Friday, May 29th, 2026
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Spartan Boxing is hosting an amateur boxing fight night fundraiser today at the Medford Armory to raise funds for its at-risk youth programs, featuring Olympic-style matches, food + music. Doors open at 5 p.m. KOBI-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ With warmer weather arriving today, transportation safety officials urge Medford drivers and riders to use extra caution on local roads after hundreds of motorcycle crashes and dozens of fatalities statewide last year (safety notice). Rogue River Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rogue Community College president Randy Weber discussed the college's growing student enrollment and financial challenges with NBC5 on Thursday. He said pending HB 4124 may create a sustainable vision for higher education and improve transfer pathways with Southern Oregon University. KOBI-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Annum Housing is launching a digital platform to help residents find housing aid and will open an affordable workforce housing project at 2100 Barnett Road next month. The app uses an AI assistant (Dorothy) to match users with housing programs in partnership with SOREDI. KOBI-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local officials in the Rogue Valley are proposing a major expansion of hunting and fishing areas to boost access for anglers and hunters + the plan aims to support salmon and steelhead conservation with details to be shared in upcoming meetings. Rogue River Press
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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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Medford Rogues vs Fresno A's Baseball Game
6:35 p.m. — Harry & David Field — $10-$13 — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup followed by a spectacular fireworks show.
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Medford Rogues vs. California Tigers
6:35-11:59 p.m. — Harry & David Field — Tickets from $10 — Enjoy a night of exciting baseball as the Medford Rogues take on the California Tigers.
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