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Medford
Saturday, May 31st, 2025
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Medford is projected to see more tourists this summer as attractions like Crater Lake and sporting events draw visitors. Travel Medford forecasts that hotels and restaurants will benefit and that transient lodging tax from May visitation will rise from 5% to 8%—a sign of the record tourism season ahead. KDRV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Boaters on the Rogue River in Jackson County are urged to exercise extra caution as winter high water events changed the river’s topography—shifting gravel and large rocks now create unexpected obstacles. Marine Patrol Deputy Noah Strohmeyer said all boaters must use Coast Guard-approved life jackets to stay safe in fast, cold water. KOBI-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local, state, and federal agencies conducted full-scale emergency preparedness drills at Rogue Valley International-Medford Airport on Thursday—simulating a major aviation incident. The exercises tested fire suppression, EMS triage, and hospital coordination—using live fire scenarios and realistic injury makeup to boost training authenticity. MedfordAlert
- ➤ Oregon National Guard member Pedro Velasquez set a new world record for most hand-release push-ups in one hour at West Coast Strength gym—friends and spectators joined him while Maj. Tommy Vu supervised the count. Rogue River Press
- ➤ On Friday, the Oregon Department of Forestry sent over 20 firefighters to Canada and several U.S. states—14 to Alberta, four to Alaska, three to Minnesota, and one to Florida—to serve a two-week rotation under mutual aid agreements as wildfire season begins. The agency maintained adequate staffing at home to ensure fire protection in Oregon. MedfordAlert
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Jackson and Josephine Health Fair is held today from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Jackson County Expo in Central Point — offering free health screenings, community resources and interactive wellness activities. KOBI-TV
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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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Summer Solstice Run in Medford
6:30-9 p.m. — Hawthorne Park Playground — $26 — Celebrate the longest day of the year with a family-friendly run featuring 5k and 10k options.
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Public Run Day at Medford Railroad Park
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Medford Railroad Park — Free entry — Experience the thrill of riding diesel trains in a family-friendly setting.
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Disney Performing Arts Camp for Kids
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM — Collier Creative Center — Check website for fees — Kids aged 7-12 explore performing arts through themed activities and crafts culminating in a musical presentation.
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Latin Dance Night at RoxyAnn Winery
5:30-8 p.m. — RoxyAnn Winery — Cost not specified — Enjoy a delightful evening of salsa and bachata dancing under the stars with a glass of wine.
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