Good morning, Medford.

The Southern Oregon Human Trafficking Disruptors Summit will be held at Ashland Hills Hotel on May 8th and May 9th—featuring keynote speeches and panels on tackling human trafficking in the Rogue Valley, while the My Friends Are Not For Sale event for teens and parents will run on May 10th from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Rogue Valley Metaphysical Library.

A traffic crash has closed a stretch of Table Rock Road between Airport Road and Merriman Road today, and emergency crews responded this afternoon—officials urge motorists to choose alternate routes— while the reopening time remains unknown.

Sheriff’s deputies and Search and Rescue personnel are searching for a missing 3-year-old boy who was reported missing around 10:00 a.m. near the 400 block of Red Blanket Road in Prospect—he was last seen with his missing German Shepherd and wearing only a diaper.

A California man, Florin George Ionita, 45, was sentenced on April 17 to 54 months in federal prison for bank fraud that Medford police investigated—federal prosecutors said.

Josephine County deputies responded just after 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday when a man aged 31 allegedly fired multiple rounds at two people on Dick George Rd. in Cave Junction, sparked a standoff, and fled on a stolen ATV—he was later arrested and the ATV was returned to its owner.

Talula Heckendorf, a junior at Phoenix High School, was recognized in the State of Oregon Congressional Art Competition for her artwork Man Walking Through an Alaskan Town and will have her piece displayed at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. this summer—another work, Colorful Desert Sunset with Huge Cacti, will be shown at the Ontario office.

Local educator Kara Davidson was named Oregon Elementary Principal of the Year for her leadership at Eastside School in Coos Bay while Medford's Kim Neiswanger received the Excellence in Teaching English Language Arts Award at Ruch Outdoor Community School.

Both awards honor improvements in student reading proficiency and innovative teaching methods.

On Friday, May 2, 2025, Oregon Health Authority issued a recreational use advisory for Emigrant Lake due to a cyanobacteria bloom that may make people and pets ill—locals are told to avoid swimming, water skiing, and power boating in affected areas while fishing, camping, canoeing, and kayaking remain allowed. Health officials also warn that fish caught from bloom areas should have fat, skin, and organs removed before cooking.

The City of Medford is hosting emergency preparedness town halls starting tonight so residents can learn safety measures and ask city leaders about wildfires and other hazards.

The next meeting is scheduled for May 15 at 6 p.m. at the Smullin Health Education Center — city officials say these sessions help everyone get ready for emergencies.

Providence Medford is discontinuing its ED Phlebotomist Program and Mobility Tech and Turn Team because lower Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements and rising costs are straining hospital finances.

The hospital said emergency room phlebotomists will serve across the facility and affected staff will be trained for new roles—ensuring no gap in care.

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.

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.

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.

Sip n' Stitch

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Great Harvest Bread Co. — Free entry — Enjoy a creative morning of stitching, snacks, and conversation.

Rogue Comic Con

9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Pear Blossom Park — Free admission — Celebrate pop culture with special guests, vendors, workshops, and family-friendly fun.

Waitress Musical Performance

8:00-10:30 PM — Oregon Cabaret Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy this Broadway musical featuring an all-female creative team and a recipe for happiness.

Public Run Day

11 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Medford Railroad Park — Free entry — Ride diesel trains and explore the fun at this family-friendly event.

Ashleigh Flynn & The Riveters Concert

8 PM - 12 AM — The Talent Club — Cost not specified — Experience the soulful tunes of Ashleigh Flynn & The Riveters amidst a lively atmosphere.

Seattle Studs vs Medford Rogues Baseball Game 2

6:30-9 p.m. — Medford Rogues Baseball Club — $10-$13 — Catch an exciting baseball game followed by a dazzling 16+ minute fireworks show.

Soroptimist Garden Tour

12:00 AM — Four Rogue Valley Gardens — Ticket prices may vary — Explore beautiful gardens on a self-guided tour through the Rogue Valley.