Good morning, Medford.

Pacific Power is launching Cool Keeper today in Medford to lower energy bills by installing a free device on air conditioners that briefly turns them off during supply shifts—participants receive a $30 bill credit spread over five months.

The program boosts grid reliability during summer and will expand in 2026.

After a six-month investigation, IMET detectives served 11 search warrants on Thursday, August 28 at residences and warehouses — a probe tied to a Medford hemp dispensary accused of selling black-market cannabis.

The Boone and Crockett Club will hold a press conference Sept.

9 to share five years of research on domestic wildlife poaching—the most comprehensive review in U.S. history.

One year after re-criminalizing drug possession under House Bill 4002, Jackson County used its deflection program to refer eligible individuals to treatment programs like Continuum — but executive director Sommer Wolcott said the effort will not solve root issues such as poverty and homelessness.

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.

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.

Happy Tails Festival

10 AM – 3 PM — Bear Creek Park — Free entry — Celebrate dogs and their humans with fun activities and local vendors.

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.

Les Greene Concert

6 PM – 12 AM — Butler Bandshell — Free entry — Enjoy a summer concert featuring Les Greene in the beautiful Lithia Park.

Palate to Palette

5-7 p.m. — The Village at Medford Center — Free entry — Stroll, sip, and savor at this delightful community event.

Erica Rochel Duo Performance at Padigan

5-11 p.m. — Padigan Winery — Ticket info not specified — Enjoy live acoustic country originals and classic favorites in a scenic vineyard setting.

Volunteer Information Day at Hopeful Secondhand Thrift Shop

1-3 p.m. — Hopeful Secondhand Thrift Shop — Free entry — Learn how volunteering can support homeless families and bring joy to the community.

Game Night: The Price is Right - Vacation Edition

6-8 p.m. — Medford Cowork Collective — Free entry — Enjoy a fun night of games, prizes, and team competition with a vacation theme.

Giant Fall Book Clearance Event

12-4 p.m. — Friends of Medford Library Book Shop — Free with optional donation — Dive into a sea of free books suitable for every reader at this exciting clearance event.