first responders

PROSPECT, Ore. – A woman is in the hospital with serious injuries Tuesday after falling 40 feet in prospect. Jackson County Fire District 3 says she fell while taking a photo near a bridge close to the Avenue of Boulders. Her partner …

ROGUE VALLEY, Ore. – First responders can now get free standard oil changes at some Rogue Valley businesses. Ashland Automotive is offering the deal. In addition to Kelly’s Automotive says the service at both it’s Grants Pass and Medford locations. “We are …

Cartwright’s Markets are introducing a new policy this week at both of their locations. First responders in the deli or barbecue section of the store will now be asked if they’d like to skip the line. The store’s owner says he’s seen …

GRANTS PASS, Ore. — Oregon has many beautiful seasons that allow those that live here to enjoy hiking, hunting and even cutting down trees for Christmas. But with the outdoors and icy winter season, comes inevitable risks like getting lost or getting …

MEDFORD, Ore — The Human Bean is giving away free drinks to first responders Wednesday in honor of 9/11. Police officers, firefighters, paramedics, members of the military and veterans are able to get a free 16 oz. beverage of their choice. All they …

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 …

GRANTS PASS, Ore. — Rural Metro Fire purchased an all-terrain vehicle to help in the rough terrain across the county. Its main function is to help first responders rescue injured firefighters. Rural Metro Fire had the vehicle for about six months now. The …

Salem, Ore.– The states of Oregon and Washington are opting into a wireless broadband network for first responders. Governor Kate Brown, along with Washington Governor Jay Inslee, announced the decision to provide a telecommunication network for the states’ public safety community. The First …

Medford, Ore. — Part of the I-5 overpass on Barnett Road was shut down Monday as a group of Rogue Valley residents stood in remembrance of 9/11. Phoenix resident Patti Robinson says it’s the second year the group has stood over the highway. “What …

Medford, Ore. – On Friday, on-duty Medford firefighters were issued ballistic vests and helmets they can use when responding to incidents involving violence or the threat of violence. According to Medford Fire-Rescue, violence against public safety officials, specifically firefighters, has been on …