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Medford
Thursday, August 14th, 2025
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 2025 Jackson County Fair in Central Point drew nearly 50,000 visitors and broke records in attendance, ride participation, and food sales while the junior livestock auction brought in $3 million—organizers are already planning for a bigger 2026 event. MedfordAlert
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A structure fire in Central Point was reported around 1 p.m. on Wednesday and firefighters from Jackson County Fire District 3 and Medford Fire Department quickly contained the flames—neighbors saw heavy black smoke and feared the fire might spread. KDRV
- ➤ Early Tuesday, a 28-year-old driver named Daniel Charles Forgey died when his Chevrolet Suburban rolled on Highway 62 near milepost 32 in Jackson County — he was not wearing a seatbelt and was ejected after striking a guardrail. MedfordAlert
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Medford is updating its long-range economic plan with a new Economic Opportunity Analysis that shows 11,408 more jobs by 2045 and enough land for new businesses—prepared by Community Attributes Inc. and partly funded by the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development, the draft report will be reviewed on Aug. 27 to guide city planning. MedfordAlert
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters in Douglas County are battling the Scenic Fire along the Rogue River—now 83 acres with 5% containment—that is sending heavy smoke toward Jackson County and causing travel delays on Highway 230. MedfordAlert
- ➤ A report from the Department of Environmental Quality shows that over the past three years the wildfire season extended into early October—resulting in more days with unhealthy air quality for sensitive groups. The agency said it will issue an advisory when the Air Quality Index reaches 101 or higher—urging residents to check the index and take steps to reduce exposure. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Bureau of Land Management officials in the Medford District imposed additional public use restrictions on lands in southern Oregon starting August 12 due to high temperatures and rising fire danger — the restrictions aim to reduce wildfire risks. Local residents are advised to follow the guidelines to stay safe. Rogue River Press
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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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Stagecoach Run
8 AM – 12 PM — Phoenix Industrial Studios — Registration required — Experience one of Southern Oregon's oldest races with a half marathon and 5k/10k options.
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Music and Wine Experience with Greg Frederick & Jesse Kennemer
4-6 p.m. — RoxyAnn Winery — Free entry — Enjoy live music and award-winning wines while dancing the evening away.
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~ Rumi
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