Daily
Medford
Thursday, December 5th, 2024
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Jackson County Animal Shelter in Phoenix, Oregon, features two dogs, Gary and Oreo, for adoption, highlighting their unique personalities and compatibility with potential adoptive families. MedfordAlert
- ➤ Medford's Winter Lights Festival offers a festive evening with a tree lighting, candy cane hunt, Santa visit, live music, and local vendors at Pear Blossom Park. KOBI-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The second day of Dylan McLeod's murder trial highlighted the prosecution's case through witness testimonies and surveillance footage detailing the events leading to Aaron Stitt's 2021 death. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Jackson County Sheriff's Office arrested a south Medford man, David Lee, on child pornography charges following an extensive investigation. Rogue River Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Rogue Valley Times in Medford, Oregon, laid off 5 employees three weeks before Christmas, impacting holiday plans and raising concerns about the newspaper's future. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Oregonians lost $136 million due to holiday shopping scams in the previous year, as reported by Social Catfish, with a per capita victim rate ranking the state 22nd nationwide. KDRV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local high school students gained firsthand experience in health care professions at Rogue Community College's demonstration day. KOBI-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
-
The GPC Merry Market & Christmas Faire
Experience a festive holiday atmosphere with 40 vendors, visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus, engaging kids' activities, and beautifully decorated Christmas trees.
-
Medford Winter Lights Festival
Experience a magical evening filled with holiday festivities including a tree lighting, fireworks, Santa photos, and fun activities for families at Pear Blossom Park.
-
Ashland Ward Weekly Worship Service
The Ashland Ward of the Medford Oregon Stake offers a weekly Sunday worship broadcast for the community.
-
Christmas Potluck Appetizers & Mulled Wine Gathering
A potluck party for health-conscious food enthusiasts, featuring homemade dishes and mulled wine in a friendly atmosphere.
-
LightFest: A Drive-Thru Christmas Experience
LightFest at Bethel Church offers a festive drive-thru experience with holiday lights, inviting families to enjoy the Christmas spirit together.
-
Breakfast with Santa at Santo Community Center
Enjoy a free breakfast with Santa, featuring photo opportunities, kids' holiday crafts, and limited seating at the Santo Community Center.
-
Alice In Wonderland Jr. Performance
Experience the magic of Alice In Wonderland Jr. at the Craterian Theater in Medford, featuring a lively performance filled with excitement and energy.
-
Alice In Wonderland Jr. at Craterian Theater
Experience a delightful performance of Alice In Wonderland Jr. at the Craterian Ginger Rogers Theater in Medford, OR.
-
Snowshoe Hike with BLM Rangers in Hyatt Lake Recreation Area
Participants can explore the old-growth conifer forest during a guided snowshoe hike while learning about winter adaptations in nature.
-
Ashland Ward Weekly Worship Service
The Ashland Ward of the Medford Oregon Stake hosts a weekly worship broadcast every Sunday morning, offering community members a space for spiritual gathering and reflection.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
It's not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves.
~ Edmund Hillary
About Daily Medford
Welcome to the Daily Medford, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Medford, Oregon community. If you like the Daily Medford, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Medford.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Medford and across Oregon. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Medford
A free Medford community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailymedford.com/sitemap