill Road and expands Ashland Ace Hardware with a range of lawn & garden, paint, home décor, and appliance products available during daily hours. KOBI-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ SOU held a board meeting on April 16 to update on its Resiliency Plan and survey results showing 51% satisfaction and lower freshman rates amid staff frustration over pay and staffing; SOU President Rick Bailey said workloads must be adjusted before submitting a financial plan by April 30. KOBI-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local officials approved $500,000 — subject to hiring a qualified engineering firm — for a feasibility study of a proposed baseball stadium, with the review set to assess potential sites at Hawthorne Park and Harry and David Field as part of downtown revitalization efforts. MedfordAlert
- ➤ Medford Water issued a boil water advisory for about 600 customers in southwest Medford after a water main lost pressure during maintenance on Archer Drive on Thursday, Apr. 16. Residents must boil water for one minute until tests confirm no harmful bacteria — officials emphasize safety. KDRV
- ➤ Medford Water issued a boil water advisory for about 600 customers in southwest Medford after a pressure drop on Archer Drive that could let harmful bacteria in the system. Residents, including those at Griffin Creek Elementary School (and South Medford High), must boil water until tests confirm safety. MedfordAlert
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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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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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