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Changes to USPS operations in Oregon could impact election mail
Ahead of the upcoming Oregon primary election on May 21, the United States Postal Service, or USPS, reduced the amount of services that take place at its local processing centers in Medford and Eugene. Part of a national plan called “Delivering for America” that started in 2021, these consolidations have...
Oregon's Largest School Districts Sound Alarm on Funding Crisis, Seek State Action Amid Budget Cuts
With what's being called an "education funding crisis" on the horizon, top superintendents from Oregon's largest school districts have issued a call to arms, imploring state officials to re-evaluate the decades-old funding formula. In a video statement circulated on district YouTube accounts, Portland, Salem-Keizer, Bend-La Pine, and Medford district leaders expressed grave concerns about the financial future of their schools, according to the Oregon Capital Chronicle. Representing over 115,000 students, the districts grapple with budget crunches that could severely impact educational services.
Phoenix HS students add final touches to Cottage Project
PHOENIX, Ore. - Students at Phoenix High School are putting their construction skills to the test with an innovative cottage project as part of their Construction Technologies program. The finished product could serve as an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) or a home office. Students work on finishing hand built accessory...
City of Medford, Jackson County to host Safety Preparedness Fair Saturday
MEDFORD, Ore. – Jackson County along with the City of Medford are hosting a Safety Preparedness Fair at Pear Blossom Park on Saturday. According to the city, the educational fair is designed with adults and kids in mind. Attendees will be provided with knowledge and resources necessary to navigate emergency situations.
Jackson County Republican Party hosting MOGA 2024
MEDFORD, Ore. – The Jackson County Republican Party is hosting MOGA (Make Oregon Great Again) 2024 this summer. Randell Embertson, Chairman of the Jackson County Republican Party says the MOGA event takes place a month from now on June 22 at the Jackson County Expo. He says the event will feature leading figures in the conservative movement, including their keynote speaker Mike Lindell, inventor of My Pillow.
Medford Police Department participating in Crisis Intervention Training
MEDFORD, Ore. – The Medford Police Department is participating in Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) sessions. According to Rick Rawlins, Manager of Crisis Services for Jackson County Mental Health, officers from MPD along with OSP and CPPD are going through a 40 hour CIT session. During these sessions, officers are guided through a real-life scenario to help review the skills they learn during presentations.
Jackson County Board of Commissioners to consider Britt property offer
MEDFORD, Ore. – In a brief regular meeting Wednesday morning, the Jackson County Board of Commissioners passed a motion to revisit two purchase offers for the historic United States Hotel in Jacksonville. According to Britt Music and Arts Festival President and CEO Abby Mckee, Britt had been in discussions...
Picture of the Day: Northern lights
Ben Carlson submitted this photo and note: “Brian Pankonin took this picture of my 1955 Cessna 180 in Medford, Oregon in May 2024. The aurora made for a nice backdrop.”. Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via this form.
Jackson County voters starting to turn in ballots ahead of May Primary
JACKSON COUNTY, Ore. – Oregon’s Primary Election is less than a week away. Though early results aren’t released until after 8 p.m. on Election Day, the counting has already begun at elections offices statewide. According to Jackson County Clerk Chris Walker, so far 9% of registered voters...
Conversation flowed along with the coffee
City Coffee & Conversation event drew diverse crowd, divergent questions on Tuesday. From the water treatment plant to pickleball courts and the definition of anti-semitism, the city of Ashland “Coffee & Conversation” event drew around two dozen people to the North Mountain Park Nature Center on Tuesday for the opportunity to ask direct questions on any subject of city staff and city councilors.
Controlled burns spark hope for forest restoration in Oregon
The U.S Forest Service and other organizations are performing a 70-acre prescribed fire on the Siskiyou Mountains Ranger District. The prescription area is located near Horn Gap in Ashland Forest Resiliency Unit 37. Tags. Localnow. Controlled burns spark hope for forest restoration in Oregon. The U.S Forest Service and other...
Crews put out structure fire in White City
WHITE CITY, Ore. -- Crews contained a garage fire today at about 2:09 p.m., according to a Facebook Post from Fire District 3. According to the post, the garage fire happened in the 7000 block of 27th Street. "The called advised 911 that an occupant was still inside the attached...
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