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Medford
Thursday, June 19th, 2025
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two cars crashed Tuesday afternoon near Ashland on I-5 at milepost 4 when a black Honda Civic driven by Terielizabeth Smead veered into a parked Freightliner — killing passenger Harry Smead at the scene while Smead sustained serious injuries and the truck driver remained unharmed as authorities closed the highway for about five hours. KDRV
- ➤ On June 17, near Ashland, a two-vehicle crash on I-5 caused a Honda Civic to strike a parked semi-truck at milepost 4 in Jackson County and left a passenger dead and the driver seriously injured—state police and county officials investigated the incident. MedfordAlert
- ➤ Fire crews are responding to the Red Blanket Fire east of Prospect on Red Blanket Rd and are working to gain access to the five-acre fire (0% contained) as engines, crews, and aircraft are dispatched. KDRV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Medford Parks and Rec kicked off summer last weekend with the first-ever Chalk About Medford Festival at Rogue X—local artists competed in a chalk art contest while community members enjoyed music, free food and a movie. The event highlighted local talent and thanked the community for their support. KOBI-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews with the Oregon Department of Forestry battled a fast-growing fire that sparked yesterday around noon on the 2000 block of Upper Applegate Road and expanded to 120 acres by 2:30 p.m.—evacuation orders were issued for zones JAC-427, JAC-436, and JAC-421. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Oregon’s Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) urged residents to prepare now for a wildfire season expected to be active due to hotter and drier conditions. The National Interagency Fire Center reported increased fire activity and advised that early preparation can help reduce risks. Rogue River Press
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Katherine Bryan opened her new lavender farm where her dog Sunny roamed the fields along the Southern Oregon Lavender Trail—farm visitors will soon experience a burst of purple blooms and sweet scents each summer. Rogue River Press
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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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Stockton Pearls vs Medford Rogues Game 2
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Medford Rogues Baseball Club — Free entry — Enjoy an exciting night of baseball with family-friendly activities and summer fun.
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4th of July Fireworks: Boomfest 2025
7-8 p.m. — Jackson County Expo — Free entry — Enjoy Southern Oregon's largest fireworks display in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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Britt Kids Concert: Red Yarn
10:30-11:30 a.m. — The Children's Museum of Southern Oregon — Free entry — Enjoy lively folk-rock music and playful puppetry in a fun concert for kids under 10.
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Humboldt Crabs vs Medford Rogues Game 3
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Medford Rogues Baseball Club — Discounted adult beverages available — Enjoy Thirsty Thursday with game day excitement and giveaways.
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PEL - Lincoln Potters vs Medford Rogues Game 1
6:30-9 p.m. — Medford Rogues Baseball Club — Check website for ticket prices — Exciting family fun with inflatable water attractions to beat the summer heat.
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Jackson County Fair
7 PM — Jackson County Expo — Free entry — Experience The Outlaw Mariachi as they rock the fair for the first time.
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