Good morning, Medford.

Shreeve Insurance and Rogue Valley Mall will host a free Christmas in July event benefiting The Salvation Army’s Back-to-School Drive on Saturday, July 25, from noon to 3 p.m. at Rogue Valley Mall, featuring photos with Santa (cookie decorating, face painting, and games) for families.

ODHS Child Welfare Division has expanded its search for 15-year-old Stella Rose Dolton (Clay Dolton), who went missing on July 16, to include Medford and Portland, and officials ask anyone with information to come forward.

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival premieres August Wilson's King Hedley II in Ashland to honor nearly 90 years of live theatre.

The production promises engaging storytelling and fresh energy for local audiences.

BLM officials remind visitors that statewide fire restrictions remain in effect on public lands amid hot, dry conditions.

They advise checking local rules before exploring areas in Oregon and Washington.

Today, the Oregon Department of Emergency Management advises residents to prepare for possible power outages amid wildfires and extreme weather.

Officials recommend stocking food, medical supplies, batteries — and updating contact info for outage alerts.

Rogue Workforce Partnerships received a $5 million state grant to expand rural healthcare workforce training and placement in Jackson and Josephine Counties; the project is part of the Rural Health Transformation Program.

Mosquito tests by the Jackson County Vector Control District detected West Nile virus in an Eagle Point pool collected on July 15.

This marks the first confirmed detection in Jackson County during the mosquito season.

Paisley Pool and NewsWatch 12 crew members hiked the nine-mile Stein Butte Trail, starting with a steady climb through the Applegate Mountains and ending with a cool dip in Applegate Lake — a reminder of gold rush mining — while the route offered scenic views of Red Buttes Wilderness and Siskiyou Crest.

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.