Good morning, Medford.

Last Friday, local unhoused individuals moved into seven new studio apartments at Hope Lofts as part of The Salvation Army’s expanded transitional living program in Medford — the nearly $1.7 million project doubled available units and received funding from organizations including Allcare Health and Jackson Care Connect.

Shady Cove declared a state of emergency as a precaution against the East Evans Creek Fire and advised residents to prepare an evacuation plan by gathering essential documents and medications.

City officials are working with state and county partners to coordinate emergency resources and encourage water conservation.

Local officials celebrated finishing Medford’s largest transportation project on July 17 when Foothill Road Improvement upgraded a two-lane road to a four-lane route from Delta Waters Road to Hillcrest Road.

The $62 million project involved local, state, and federal partners — including a $15 million federal grant.

Rogue River Jr.-Sr. High released the varsity fall sports schedules for the Chieftain football team, which will start on Labor Day Weekend on Friday, Sept.

4 at 7 p.m. at home (in the Rogue River School District) and for the girls’ soccer team that reached state playoffs last year.

Immersive Art Gala

The Art of our Time Immersive Art Gala will be a dynamic, multi-sensory art experience featuring live performances and interactive installations, bringing the community together to celebrate and support the Rogue Gallery & Art Center. The evening will be paired with heavy bites by Butter Babes Catering (Owner/Chef of Luncheonette), and Mix & Mingle will be selling curated cocktails and mocktails. Attire is dressy casual.

2026 Oregon American Legion AAA State Tournament

Jul 25-29 — Harry & David Field — $10 entry, kids under 12 free — Witness Oregon's youth baseball talents compete for the state championship.

Frozen The Musical

3:00–5:00 p.m. — Craterian Theater at The Collier Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the beloved story of Frozen brought to life on stage in Medford.

Frozen The Musical

3-5 p.m. — Craterian Theater at The Collier Center — Tickets start at $102 — Experience the enchanting tale of Frozen come to life on stage.