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Medford
Saturday, May 24th, 2025
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ NewsWatch 12 has compiled a list of Memorial Day ceremonies and celebrations across Southern Oregon scheduled from early morning to noon with events in Shady Cove, Medford, Ashland, Eagle Point, Grants Pass, Klamath Falls, and Brookings. The events include a flag raising and pancake breakfast at 9 a.m. in Shady Cove—details that highlight a range of community observances—and a ceremony at Memory Gardens Memorial Park in Medford at 11 a.m. KDRV
- ➤ Students from Scenic Middle School placed thousands of flags at headstones in Eagle Point National Cemetery Friday morning + the project honored over 15,000 graves as the cemetery prepares to welcome visitors for Memorial Day weekend. KOBI-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Southern Oregon University presents its final season show this weekend with Blood Wedding by Federico García Lorca on the Main Stage Theatre; the tragic play set in rural Spain shows a bride torn between her betrothed and a former lover—exploring love, passion, and violence—while performances run through June 1. KOBI-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jackson County Roads and Parks announced that all off-pavement areas of Bear Creek Greenway will close on June 1 for fire season—only the paved path will remain open for biking and walking until the Oregon Department of Forestry declares the season over. KDRV
- ➤ DFPA crews in Days Creek are containing a 45-acre fire that started Thursday at 7:00 p.m. near Doe Hollow Rd — using three engines, a water tender, a dozer and two 20-person crews to secure the area — while investigators check the cause. Officials said containment and mop up work is expected to continue for about three more days. KOBI-TV
- ➤ StormTracker 12 Summer Forecast online features Chief Meteorologist Matt Hoffman and Meteorologist Sara Kress sharing weather stories for Southern Oregon and Northern California — the report covers Emigrant Lake reaching near capacity, wildfire training by local firefighters, and regional updates like aquatic safety lessons and outdoor leisure after ski season at Mt. Ashland. Additional details highlight attractions such as a popular Dunsmuir waterfall and a new grizzly bear sighting at Wildlife Images. KDRV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Medford School Board is pushing to approve the 2025/26 school year budget as state funding remains uncertain. Assistant Superintendent Brad Earl said the board might start school before receiving full funding details and must approve the budget by June 30. KOBI-TV
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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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Cascade Collegiate League Showcase vs. Medford Rogues (Game 3)
6:30-9 p.m. — Medford Rogues Baseball Club — Adult beverages discounted — Enjoy Thirsty Thursday with a variety of drinks and a game of baseball.
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Redmond Dudes vs. Medford Rogues Game 1
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Medford Rogues Baseball Club — Free entry — Experience the thrill of local baseball as the Redmond Dudes take on the Medford Rogues.
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Late for the Train Festival
2-8 p.m. — RoxyAnn Winery — $15-$20 — Celebrate local food and music with bluegrass bands and craft vendors at this community festival.
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Public Run Day
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Medford Railroad Park — Free entry — Experience the joy of riding diesel trains in a charming park setting.
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Arrival - The Music of ABBA
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Craterian Theater at The Collier Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets on sale February 21st — Experience Canada’s tribute to ABBA alongside Dreams: The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute.
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Connor Reese Music Performance at RoxyAnn Winery
4-6 p.m. — RoxyAnn Winery — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of live music and wine in a scenic winery setting.
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