Cameron Derby joined the NewsWatch12 Team in December of 2018.

Title: Sports Anchor/Reporter

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Cameron Derby grew up watching NewsWatch12 as a child, and joined the NewsWatch12 Team in December of 2018.

Cameron’s passion for sports writing and storytelling began when he was in the 9th grade, while attending South Medford High School. After deciding that he was not cut out to be a division 1 athlete, he still had a passion for the game.

He turned his attention to earning a degree in Journalism and Communication at the University of Oregon. While he was in Eugene, he covered Oregon Football, basketball, and volleyball for KWVA Eugene 88.1fm.

Towards the end of his degree, Cameron decided to pursue a job at NewsWatch12. He embarked on an internship that re-introduced him to his love for his hometown.

At heart, Cameron is a Seattle Seahawks, Oregon Ducks, and Boston Celtics fan. However, he believes his enjoyment for sports in general always comes first.

Just like the classic movie, “The Sandlot” he hopes the game never ends.

Fatal vehicle versus pedestrian has shutdown I-5 North at milepost 66

Rural Metro Fire is posting on its Facebook page that a fatal vehicle versus pedestrian has shut down Interstate 5 Northbound at milepost 66.

Damage assessment information from Almeda and Obenchain fires available through online dashboard

Damage assessment information regarding the Almeda and Obenchain fires can now be explored through and online data dashboard at the Jackson County Website.

Assistance available for workers who lost income because of wildfires

Certain Oregon disaster survivors who have lost work as a direct result of the Oregon Wildfires since September 7 are eligible for Disaster Unemployment Assistance. That is according to FEMA.

Happy Camp man hailed as a hero after Slater Fire aid

On September 8, 2020, the Slater Fire was surging towards the small town of Happy Camp. It is otherwise known as 'The Heart of the Klamath.'

Happy Camp town hall reflects on hazards still in the area, updates how to find out about damaged property

A Happy Camp town hall on Wednesday reflected on the dangers that are still threatening a normal way of life.

Josephine County Fairgrounds evacuation center to close

The Red Cross congregate care facility at the Josephine County Fairgrounds will close starting September 21. That is according to Josephine County which says the facility will close because the Red Cross will complete its mission of returning evacuees to their homes or placing them in temporary lodging.

Confirmed COVID-19 exposure at Kalmiopsis Elementary, Kindergarten-Third Grade in-person instruction canceled

The Brookings-Harbor School District is announcing on its website that there has been a confirmed COVID-19 exposure to Kalmiopsis Elementary School.

Jackson County announces five new coronavirus cases

Jackson County Public Health is reporting five new cases of COVID-19 in the county. That report is as of 12:01 a.m. on September 20.

Governor Kate Brown vetoes several appropriations to preserve wildfire response funding

The State of Oregon Office of the Governor says Oregon Governor Kate Brown is issuing vetoes of several line-item appropriations to preserve funding for Oregon's emergency wildfire response efforts. The vetoes are also aimed at maintaining a balanced budget.

Jackson County reports 13 new coronavirus cases, total up to 1,034

Jackson County Public Health is reporting 13 new cases of COVID-19 in Jackson County.

Data is updated nightly.

Confirmed Cases: 32581

Reported Deaths: 542

Data is updated nightly.

Confirmed Cases: 807451

Reported Deaths: 15583