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Medford
Friday, August 1st, 2025
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dogs for Better Lives is training service dogs with help from Angel Flights — volunteer pilots who fly puppies to its center in Central Point. The nonprofit spends five days with each client to help the dogs learn basic commands and specialized skills — matching them to those in need. KDRV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A man was seriously injured after being hit by a car near Albertsons in West Medford at around 4:15 p.m. on Thursday, and he was taken to a local hospital while the STAR team began investigating the incident. KOBI-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Rogue Valley’s wine region was named second in the nation by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, Travel Medford announced Wednesday. Gina Bianco, Oregon Wine Board executive director, said the region’s strong soils and creative winemakers—recognized by a months-long public vote—are key factors in its success. KOBI-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Rogue Pack, the high school Envirothon team from Logos Public Charter School, earned 16th place after representing Oregon at the 2025 NCF-Envirothon competition in Alberta—Canada. Rogue River Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials announced that the Bye Bye Mattress program has expanded with five collection sites across Southern Oregon to recycle unwanted mattresses and box springs—recycling is free at each location. The program separates donated beds into materials like steel, foam, fibers, and wood to reduce illegal dumping on streets, parks, and riverbeds. KOBI-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kairos Northwest celebrated a $3.2M renovation and expansion of its outpatient mental health facility on Thursday at East Main and Crater Lake Avenue—attended by Medford Chamber members and the public. The updated building now offers services like counseling, skills coaching and psychiatric help to youth, having served 600 clients in 2024 and set to help more in the future. KOBI-TV
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Hummingbird Estates Comedy Night
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Hummingbird Estate — $33.85 — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Carl Lee, D.J Kamoflage, and Lynette Manning bringing the comedy.
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MUSIC + WINE SERIES WITH Nick & Shae
4-6 p.m. — RoxyAnn Winery — Free entry — Enjoy live music and award-winning wines in a festive winery atmosphere.
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Keb' Mo' Concert with Shawn Colvin
7:30 p.m. — Britt Pavilion, Medford — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful blues of Keb' Mo' alongside the talented Shawn Colvin in an unforgettable concert.
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Oregon Small Business Summit – Medford
8 AM – 1 PM — SOU Small Business Development Center Medford — Free entry — Connect with resources and experts to empower your small business growth.
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Ben Harper and The Innocent Criminals Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Britt Festival Pavilion — Ticketed event — Experience an evening of soulful rock music with Ben Harper and The Innocent Criminals.
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