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Medford
Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon Vortex's House of Mystery is set to reopen in March after last March's flood damaged its gift shop and access bridge. Construction is limited — work will be done from June to Sept while a contractor is still being selected. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Colver Road and North Pacific Highway in Talent are closed as crews remove logs from the intersection — drivers should take alternate routes until the Talent Police Department offers an update. KDRV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Rogue Valley Chorale Association warned that Deloitte Consulting’s assessment on Monday recommended $20 million in cuts at SOU that may end its music program—a move that could impact local arts. A public meeting is scheduled tomorrow at 5 p.m. for the board to vote on the plan. KOBI-TV
- ➤ The Medford Food Project will award North Medford High School $1,000 from the Medford Food Co-Op's Positive Change Grant for student volunteer work; the donation will be presented on May 19 at 9 a.m. on campus. KDRV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ SOLVE’s annual Earth Month initiative ended this week with strong community spirit as it partnered with Portland General Electric and expanded to cover the full month of April (its first full-month edition). Rogue River Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jackson County Library District will cut staff by 8.45 full-time positions and reduce branch hours at Medford starting mid-June to keep budgets stable. The 2026-2027 plan also adjusts schedules and boosts digital borrowing (19.3 percent rise). KOBI-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon Health Authority reports that no Andes strain was found among Oregon's 27 hantavirus cases from 1993 to 2023, including one in Jackson County. The disease, spread by rodents, can cause severe respiratory symptoms with a fatality rate of 30 to 40%. KOBI-TV
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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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Classic Albums Live: Dark Side of the Moon Tribute
8-11 p.m. — Holly Theatre — Ticket prices available — Experience Pink Floyd's iconic album brought to life by world-class musicians in a historic venue.
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I'm With Her Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Holly Theatre — Check the event page for cost — Experience an evening with six-time GRAMMY winner Sarah Jarosz as she showcases her musical talent.
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Bonnie Raitt Concert
7:30 p.m. — Britt Pavilion, Medford — Ticket details on site — Experience the soulful sounds of Bonnie Raitt live.
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James And The Giant Peach, Jr
3:00 – 11:59 p.m. — Craterian Theater at The Collier Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets from $48 — Dive into the whimsical tale of adventure with James and his giant peach.
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