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Calling all artists! πŸ“£ Bring your creative ideas to life in Medford. ✨The Medford Public Arts Selection Committee is onc...
08/11/2026

Calling all artists! πŸ“£ Bring your creative ideas to life in Medford. ✨

The Medford Public Arts Selection Committee is once again offering Partnership Grants from $500 to $5,000 to support local arts programs, events, exhibits, and youth art opportunities.

Last year’s grants supported:
🎢 Southern Oregon Repertory Singers' holiday concert at The Historic Holly Theatre
🎨 Rogue Gallery and Art Center’s Family and Friends Day
πŸ™οΈ Paint the Town, which will feature local artwork on vinyl wraps installed on downtown utility boxes

To apply or learn more πŸ‘‰ https://www.medfordoregon.gov/News-Articles/Medford%E2%80%99s-Partnership-Grants-Support-Community-Arts

Thank you to everyone who joined Medford Police at Alba Park last week for National Night Out! πŸš”From hot dogs and co****...
08/10/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined Medford Police at Alba Park last week for National Night Out! πŸš”

From hot dogs and co****le to donut-eating contests and face painting, there was something for everyone. Attendees also had the chance to explore public safety vehicles, ask questions, and spend time with members of the department. πŸ’¬

We appreciate everyone who came out and made it a great night! πŸ‘

Heads up! πŸ“£ Due to potential poor air quality, this Saturday's free showing of How to Train Your Dragon, part of the Rog...
08/07/2026

Heads up! πŸ“£ Due to potential poor air quality, this Saturday's free showing of How to Train Your Dragon, part of the Rogue Credit Union Movies in the Park series, has been moved from Bear Creek Park to RogueX. 🎬

πŸ“… Date: August 8
πŸ•• Time: Doors open at 6 p.m., movie starts at 7 p.m.
πŸ“ Location: 901 Rossanley Drive

While the splash pad will not be available, bounce houses will be set up inside. 🏰

Families are welcome to bring blankets, pillows, and chairs to get cozy for the movie. We hope to see you there! 🍿

Last night, the City Council approved more than $1 million in grants through the Council Community Initiative Fund to su...
08/06/2026

Last night, the City Council approved more than $1 million in grants through the Council Community Initiative Fund to support local programs that strengthen our community, enhance public spaces, and expand educational and cultural opportunities. πŸ‘

Funded projects include:
πŸš’ Building a memorial to honor Medford firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice
⭐ Establishing a Fourth of July celebration at RogueX
🐢 Supporting SoHumane's work to help at-risk animals and provide community resources
🏊 Providing scholarships for Rogue Rapids so more youth can dive into the sport
🎨 Expanding access to educational opportunities and programs at The Children’s Museum of Southern Oregon

These funds come from local and state ma*****na tax revenues and reflect Medford’s commitment to building a stronger community for all. 🀝

Learn more here ➑️ https://www.medfordoregon.gov/News-Articles/Council-Awards-1-Million-in-Grants-to-Strengthen-Community-Programs

Serving up some summer fun! β˜€οΈ Four new sand volleyball courts are open and ready for action. 🏐Located at Howard Memoria...
08/05/2026

Serving up some summer fun! β˜€οΈ Four new sand volleyball courts are open and ready for action. 🏐

Located at Howard Memorial Sports Park near RogueX, the new courts double the City's places to play. Lights stay on until 9 p.m., so the games can continue into the evening! πŸ’‘

Great work to our Medford Parks and Recreation team for bringing this project to life! πŸ‘

π—ͺπ—˜π—”π—§π—›π—˜π—₯ π—”π—Ÿπ—˜π—₯𝗧: Due to current weather conditions, the National Weather Service has extended the Red Flag Warning for Med...
08/05/2026

π—ͺπ—˜π—”π—§π—›π—˜π—₯ π—”π—Ÿπ—˜π—₯𝗧: Due to current weather conditions, the National Weather Service has extended the Red Flag Warning for Medford. The warning is now in effect from 2–9 p.m. today, Aug. 5, and 2–8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6. ⚠️

‼️ Public access to Prescott Park will be curtailed for the duration of the warning and will reopen Friday morning, if conditions allow.
🚩 What is a Red Flag Warning? A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or will shortly. These conditions promote rapid spread of fire which may become life threatening.
❌ Avoid tossing burning ci******es on the ground, parking hot vehicles on dry vegetation, and using equipment that can cause sparks.

