News & Media

Keep in touch with the latest news and important announcements from the City of Medford.

General City Media Questions: For all City related media inquiries, please contact Communications & Marketing Manager Kristina Johnsen at communications@cityofmedford.org or office phone 541-774-2087.

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Free Wood Debris Chipper Days

Published on March 24, 2026

Medford Fire and the Parks, Recreation and Facilities Departments are hosting free Wood Debris Chipper Days to help residents keep their properties safe and clean year-round.

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Council Approves Downtown Economic Improvement District

Published on March 19, 2026

The Medford City Council on Wednesday approved a resolution establishing an Economic Improvement District in partnership with the Downtown Medford Association.

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City Council’s Community Art Contest Now Underway

Published on March 16, 2026

The City Council’s Community Art Contest is now underway, with the submission deadline extended to Friday, Apr. 3.

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Medford Honors Sister City With New Flags in Alba Park

Published on March 13, 2026

Four new flags are flying in Alba Park, honoring Medford’s longtime sister-city relationship with Alba, Italy.

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Crash Data Prompts Relocation of Photo Enforcement

Published on March 09, 2026

The Medford Police Department is installing photo enforcement traffic safety equipment at the intersection of Barnett Road and Highland Drive following an increase in crashes at the location.

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Medford Invests $492k in Community Nonprofits

Published on March 05, 2026

Seventeen nonprofit organizations providing vital community services will receive a total of $492,100 through the City of Medford’s General Fund Grant program for the 2025–27 biennium.

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Planning Commission Approves Mountain Top Village Revision

Published on March 02, 2026

The Planning Commission approved a revision to the Mountain Top Village area of the Vista Pointe Planned Unit Development in a 4–3 vote on Feb. 26.

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Council Discusses Next Steps for Proposed Creekside Quarter Concept

Published on February 27, 2026

At its Feb. 25 study session, the Medford City Council discussed the next steps for the proposed Creekside Quarter concept in downtown Medford.

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Rural District Residents: Get Your Burn Permit Online!

Published on February 27, 2026

Open burning starts March 1st for most of residents in Medford Rural Fire Protection District #2 (MRFPD2), and Medford Fire has introduced a new look and online option to apply for a burn permit.

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Medford Celebrates 141 Years of Growth and Transformation

Published on February 24, 2026

The City of Medford is celebrating its 141st birthday today, February 24, marking a journey from a small railroad town to Southern Oregon’s largest city and economic hub.