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Medford
Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mt. Ashland Ski Area will raise ticket prices this season because rising insurance costs, tariffs, and wages have increased expenses at the resort — it plans to open on Dec. 13 with lower weekday rates and enhanced safety upgrades for a busy season expecting 100,000 to 125,000 visitors. Detailed price changes will be announced in November amid ongoing infrastructure improvements and new trail developments. KDRV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Ashland New Plays Festival returns to SOU’s Main Stage Theater today through October 19—four new plays chosen from over 350 submissions will be shown twice and a writing workshop is scheduled for Saturday at 10:00 a.m. KOBI-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ An Eagle Point mother raised concerns about the new Structured Recess policy at Eagle Rock Elementary because parents were not notified in advance. School officials explained the district introduced the policy to lower student stress and improve safety — now the superintendent is reviewing the change. KDRV
- ➤ Shoppers at Rogue Community College sorted through one-dollar clothes today to raise funds for student scholarships that help non-traditional students and reduce financial hurdles — a sale organized by the local chapter of the American Association for Women in Community Colleges. A second sale is planned for Thursday at the Redwood Campus in Grants Pass. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Students from Oregon Institute of Technology traveled to South Carolina for the 50th anniversary of the Baja Society of Automotive Engineers and competed for three days to place 18th out of 66 teams — they also ranked 20th for design, 12th for maneuverability and 13th in the endurance race. KOBI-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Last Saturday in Talent, the newly renovated skate park hosted the Skate Classic where local skaters competed for a $2,000 prize — the park underwent six months of $600,000 renovations and organizers plan more events. KOBI-TV
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Fall Fest 2025
4-8 p.m. — Rogue X - Medford Parks & Recreation — Free entry — Get ready for a two-day harvest celebration featuring local vendors and seasonal treats.
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Object Oriented Analysis and Design Using UML Training
Oct 20–24 — Medford Online Academy — $2250 — Enhance your IT skills with expert-led training in object-oriented design.
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Demun Jones Meet and Greet
5:00 – 6:30 p.m. — The Rocky Tonk Saloon — Free autographed merch included — Hang out with Demun and get your picture taken and autographs.
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Howl-O-Ween Party for Kids
6-9 p.m. — Rogue X - Medford Parks & Recreation — $5 per person, children under 1 free — Celebrate Halloween with music, games, bounce houses, and a chili cook-off.
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Monster Dash Run
8 AM – 5 PM — Lithia Park — Entry fee required — A fun family costume run with options of 1 mile, 5K, or 10K to support the Ashland Parks Foundation.
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Last Run Day of the Season
11 AM – 3 PM — Medford Railroad Park — Free admission — Celebrate Halloween with themed train rides and festivities for all ages.
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Rogue Valley Family Fun Center Spooktacular Halloween Event
12-8 p.m. — Rogue Valley Family Fun Center LLC — Free Mini Golf Trick or Treating and goodie bags for kids — Celebrate Halloween with family-friendly activities and a costume contest.
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Barnstormer's Holiday Bazaar - Day 1
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Rogue X - Medford Parks & Recreation — Support local artisans and get holiday shopping started with crafts, decor, and food trucks.
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One Night of Queen
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Holly Theatre — Tickets starting at $125 — Experience an unforgettable tribute to Queen with Gary Mullen and The Works.
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Mistletoe Market & Holiday Faire
4-8 p.m. — Rogue X - Medford Parks & Recreation — Free entry — Enjoy a festive celebration with delicious treats and holiday gifts at the Mistletoe Market.
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