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Thursday, December 11th, 2025
Good morning, Medford. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Medford Alert News featured a gentle German Shepherd named Kira as Dog-of-the-Week on Dec. 10. The shelter reported that the 2-year-old spayed female, known for her calm and well-trained nature, is ready for adoption, and interested families can call (541-774-6654) to meet her. MedfordAlert
- ➤ Greystone Court in East Medford returns with its long-standing holiday display and food drive starting Dec. 21 when ACCESS volunteers will accept non-perishable food and cash donations nightly until Christmas Eve from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. KOBI-TV
- ➤ The Salvation Army in Grants Pass and Jackson County is urgently calling on volunteers to fill bell-ringing shifts for its Red Kettle campaign, which has 13 days left. A donor will match every dollar up to $100,000 + boosting funds for vital local services. KDRV
- ➤ City crews are replacing worn artificial turf at Lithia & Driveway Fields; Field Nine—home to Cascade Christian baseball—is nearly halfway complete, and Field Seven will be upgraded soon for spring sports. KOBI-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 6-year-old boy and his father were injured in a burn pile accident last week and are now receiving care at Randall Legacy — the boy is in the PICU facing multiple surgeries as doctors estimate a 60 percent chance of survival while the community offers support. KDRV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Rogue Valley Symphony will present A Judy Garland Christmas—a holiday concert featuring music from The Judy Garland Show with soprano Joan Ellison’s unique archive arrangements—at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival’s Angus Bowmer Theatre in Ashland from Dec. 19 to Dec. 21. Tickets are selling fast. KOBI-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Congressman Cliff Bentz spoke in Washington D.C. Wednesday calling for the removal of gray wolf protections — he argued that shifting management to states will help Oregon ranchers reduce cattle losses and improve productivity as he supports HR 845, the Pet and Livestock Protection Act. KOBI-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ David’s Chair received more than $11k from AllCare Health’s Community Advisory Councils to improve outdoor access for people with mobility challenges — the grant will support additional outings so more community members can enjoy Southern Oregon’s parks and beaches. KOBI-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A disabled man and his mother at Morningside Apartments have faced repeated hurdles getting approval for his emotional support dogs certified by SupportPets.com. They renewed their lease in December and are still stuck with an unhelpful process from property management — including a third party called Pet Screening. KOBI-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Shae Watkins—returning as coach—helped her six-member cheer team qualify for state finals after a 2016 appearance and they are eager for a second trip as they prepare for the upcoming state meet. Rogue River Press
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The Nutcracker Ballet
7 p.m. — Crater Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience the enchanting tale of The Nutcracker featuring delightful dance and holiday cheer.
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Lithia Artisans Holiday Market
Fri 10-7, Sat 10-6, Sun 11-4 — Medford Armory Rental Venue — Free entry — Explore a wide array of original, handcrafted items from over 60 local artists amidst live music and food trucks.
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A Celtic Christmas Celebration
2:30 – 4:30 PM — Craterian Theater at The Collier Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience enchanting Irish stories, music, and dance this holiday season.
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