Matt Jordan
Matt earned a Meteorology Certificate from Mississippi State University and a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from the University of Oregon. Before joining NBC5 News, Matt spent a year in Alexandria, Louisiana as a reporter and anchor for KALB News. Matt was also a production assistant at KEZI 9 News in Eugene and an intern at CNN.
In addition to being passionate about news and weather, Matt loves his Oregon Ducks, the outdoors, craft beer and time with his dogs.
Matt's most recent stories:
Medford, Ore — Jackson County elections officials have a plan in place for voters displaced by the Almeda and South Obenchain fires. County Clerk Chris Walker says after the fires, the county partnered with the Postal Service to ensure all voters have …
Medford, Ore — The Almeda fire may be contained but the mental trauma for survivors especially children continues. “I think a lot of our students and families are still in shock,” said Michelle House. The destruction of the Almeda Fire fresh in …
Residents in Phoenix made their way back home to survey the damage after the almeda fire tore through the city. The destruction was seemingly random, with some buildings, like the Ray’s Market and Phoenix High School unharmed, but nearby apartments and mobile …
Phoenix, Ore — It’s no question the last few months have been difficult for small business but some local entrepreneurs say now is the perfect time to get started on their next adventure. “We called ourselves crazy quite a few times,” said …
Brookings, Ore — A local non-profit is giving the gift of mobility on the Oregon Coast and it’s looking for people who want to participate. David’s Chair Outdoor Mobility Systems is inviting people with mobility challenges and their friends and family to …
Klamath Falls, Ore — Klamath County was once at the epicenter of the COVID-19 crisis in Southern Oregon, since then the County is now seeing a dramatic reduction in new cases. “Once one of us has known someone who had COVID I …
Eagle Point, Ore — Summer school is actually in session right now in Eagle Point. It’s giving teachers and staff a preview of what the regular school year might look like. When most schools were shutting down, Eagle Point School District 9 …
Medford, Ore — One of Southern Oregon’s largest fundraising events released it’s plan for going forward this summer despite Coronavirus concerns. Every year the Oregon Wine Experience raises money for the Children’s Miracle Network. The events, like the Grand Tasting and Miracle …
Medford, Ore — Hundreds of young athletes are descending on Medford this weekend for the annual “Midsummer Monster” baseball tournament. This year, the tournament will look a little different. The tournament, along with the American Legion tournament, also this weekend, is a …
Oregon — Local media, mental health professionals and lawmakers met today over zoom to talk mental health in the time of Covid-19. U.S. Senator Ron Wyden joined in on the meeting for the “In This Together” program. It’s an initiative started by …
