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New Civil Case Against Asante: Medford Medical Center is Now Facing $488 Million in Damages
MEDFORD, Ore. — Three victims of the Asante Drug Diversion case in which ex-Asante nurse Dani Marie Schofield allegedly replaced fentanyl with non-sterile tap water have launched lawsuits against Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center (RRMC)…
Oregonians Warned to Prepare for Possible Flooding as a ‘Bomb Cyclone’ Develops Off the West Coast
Oregonians will experience possible flooding as heavy rainfall, howling wind, large coastal waves, and blowing snow introduced by a ‘bomb cyclone’ off the West Coast starts tonight (Tuesday).
Be Prepared for Urban Flooding…
Grants Pass “Buy-A-Brick” Plaques On Sale For Owl Parking Plaza
GRANTS PASS, Ore. — The Owl Parking Lot on the corner of 5th and H Streets in Grants Pass is undergoing major reconstruction next year. The plan is to convert it to a parking lot and public plaza for community events.
The project’s…
Oregon Colleges are Experiencing Increased Interest in Career and Technical Education Programs
The surge in enrollment in Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs at Oregon colleges highlights the growing need for hands-on training in high-demand skilled professions.
CTE programs equip students with the skills needed for…
Five Oregon Counties Will Share $5 Million to Fight Homelessness
Five counties have been selected to receive $5 million in funding from Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) to fight homelessness among young people and their families.
The OHCS, via its Youth Emergency Housing Assistance Program…
Medford Public Meeting To Discuss Housing Instability, High Rents, And Assistance
MEDFORD, Ore. — In an effort to address Medford’s rent burden, high cost of living, and the experience of low income residents, the City Of Medford is hosting a discussion panel on Tuesday, November 19.
Medford Public Meeting On…
Two New Emergency Services Programs Available From Rogue Community College
The Emergency Services Department of Rogue Community College (RCC) now has two new EMS program available to prospective students.
RCC Expands Emergency Services Courses
RCC's Rusty Riis, Faculty Chair of their Emergency…
Oregon Couple Who Abandoned 36 Cats To Appear In Court
JOSEPHINE COUNTY, Ore. — A Josephine County couple, Jedediah and Harmony Wytcherley, abandoned 36 cats at the gates of the Rogue Valley Humane Society on August 8 this year. Following investigations, the couple have now been cited to appear…
Medford Police Warn Public To Watch Out For Package Thieves
MEDFORD, Ore. — Package thieves, or so-called porch pirates, are people who steal packages delivered to homes before the owners pick them up. This trend has increased and ramped up over the holiday season. The Medford Police Department…
Medford Volunteers Needed To Pack Meals For Hungry Children In Pacific Ring And Haiti
MEDFORD, Ore. — The annual meal-packing event held by Rogue Valley Mobile Pack (RMP) is taking place this Friday and Saturday in Medford, and the initiative needs more volunteers.
It is an opportunity for community members to help food…