Stay informed! Know Your Zone and sign up for Jackson Alerts at medfordoregon.gov/beprepared. βœ…

Calling all artists! 🎨 If you’re looking for an opportunity to share your creativity with our community, the Medford Pub...
08/04/2026

Calling all artists! 🎨 If you’re looking for an opportunity to share your creativity with our community, the Medford Public Arts Selection Committee is now offering Partnership Grants ranging from $500 to $5,000. πŸ’°

These grants support:
✨ Arts education programs
✨ Youth art programs
✨ Events or exhibits that promote exposure to the arts

Apply by Friday, August 28, 2026 πŸ‘‰ www.medfordoregon.gov/art

𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗹𝗢𝗻𝗴 π—¦π—΅π—²π—Ήπ˜π—²π—Ώ 𝗒𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗢𝗻 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱: Need a place to cool off? ACCESS is opening a cooling shelter starting today, August 4,...
08/04/2026

𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗹𝗢𝗻𝗴 π—¦π—΅π—²π—Ήπ˜π—²π—Ώ 𝗒𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗢𝗻 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱: Need a place to cool off?

ACCESS is opening a cooling shelter starting today, August 4, through Friday, August 7 from 12 - 8 p.m. at 332 W. 6th Street, Medford.

Snacks and drinks will be available, and pets are welcome.

To get shelter updates, text π— π—˜π——πŸ°π—¦π—›π—˜π—Ÿπ—§π—˜π—₯𝗦 to 𝟴𝟴𝟴𝟳𝟳𝟳.

π—ͺπ—˜π—”π—§π—›π—˜π—₯ π—”π—Ÿπ—˜π—₯𝗧: Due to current weather conditions, the National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for Medford...
08/03/2026

π—ͺπ—˜π—”π—§π—›π—˜π—₯ π—”π—Ÿπ—˜π—₯𝗧: Due to current weather conditions, the National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for Medford from 2 p.m. today (Aug. 3) through 9 p.m. Tuesday (Aug. 4). ⚠️

‼️ Public access to Prescott Park will be curtailed for the duration of the warning.
🚩 What is a Red Flag Warning? A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or will shortly. These conditions promote rapid spread of fire which may become life threatening.
❌ Avoid tossing burning ci******es on the ground, parking hot vehicles on dry vegetation, and using equipment that can cause sparks.
β˜‘οΈ Stay informed: Know Your Zone and sign up for Jackson Alerts at medfordoregon.gov/beprepared.

View the weather alert ➑️ https://inws.ncep.noaa.gov/a/a.php?i=132117355

Shoutout to the recipients of this year’s Friends of Medford Parks and Recreation awards! πŸ‘Help us celebrate our 2026 h...
07/31/2026

Shoutout to the recipients of this year’s Friends of Medford Parks and Recreation awards! πŸ‘

Help us celebrate our 2026 honorees:

⭐ Olsrud Family Lifetime Service Award: Joe Brett
⭐ Individual: Rich Hansen
⭐ Individual: Karla Larson
⭐ Individual: Steven Corelis
⭐ Business: Bill's Backhoe
⭐ Community Service Group: Southern Oregon Veterans Benefit
⭐ Youth Group/Organization: Rogue Valley BMX

Thank you all for your incredible commitment and service to our community! πŸ’š

Read more ➑️ https://www.medfordoregon.gov/News-Articles/Medford-Parks-and-Recreation-Commission-Presents-2026-Service-Awards

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