Medford, OR – According to the state officials, people who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk or walnuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product. The impacted product has UPC 0015 7353 on the side label and Use By date of 05/27/2023 with a time stamp between 06:28 – 07:07 printed on the bottom of the tub, was distributed to Trader Joe’s stores between 4/28/2023 and 4/30/2023 in Alabama, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Nevada, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, and Washington. The recall was initiated after it…
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Medford, OR – Medford Police Department officials released a statement, saying that they’ve noticed a rise in phone call scams, mostly targeted at employees of restaurants and shopping centers, resulting in the loss of thousands of dollars. In recent cases, the scammer will repotedly call an employee and pretend to be someone from the employer’s corporate office or a branch manager. The caller then advises the employee to purchase gift cards or bitcoin using money from their employer. Anyone requesting you to take money from your employer and purchase gift cards or bitcoin is more than likely a scam. The Medford…
Medford, OR – According to the city officials, the anti-vehicle barriers will be used to help ensure the safety of residents and visitors attending outdoor events in Southern Oregon. City officials also announced that during this training, the cities learned how to safely operate the barriers and how to deploy them. Each city received a Vehicle Barrier System that includes a trailer and eight barricades that can easily and quickly be set up by city staff. The cities will share their kits with other municipalities within Jackson and Josephine counties, so up to 24 barriers can be deployed during specific…
Medford, OR – According to the statement, the individuals reportedly donated $3,834.35 to support the Cancer Center’s future operations. The members of the Tri-Cities Cancer Center were enthusiastic about visiting a prison for the first time and eager to learn about the Paradigm Shift Club, how fundraisers were facilitated, and information about the nuances of prison. A few members of the Paradigm Shift Club shared their personal story as well as how important impacting the outside community is for those incarcerated. The guests showed immense gratitude and empathy toward the group’s endeavors and were surprised that those incarcerated were willing to…
Medford, OR – According to the state officials, razor clamming is open from the Washington border to Tillamook Head, just south of Seaside. State officials also said that the recent samples show levels of the marine biotoxin domoic acid have dropped below the closure limit. Razor clamming remains closed from Tillamook Head to the California border for elevated levels of the marine biotoxin domoic acid. Recreational crabbing is closed on the southern Oregon coast from Takenitch Creek (8 miles north of Winchester Bay) at N 43° 47’, to Cape Blanco, at N 42° and 50’, for elevated levels of the…
Medford, OR – According to the statement, rock scaling crews will remove overhanging and loose debris around Mile Point 53 from 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. starting May 15. ODOT officials also said that they expect this work to take four to five days. ODOT will be flagging traffic through lane closures in the work zone, so expect 15- to 20-minute delays if you are traveling on OR 58 during the week. At some times during the work, they also may need to briefly close all lanes to keep travelers safe from rock falls. When approaching work zones, remember to…
Medford, OR – According to the statement, Gov. Tina Kotek and First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson reportedly met with a wide range of leaders, community members, and providers in La Grande, Elgin, Enterprise, and Joseph. Governor Tina Kotek and First Lady visited Eastern Oregon University for a conversation on early literacy, as well as a discussion on how the university is partnering with regional school districts and community organizations to create a pipeline of new educators. The group focused on educator preparation and how the state can reduce impediments to workforce recruitment and retention in rural communities. They also participated…
Medford, OR – According to the statement, drivers should expect delays to the following locations and are advised to seek alternate routes and parking, city officials say: LANE CLOSURES W. 6th Street from Front Street to W. Main Street – Expect lanes to be closed with flaggers and traffic controls in place while CommSurf Pro crews perform asphalt maintenance, May 8 – 12, between 7 am – 5 pm. W. 10th Street from S. Riverside Avenue to Oakdale Avenue – Expect lanes to be closed with flaggers and traffic controls in place while CommSurf Pro crews perform asphalt maintenance, May…
Salem, OR – According to the city officials, observed during the week of Sunday, May 7 – Saturday, May, 13, 2023, Drinking Water Week is a celebration recognizing the vital role water plays in everyday life for both water professionals and the communities they serve. City officials also announced that this week is coordinated by the American Water Works Association (AWWA) and recognizes the important role that water plays in our daily lives. Water is one of our most precious natural resources, with the most important use being drinking water. Salem gets its drinking water from the North Santiam River.…
Salem, OR – According to the city officials, this change will reportedly allow more access to programs, services, and meeting rooms for the community. The Main Library, 585 Liberty Street SE, will stay open later Tuesday-Saturday and expand Sunday hours. New hours will be: Tuesday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, 12-6 p.m. Monday service hours will now be available at the West Salem Branch, 395 Glen Creek Road NW. New hours at the branch will be: Monday-Thursday – 12-5 p.m. Saturday – 1-6 p.m.