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Saturday, April 25th, 2026
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After two months of closure, Rogue Rock Gym will reopen under new ownership. Longtime members Alex Golden and Carsen Dowding secured over $40,000 in community funding and plan to resume operations on Friday, May 1, with original staff continuing to support the gym’s mission. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Independent Bookstore Day is today as local book sellers host contests, exclusive books, and food events to celebrate unique reading spots (support your neighborhood bookstore or visit its website for more details). KOBI-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Medford School District hosted the annual SOXEXO Future Chef Competition on Friday morning at North Medford High School, where elementary students prepared original dishes under adult guidance. A panel of judges awarded medals as they celebrated culinary creativity with family recipes. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Southern Oregon University’s Arts and Humanities Dean (Andrew Gay) warned that the upcoming academic transformation could be larger than expected after Deloitte Consulting presents recommendations at the board meeting on Tuesday, Apr. 28. More details will appear online on May 4 and in sessions on May 5 and 8. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Two Southern Oregon University School of Education alumni released their second book this month through ConnectEDD Publishing, offering practical strategies for school leaders to manage challenging workplace conversations. The book provides planning tools and frameworks drawn from their extensive teaching and administration experience in the region. KDRV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Medford Water launched a new online page to track water supply conditions after the governor declared a drought. The site will be updated throughout the summer, offering details on water production + conservation tips for customers. KDRV
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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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360 Allstars Performance
4-7 p.m. — Craterian Theater at The Collier Center for the Performing Arts — VIP packages available — Experience the thrill of acrobatics and street performance in a unique show.
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