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Rise and shine, Medford!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: Rare blood moon, Oregon Chocolate Festival, and Mavis Staples performance + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Medford protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Public-private partnership builds greenspace: An 8.27-acre Medford park is planned, with land donated to the Medford Parks and Recreation Foundation and amenities including a playground, dog park, and basketball court, targeting completion in 2027 — see what’s planned and when.
Seasoned leadership takes helm: ACCESS named Kellie Battaglia its new executive director, bringing more than 20 years in housing and human services. She started March 1 and aims to strengthen partnerships serving local residents — get details on the transition.
Copper-red views await: Medford is in for a rare Blood Moon early March 3, a total lunar eclipse lasting about an hour, peaking pre-dawn and marking Oregon’s last visible one until 2028 — see timing and viewing tips.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Wing night upgrade: The Rocky Tonk Saloon serves crispy, no-nonsense wings with salty bar classics, best with a pint and a little live-music buzz. Two flavors in, the jukebox often cues a second round, with napkins at the ready.
Soap that sparks joy: Whether your shower needs a glow-up or your sink wants a better-smelling sidekick, Em’z Blendz makes small-batch soaps, skincare, shampoo bars, and candles, all handcrafted in Medford with thoughtful ingredients. Sniff-worthy everyday luxuries you’ll actually use, featuring fresh, bright scents and cozy classics.
Fairways calling: Centennial Golf Club blends Rogue Valley vistas with smart challenge across 7,309 yards of John Fought-designed, par-72 play on former pear orchards. Bring a friend, chase birdies, then swap stories over bites at the Centennial Grille… a round that feels classic and fresh.
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🐶 Dog Man Birthday Party @ Jackson County Library Services | Wednesday (3/4) at 2:00 PM – Got a kid or grandkid obsessed with Dog Man? Medford Library is throwing a bash for Dav Pilkey for ages 3 and up, with stories, games, crafts, and snacks. Low-stakes chaos, high on giggles, and you get to look like the fun adult.
❄ Snowshoe Hike @ Hyatt Lake Recreation Area | Thursday (3/5) at 9:00 AM – Ready to swap driveway slush for real snow? BLM rangers are leading a mellow snowshoe at Hyatt Lake, with animal tracks, winter adaptations, and a dash of snow science. Meet at the old Rite Aid, now CVS, in Ashland, snowshoes and poles provided, weather permitting.
🐶 Pints for a Purpose: No Pet Left Behind @ Phoodery | Thursday (3/5) at 4:00 PM – Phoenix is drinking for a good cause, with $1 from every meal or pint at The Phoodery Taphouse, Curbside King, Northwest Pizza, and Truffle Pig going to No Pet Left Behind. Expect trivia, a dog costume contest, and a pet supply drive, because sweaters.
🍫 22nd Annual Oregon Chocolate Festival @ Ashland Hills Hotel & Suites | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Two days of artisan chocolate, wine, and live demos, plus a chance to vote for your favorite makers. Celebrating 22 years by spotlighting the women running the cocoa world, from bean to boss. Bring the kids, they waltz in free, you call it research.
🍷 Wine Release Party @ Del Rio Vineyards | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – If your wine rack has been giving you the side-eye, Del Rio’s wine release is your fix, with seasonal pours, new songs from VinylTap, Southern Oregon’s premier power trio, and room to dance. Non-members are in for $12, which covers the tasting, obviously.
🌱 Terrarium Class @ Corrine’s Flowers & Gifts | Saturday (3/7) at 3:00 PM – If you’ve been meaning to add greenery without adopting another needy ficus, come build a low-drama terrarium. They teach layering, plant picks, and mini-ecosystem mojo, you get all materials, wine, nonalcoholic sips, charcuterie, and a take-home showpiece that forgives neglect.
🎬 Benefit Screening: The Last Picture Shows @ Varsity Theatre | Saturday (3/7) at 7:00 PM – Remember when the theater was the town’s living room? Honor John Schweiger with a benefit screening of The Last Picture Shows at Historic Varsity Theatre, then stick around as filmmaker Rustin Thompson talks cinemas, caretakers, and the ones still holding on. Tickets at ashlandfilm.org/events.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Medford report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 58°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 14%
Patchy fog before 10am. Partly sunny, with a high near 58. North wind around 3 mph. Later: Patchy fog after 10pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 42. East northeast wind around 3 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 59°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 4%
Patchy fog before 10am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 59. West southwest wind 1 to 6 mph. Later: Rain after 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 42. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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