Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of August.
Good morning, Medford.
🏘️ Community
Valleys Barbershop will host its Fades for Grades event at its new location (522 S Central Ave.) this Sunday, Aug.
30. Students aged 16 and younger will receive free haircuts and a backpack (with pencils, pens, and notebooks) on a first-come, first-served basis.
🎓 Education
After Dolly Parton’s death, Jackson County’s Imagination Library continues to send free books to over 4,800 local children each month.
Launched in 2023 by local partners, the program honors her legacy and supports early literacy in a time of loss.
RCC received $770K to lead a new project that offers free, hands-on manufacturing training for small firms in Jackson and Josephine counties.
The 12-month program will take place at RCC facilities in White City, Grants Pass and Medford.
🏛️ Government
Since last July, over 1,900 households have received long-term rental assistance and support, with Jackson County ranking among the top five and more than 500 rural residents now helped.
Officials say the program focuses on keeping households housed + avoiding a return to homelessness.
🏥 Health
Oregon has received conditional federal approval to launch Explore Health, a state-run marketplace for residents not covered by employers or government programs.
Starting Nov. 1, residents can compare plans and enroll for financial assistance.
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