JACKSONVILLE, Ore. – The Britt Festivals begin today with the first concert of its summer series. The pavilion is filled to capacity for Saturday night’s Cyndi Lauper performance. Even in the morning, early risers stood waiting to get the good seats. “I enjoy doing it, I spend a lot of time with my grandkids before … Continue reading »
Police Release Few Homicide Details
KLAMATH COUNTY, Ore. — Officials say the Klamath County Major Crime Team was activated on Friday to investigate the shooting death of Randal Ray Gallagher, 43, as a homicide. Law enforcement agencies from the Klamath County Sheriff’s Office, Klamath Falls Police Department and the Oregon State Police are combining resources on the investigating. According to … Continue reading »
Asante Facility Remodel Begins
MEDFORD, Ore. — Asante’s Francis Cheney Family Place is getting a makeover. The facility is used for families traveling to Medford for medical emergencies needing a place to stay. It’s also open for patient stays. “So, you might live in Klamath Falls or the Coast and you need radiation five days a week, so actually, … Continue reading »
Local Agencies Prepare for Crash
MEDFORD, Ore. — Dozens of emergency agencies throughout Southern Oregon participated in a practice airplane crash simulation Thursday at the Rogue Valley International Medford Airport. A large bus with fake wings played the plane’s part of the scene. “The destination was Medford and it was coming out of Seattle,” said airport official Kim Stearns. Smoke … Continue reading »
Deadline for Grass Length Approaches
ASHLAND, Ore. — Ashland residents have until the end of day on Sunday to mow their grass and weeds down to code. Despite a few small Southern Oregon fires believed to be sparked by mowers or heavy machinery, fire officials still urge you to remove the fire fuel. Over the last several weeks a few … Continue reading »
Flag Bill Ready for Governor’s Signature
ROGUE RIVER, Ore. — Flags are on display across the Rogue Valley for the Flag Day holiday, and soon you could be seeing a lot more of old glory all year round. Governor Kitzhaber is expected to sign a bill that would require all school classrooms to display a flag. Chandler Cort is a recent … Continue reading »
Works Begins at Cherry Creek Site
MEDFORD, Ore. – After years of debate between neighbors, developers, and the city of Medford, a low-income housing complex is finally being built. The Jackson County Housing Authority said construction crews broke ground on the Cherry Creek complex site three weeks ago, and the housing is scheduled to be completed in April or May of … Continue reading »
Emergency Training at Medford Airport
MEDFORD, Ore. — Nearly two dozen agencies are teamed up on Thursday to make sure they’re prepared to respond to air emergencies. The Rogue Valley International Medford Airport held a live drill for emergency responders. It simulated an airplane incident resulting in injured passengers. The airport tower operator called in the simulated crash and that’s … Continue reading »
Policy to Arm Teachers with Guns on Hold
EAGLE POINT, Ore. – A Southern Oregon school board is considering arming teachers with guns. Wednesday night, Eagle Point School board members made the decision to discuss the procedures and policies before moving forward. Board chairman Scott Grissom said it would be a deterrent if an active shooter ever came on school campuses. Board member Jim Mannenbach … Continue reading »
Businesses Make Way for Expressway
MEDFORD, Ore. — While cars cruised down Crater Lake Highway Wednesday afternoon, owner of Fast Bozy and Girlz Toyz, Scott White, was hard at work moving out of his store and temporarily into a trailer. “Location is important. This was a great location for me, probably the best in the valley, so, I’m trying to … Continue reading »
