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JACKSON COUNTY, Ore. — A local volunteer chaplain received the biggest surprise of his life with a little help from Jackson County Fire District 3. For 13 years, Lorin W. Myers has used his own car for his role as chaplain. When …

CENTRAL POINT, Ore. — The Jackson County Sheriff’s office is now investigating after the fourth fire this week broke out at a Central Point property. Earlier this week, firefighters responded to the property on the 3800 block of Corey Road for 3 …

WHITE CITY, Ore. — An ex-employee with Jackson County Fire District 3 who filed a sexual harassment claim with the state, has settled with the agency. Ashley Blakely tells NBC5 News she got a 6-figure settlement package. She says part of her …

CENTRAL POINT, Ore. — Fire season may be over, but Fire Prevention Awareness Month is just beginning. Fire officials say the month of October is devoted to educating people about how and why fires spark, especially what to do in the event …

CENTRAL POINT, Ore. — On Tuesday, Fire District 3 celebrated the construction of its all-new Scenic Ave. fire station in Central Point. The new station is expected to be up and running by June of 2020. Representatives from Central Point School District …

WHITE CITY, Ore. — Fire District 3 is introducing a new fuel reduction trailer program to help keep you and your family safe at home. Firefighters said creating a defensible space around your home is one of the most effective ways to …

WHITE CITY, Ore. — First responders across the country got a “thank you” for working on Labor Day, including here in the Rogue Valley. Since 2002, Olive Garden has served more than 12,000 free meals. They say it’s a way to give …

CENTRAL POINT, Ore. — On July 9th, Eagle point man, Kendal Bruton, was driving down East Gregory Rd. in Central Point when he saw smoke coming from a nearby home. “I noticed like really dark smoke and I thought, ‘oh someones just …

MEDFORD, Ore. — Fire season is, no doubt, a hectic time. Flames can spark within a matter of seconds and sometimes evacuation notices are quick to follow. “Firefighters will utilize terms… that’s really the best way for them to describe what is …

WHITE CITY, Ore – In case of an emergency, Jackson County Fire District 3 is recommending pet owners put together emergency plans for animals. The agency found people were concerned that if something were to happen, their pets would be forgotten. They are …