Medford, OR – While many people spend Christmas Day at home, enjoying the warmth of family and holiday treats, for some, it’s just another day on the job. This includes the firefighters of Jackson County Fire District 3, who remain on duty to ensure the safety of their community, regardless of the holiday season. This Christmas, 14 firefighters from the district’s four stations worked throughout the day, ready to respond to emergencies. For Firefighter Collin Lee, the job remains the same, no matter the date on the calendar. “We’re still here to do our jobs, perform our duties, and it’s…
Author: Sarah Prescott
Medford, OR — For over two decades, the St. Vincent de Paul organization has brought holiday cheer to the Medford community with its annual Christmas Day outreach event. This year, the tradition continued with a festive celebration that included a free meal and gift-giving, bringing together people of all ages to enjoy the spirit of the season. El Molcajete, a popular local restaurant, contributed to the holiday feast, marking its eighth year of supplying the meal. The restaurant’s involvement has become a staple of the event, providing attendees with a hearty Christmas spread. Wayne Trefren, a longtime organizer of the…
Medford, OR – Dani Marie Schofield, a former nurse at Asante in Medford, Oregon, is facing serious criminal charges after being accused of replacing fentanyl meant for patients with tap water, leading to infections. The investigation into Schofield began in June after Asante hospital staff raised concerns about an increase in central line infections. According to the Medford Police Department (MPD), Schofield’s actions are suspected to have contributed to the rise in these cases, prompting the arrest. Schofield is charged with 44 counts of second-degree assault. She has pleaded not guilty to the charges. Her pre-trial hearing, originally scheduled for…
Medford, OR – A 52-year-old man from Cave Junction, Oregon, has been sentenced to 24 months in federal prison for operating illegal marijuana cultivation sites and filing false tax returns, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Oregon. Steven Shirley, the former president and minister of Earth Peoples Park (EPP), a nonprofit religious organization, was also sentenced to five years of supervised release. In addition, he was ordered to pay restitution totaling $290,291 to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for unpaid taxes and $12,896 to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for environmental damage caused by his…
Medford, OR – An officer-involved shooting occurred at Collier State Park in Klamath County on Monday morning, leaving a 35-year-old male critically injured. The incident took place around 9:45 a.m. and involved deputies from the Klamath County Sheriff’s Office. According to initial reports, the man was struck by gunfire and was immediately transported to a local hospital in Klamath Falls, where he is currently receiving medical treatment. Authorities have not disclosed the individual’s identity or the circumstances that led to the shooting. No deputies were injured during the incident. The Oregon State Police (OSP) is leading the investigation, with support…
Medford, OR — U.S. Attorney General Merrick B. Garland is set to visit Portland this Friday to meet with local, state, and federal law enforcement officials. The meeting, which will take place at the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Oregon, is scheduled to begin at 9:35 a.m. During his visit, Garland will meet with U.S. Attorney Natalie K. Wight, as well as leaders from various law enforcement agencies. The session will start with brief opening remarks from Garland and Wight, both of which will be open to the press. The Attorney General’s visit comes as part of a…
Medford, OR — A Christmas Eve storm brought more than just holiday cheer to some residents of Medford, as heavy rainfall overnight caused severe flooding in local neighborhoods. The flooding, particularly on Sunset Avenue, was described by residents as the worst in years, with water levels rising dramatically around 1 a.m. “I haven’t seen anything like this since the ’90s,” said one resident, surveying the damage early Christmas morning. Another neighbor added, “This field looked like a river when I showed up just before 9 a.m.” The swift rise in water left residents scrambling to protect their homes, but the…
Medford, OR – A tragic two-vehicle crash on Highway 97 in Klamath County, Oregon, claimed the lives of four individuals on Sunday, December 22, 2024. The incident, which occurred before 8 a.m. near milepost 234, resulted in the deaths of a 21-year-old driver and three juvenile passengers. According to the Oregon State Police (OSP), the crash unfolded when Trevor Christian McNally, 21, of Klamath Falls, lost control of his vehicle. McNally’s car crossed into the oncoming lane, where it was struck head-on by a southbound commercial vehicle. The driver of the commercial vehicle, Amandeep Singh, 30, of Yuba City, California,…
Medford, OR – A Coquille man was arrested earlier this month in Medford after authorities uncovered a stash of firearms, drugs, and cash during a search of his hotel room. Joshua Daniel Felker, 33, was taken into custody following an investigation into his suspected possession of stolen firearms. According to the Medford Police Department, detectives received credible information indicating that Felker was in town and potentially in possession of firearms that had been stolen. The investigation led authorities to a hotel in South Medford, where Felker was located. A search warrant was obtained, and upon executing it, detectives recovered 13…
Medford, OR — A joint investigation by the Oregon State Police and the Klamath County Sheriff’s Office is underway following a tragic incident on Friday, December 20, 2024, that left three people dead, including two brothers. The incident began when family members raised concerns about the well-being of 24-year-old Bradley Anderson, who had been exhibiting erratic behavior. Authorities were alerted, prompting deputies to search for the brothers. They soon located the vehicle the Andersons were reportedly in on Keno Springs Road, where a single gunshot was heard as deputies approached. Upon reaching the vehicle, officers found Bradley Anderson deceased from…