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Friday, August 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local roasters and cafes in Medford have seen green coffee prices rise 9.6% since last year as global market shifts put pressure on businesses. For example, Forage Coffee’s co-founder Jacob Terando said the shop will look for ways to cut costs if new tariffs are imposed—raising concerns about long-term stability. KOBI-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two men from San Antonio were sentenced to federal prison Thursday for conspiring to travel to Southern Oregon to commit an armed robbery while posing as DEA agents—officials confirmed the scheme. Rogue River Press
- ➤ A 37-year-old woman pleaded guilty to second-degree manslaughter for a hit-and-run crash on South Pacific Highway in Medford that killed an electric bike rider last October & she received a 10-year prison sentence with her license revoked after police said she was under the influence. KOBI-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, 11 young musicians from the Rogue Valley performed in Oregon Shakespeare Festival’s Into the Woods production under music director Amanda Denhert—who revived her mentorship program to offer stage experience. Clarinetist Clara Haptonstall and student Ryan Reyes—both said the program builds confidence by letting them learn from mistakes. KOBI-TV
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A teen intervention program in Medford helped 56 students by offering in-school suspensions and free counseling sessions for those using drugs, vapes, and alcohol since it launched in late March. The program—managed by the city, Medford School District, OnTrack Rogue Valley, and Jackson County Health & Human Services—is funded by the National Opioids Settlement Fund through a three-year agreement that provides $40K per year to OnTrack, $9K to the school district, and $43K for its curriculum. KDRV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new study in Global Change Biology shows wildfires on private industrial forests are nearly 1.5 times more severe than on public forests—dense tree arrangements boost fire intensity. Researchers from the University of Utah, UC Berkeley and the U.S. Forest Service say proactive thinning is needed to reduce fire risks. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Oregon is bracing for a dangerous heat wave—set to drive triple-digit temperatures in many areas—after the NWS issued an Extreme Heat Watch for Western Oregon and an Excessive Heat Warning for Jackson and Josephine counties starting today. State agencies are coordinating cooling centers and outreach to help vulnerable residents—such as children, older adults, and outdoor workers—reduce the risk of heat illness. MedfordAlert
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Scientists detected WestNile virus in a mosquito pool collected on Wednesday in Eagle Point, marking the first positive finding in Jackson County this year. Officials said August and September are peak months for virus activity and urged residents to remove standing water & use insect repellent. KOBI-TV
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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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Ashland’s First Friday Empanada Throwdown
2-7 p.m. — Resistance Wine Company — $20 plus empanada costs — Enjoy local empanadas and summer wines while indulging in art and music.
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Reptile Show - Day 1
10:00 AM – 3:30 PM — Rogue X - Medford Parks & Recreation — General admission $10, kids 7-12 $5 — Explore an exciting array of reptiles in Medford.
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Happy Tails Festival
10 AM – 3 PM — Bear Creek Park — Free entry — Celebrate dogs and their humans with fun activities and local vendors.
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Medford Railroad Park Sunday Run Day
11 AM – 3 PM — Medford Railroad Park — $ — Experience the thrill of riding diesel trains at the scenic Medford Railroad Park.
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Les Greene Concert
6 PM – 12 AM — Butler Bandshell — Free entry — Enjoy a summer concert featuring Les Greene in the beautiful Lithia Park.
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Palate to Palette
5-7 p.m. — The Village at Medford Center — Free entry — Stroll, sip, and savor at this delightful community event.
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