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ASHLAND, Ore. — After being closed for the last 6 months, ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum is finally re-opening its doors! This weekend only, the museum is offering free admission to welcome everyone back. The museum’s interim executive director, Erin Endress, says interactive exhibits …

ASHLAND, Ore. — A popular deli in Ashland known for its pastrami turned 8-years-old today! In honor of Sammich’s 8th anniversary, a small celebration party is being thrown. It has live music and special $8 burgers for purchase. The founder, Melissa McMillan, …

JACKSON CO., Ore. — After the CDC’s announcement about fully vaccinated people being able to go mask-less in public soon,  Jackson County Public Health Officer, Dr. Jim Shames, says he believes people now have more incentive to get the vaccine. Dr. Shames …

MEDFORD, Ore — Four local teenagers will be representing Oregon in their respective divisions at the United States Bowling Congress Junior Gold Championships in Indianapolis. The boys each placed in the top two of their age group during a state tournament held …

SALEM, Ore. —Governor Kate Brown announced Thursday Oregon will be following the CDC’s new guidance for mask-wearing. The CDC is lifting mask and social distancing requirements, for fully vaccinated people. Individual businesses are still allowed to enforce mask restrictions if they want …

MERLIN, Ore. – In Josephine Co., residents will vote on whether or not they want to allow a fire district in their community. If approved, the Josephine Independent Rural Fire Protection District would be formed. Residents would pay an extra tax of $1.74 …

CENTRAL POINT, Ore. – Kids 12 to 15 can now get the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at the Jackson County Expo. While appointments are encouraged they are not required. Kids 12-14 will need to bring a parent or guardian, in order to receive …

MEDFORD, Ore. – A Medford road rage trial wrapped up Friday. More than 3-years after a fatal road rage crash on I-5 in Medford, the accused is walking away not guilty on all charges. Raleigh Rodrigues, 68 was on trial for manslaughter …

MEDFORD, Ore. – Local police are asking for help finding two missing teens. The Medford Police Department said 13-year-old Kail Schmalz and 16-year-old Sophia Cullen are both runaways and may be traveling together. According to MPD, the pair are believed to be …

SALEM, Ore. – Oregon’s governor has sided with the Centers for Disease Control’s latest mask guidance. On Thursday evening, Governor Kate Brown issued the following statement: Hello, Governor Kate Brown here. Today the CDC issued new guidance for lifting mask and social …