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Medford
Saturday, August 16th, 2025
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A gentle two-year-old dog named Luna is being featured at a Phoenix shelter in a weeklong adoption promotion—her fee is waived for Jackson County residents until Sunday, Aug. 17 and staff say she warms up quickly, obeys commands, and needs an active home with daily exercise. MedfordAlert
- ➤ Rogue Retreat’s Hopeful Secondhand Thrift Shop in Medford will celebrate National Thrift Shop Day from August 17 to 23—offering coupons and raffles while using its proceeds to fund meals and support services for those moving out of homelessness. The shop also provides work for locals like Assistant Manager Rachel Buck, who once faced homelessness and now helps others rebuild their lives. KOBI-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A semi-truck veered off I-5 near Exit 30 in North Medford on Thursday when the driver reportedly fell asleep at the wheel — both he and a passenger survived. KOBI-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Josephine County Sheriff’s Office is searching for 32-year-old Raven Alexis Baysinger—last seen at Griffin Park in Grants Pass in May and believed to be in the Wilderville area—with anyone holding information urged to call 541-474-5123 and reference case 25-19739. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Two men, Jose Manuel Lopez (24) and Juan Carlos Conchas (23), were sentenced to 63 and 40 months in federal prison for their role in a 2022 armed robbery in rural Josephine County when they dressed as DEA agents, and four co-conspirators pleaded guilty on federal charges while the men were ordered to pay restitution to a victim. KDRV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jackson County Fire District #5’s Board of Directors voted Tuesday night to hire specialized legal counsel - the new team will represent the agency in a long-running contract dispute with Tactical Business Group. District officials said the legal move aims to safeguard taxpayers amid disagreements that began with a contract termination in August 2024. KOBI-TV
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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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