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Medford
Friday, August 8th, 2025
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ John Diaz, 32, pleaded guilty to charges of unlawful delivery of fentanyl and conspiracy on Monday and was sentenced Wednesday to 60 months in state prison with three years of post-prison supervision while 14 others were indicted for their parts in a local drug trafficking organization. KDRV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Norman Huynh was named the Britt Festival Orchestra's fifth music director — he was one of three finalists after a two-year search and will lead seven of the nine summer performances on the Britt Pavilion outdoor stage in Jacksonville. KOBI-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ OLLI held its 10th Annual Open House on Wednesday at Southern Oregon University where 1,815 members took courses last year; this fall the institute will offer 150 courses—its highest count ever—and courses begin on September 15. KOBI-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Gold Hill may pay over $150 a month for sewer service—almost $30 more than expected—as city officials report that inflation and overlooked costs pushed pipeline estimates from $10.8 million to nearly $18 million; construction will begin in 2027 and new rates will take effect in 2028. KOBI-TV
- ➤ The Bureau of Land Management will hold eight timber sales this month from more than 2,000 public acres across five districts including Medford, Coos Bay and Roseburg, covering a total of 58.5 million board feet. Near Shady Cove, the Medford District will offer the Rogue Cypress Sale with over 11 million board feet in a competitive auction with an appraised value of about $1.8 million — companies may bid higher. KOBI-TV
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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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Hot Tub and Swim Spa Sale
2-8 p.m. — Jackson County Expo — Free admission — Discover huge savings on the largest display of hot tubs and swim spas around.
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Rogue Valley Stroke Play Championship
36 hole stroke play format — Aug 23-24 — Centennial Golf Club — Registration Required — Compete for glory in a premier golf championship.
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Medford Railroad Park Sunday Run Day
11 AM – 3 PM — Medford Railroad Park — Admission required — Experience the joy of riding diesel trains in a scenic park setting.
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