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Medford
Friday, April 18th, 2025
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, a motorcyclist sustained severe injuries in a crash with a car on Crater Lake Ave. — police closed lanes from Alpine Ct. to Temple Dr. for over two hours while investigating, and his condition remains unknown. KOBI-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dick’s Sporting Goods closed its Public Lands store at Northgate Marketplace to double its size by expanding its main shop into the empty space—renovation is underway and the new 90,000 square foot store will open before the holiday season while the current store stays open. This move fits the company's plan to scale back its outdoor specialty brands. MedfordAlert
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Florin George Ionita, a Romanian national living in Garden Grove, California, was sentenced today to a 54-month federal prison term for an ATM-skimming scheme that stole over $176,000 from victims in Oregon and Maine, and he must serve a five-year supervised release and pay $176,922 in restitution. MedfordAlert
- ➤ James David Lee Hergett, a 34-year-old from Ashland, was arrested after he allegedly held a man captive for two days and went on a crime spree that began with vandalism on April 12 and included assaulting several people—including two officers who tased him—leading to a Jackson County grand jury indictment on nine charges and a search of his home that seized multiple firearms. KOBI-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Earlier this month, the Medford School District Budget Committee held a question and answer session on the proposed 2025-26 budget as officials noted the district is in a strong position but warned that larger federal cuts could force spending reductions. The committee will hold a public hearing on May 8 and vote on the budget on May 22—steps aimed at addressing funding uncertainties. KOBI-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials, community leaders, and fire department members held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Fire Station 15 on April 10 to begin replacing the old station—this upgrade will improve emergency response and firefighter safety. Construction will continue through the coming year using city funds, a small utility fee increase, and local marijuana tax revenues. MedfordAlert
- ➤ The Jacksonville Fire Department has received a $35,000 grant from the Oregon State Fire Marshal to add three seasonal firefighters for the upcoming wildfire season — the funds are set to boost the department’s ability to respond rapidly as temperatures warm. KOBI-TV
- ➤ A bill moving through the Legislature would let Medford police use drones at emergency calls without a warrant—supporters say it boosts officer safety while critics worry it could harm privacy. KDRV
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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.
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2025 Careers in Gear Event
9 AM – 2 PM — Jackson County Expo — Free entry — Explore career opportunities and inspirations for the next workforce generation.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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First Aid & CPR Training & Certification
9 AM – 2 PM — BBSI Medford — Free — Learn essential life-saving skills in both adult and child CPR and first aid.
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The Brothers Reed Concert
5:30-11:30 p.m. — Dunbar Farms/Rocky Knoll Tasting Room — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy Folk, Bluegrass, and Americana with entertaining sibling banter.
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~ Theodore Roosevelt
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