Monday, May 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local veterans returned to Medford Sunday after a free four-day trip to Washington, D.C. that honored their service — fire trucks sprayed water on their plane and a National Guard flag line greeted them on arrival. KDRV
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HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new report from the Hospital Association of Oregon said nearly half of Oregon hospitals operated at a loss in 2024 as rising costs and Medicaid paying only 56 cents per dollar hurt finances. Hospitals cut over 800 jobs and reduced services while struggling to cover costs—prompting calls from leaders for policy changes to protect care and the state economy. MedfordAlert
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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