Good morning, Medford.

On July 19, police from Ashland, Jackson County, and Oregon State Police arrested a suspect who allegedly fired shots on I-5 near Ashland after a drone located him in a wooded area—an armored vehicle enabled officers to safely approach and detain him.

A man suspected of firing a rifle at officers along I-5 near Ashland was taken into custody early Friday morning after Eagle Point Police deployed a drone on July 19 at 5:19 a.m. which located him and led to his surrender.

Sharon Johnston-Corson filed a lawsuit against Officer Kenneth Moore and the City of Gold Beach after she was allegedly shot twice in the shoulder during a traffic stop on January 12th—she was restrained and airlifted to a hospital while a Curry County grand jury had previously ruled the officer’s actions justified.

At Hanley Farm in Central Point, visitors stepped back in time on Sunday during the Road to Yesterday event as costumed actors showed how people dressed, spoke, and worked in 1876 and 1919 (part of the Rogue Valley Farm Tour).

Governor Tina Kotek is calling on lawmakers to meet in Salem on August 29 to address a failed $11B transportation package that would have stabilized funding for ODOT and postponed layoffs.

She has ordered a 45-day pause on layoffs while unions urge swift action—emphasizing the need for a new plan to keep essential services running.

Rogue Valley Transportation District’s Board of Directors is meeting tonight at 5:30 to decide on service cuts that include layoffs for 82 employees and reduced bus routes starting September 2 — public comments are invited in-person or online at the Administration Office on Front Street.

High school football players from Japan and the Rogue Valley held dual practices in Ashland on Monday as they prepared for the Pacific Rim Bowl.

The newly formed South Valley Wolf Pack—combining athletes from Ashland and Phoenix High—will compete starting at 7 p.m. Friday at Ashland High School.

PEL- West Coast Kings vs Medford Rogues Game 3

6:30-9:00 p.m. — Medford Rogues Baseball Club — Discount food and beverage offers available — Celebrate with friends and enjoy a night of exciting baseball action.

Free Music and Wine Series Featuring Chasing Keridwyn

6-8 p.m. — RoxyAnn Winery — Free entry — Relax with award-winning wines and live music on a lovely summer evening.

Ambrose & Galfano Performance

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Walkabout Brewing Co. — Check local listings for cost — Experience the harmonious fusion of two talented musicians at this lively event.

Brothers Osborne Concert

7:30 p.m. — Britt Pavilion — Tickets available — Enjoy live country music from the talented duo Brothers Osborne.

Paranormal Cirque 2

7:30 p.m. — Rogue Valley Mall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling and chilling circus fusion of acrobatics, illusion, and the paranormal.

Tarzan - The Musical

3:00-4:30 p.m. — Craterian Theater at The Collier Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrilling adventure of Tarzan live on stage in Medford.

Tarzan - The Musical

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Craterian Theater at The Collier Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the thrilling tale of Tarzan brought to life on stage in Medford.

Music and Wine Series Featuring Robbie DaCosta

6-8 p.m. — RoxyAnn Winery — Free entry — Enjoy live dance-worthy music paired with award-winning wines at this lively event.

Tarzan - The Musical

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Craterian Theater at The Collier Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the adventure of Tarzan brought to life on stage in Medford.

Rainbow Kitten Surprise Concert

7:30 p.m. — Britt Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique sound of Rainbow Kitten Surprise in an intimate outdoor setting.