Medford, OR – 69 new COVID-19 cases have been confirmed by the Jackson County Public Health. Unfortunately, the JCPH reported 3more deaths due to coronavirus, bringing the local death toll to 69 since the pandemic began. According to the Jackson County Public Health officials, a 79-year-old man tested positive on November 22 and died December 27 at Providence Medford Medical Center. Another 79-year-old man tested positive on December 18 and died December 26 at Ashland Community Hospital. Both men had underlying conditions. An 86-year-old man tested positive on December 24 and died the next day at Rogue Regional Medical Center. Officials said that…
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MEDFORD, Ore. — According to the police report, the state troopers arrested 49-year-old Kenneth Ayers in August following a string of shootings between Douglas, Josephine, and Jackson counties — one of which injured a woman near Central Point. And, this former UPS driver accused of shooting at drivers, has been indicted on 34 counts in Jackson County Circuit Court, the county District Attorney’s Office announced on Thursday. Prosecutors from the three counties agreed to try the case in Jackson County for charges stemming from eight different shootings between the months of May and August. “Mr. Ayers has stipulated to the…
Oregon – Finally, some good news! The local Zoo opened on Saturday for the first time since the end of November and people were excited to visit the animals once again. While some areas are still off-limits, most people were just happy to get outdoors for the day. “We were pretty excited about it,” said Stephanie Derkatch, who was visiting. “I got an email and knew it would fill up right away, so we got them right away. The kids were stoked. They haven’t been here in a very long time.” “It really helps support the care of the animals,” said…
MEDFORD, Ore. – According to the statement, 67 new COVID-19 cases have been reported. A previously reported case has been removed from the COVID-19 total cases. These updates bring the total reported COVID-19 cases in Jackson County to 5,617. Jackson County Public Health reports one new COVID-19 death, bringing the total deaths to 66. Jackson County’s 66th COVID-19 death is a 71-year-old woman who tested positive on November 26 and died on December 24 at Rogue Regional Medical Center. The patient had underlying For additional information, visit the Jackson County COVID-19 Data Dashboard at Situation in Jackson County, Oregon webpage. The Oregon Health Authority’s COVID-19 Data Dashboard website does…
MEDFORD, Ore. – As you clean up after unwrapping holiday presents, here are some tips from waste hauler Republic Services on what can be recycled, and what should be reused or tossed in the garbage can: Gift bags: Recycle or reuse (if uncoated). Toss or reuse (if embellished). Ribbons and bows: Toss or reuse. Boxes: Recycle or reuse. Wrapping paper: Recycle if uncoated. Toss if glossy or embellished. Tissue paper: Recycle. Cellophane: Toss.
MEDFORD, Ore. — A six-month extension on Oregon’s eviction moratorium is causing frustration among landlords and property management companies. Lawmakers set aside around $150 million to pay landlords up to 80 percent of what they’re owed by renters. Allcities Property Management manager Angela Brumana says this forces landlords to forfeit too much money. “Owners aren’t as rich as the tenants think they are — that’s a myth,” Brumana said. “Then it’s the trickling down because then you look at us property managers or landlords that our income is based on the rent collected and we’re not receiving rent. So, guess…
MEDFORD, Ore. — If you’re looking for a great cuddle-buddy who’d love be your pal for loads of fun, come meet Midnight. This 4-year-old Pit Bull is intelligent and loves to play. He’s a big fan of fetching and tug-of-war so get your arm ready. He was adopted out no too long ago but returned because the roommate of his person said he didn’t get along with him. We haven’t seen this kind of behavior at the Shelter, but his ideal family should have experience with this breed. While he can be head-strong, it’s all about giving him the proper balance…
MEDFORD, Ore. – In a major policy shift, Gov. Kate Brown this afternoon told school distrcts that students could return to in-person instruction based on their own judgment. Brown said her school metrics, which had been mandatory, will only be “advisory” in nature beginning Jan. 1. “This does not mean schools can resume in-person instruction without regard for COVID-19 spread in the community,” Brown said, “but instead should carefully consider the metrics in their local context, the needs of students and families, and readiness to implement health and safety protocols.” The Oregon Education Association, the state’s largest teachers union, called…
Oregon – The Oregon wine industry extended its remarkable – but almost predictable – recent run of acclaim when seven pinot noirs from the north Willamette Valley landed on Wine Spectator’s Top 100 Wines of 2020. Washington state saw three wines make the Top 100, meaning the Northwest is responsible for 10% of the list. A year ago, the Northwest placed a total of seven wines on the list. The Willamette Valley, and wines of Oregon as a category, has shined at retail checkout and Nielsen research in recent years. While much of the U.S. wine industry was flat in…
MEDFORD, Ore. — Medford Police are investigating a stabbing that happened Tuesday night. Medford police confirmed to Newswatch 12 that the incident happened at around 7:30 p.m. Tuesday night on Main Street. Police say the stabber called police claiming the victim tried to attack him. The victim has a stab would that is not life threatening, but police say the victim is seriously injured. Nobody has been charged.