JOSEPHINE COUNTY, Ore. — A Merlin woman is taking matters into her own hands after learning about a family in need. Iris McFarland was browsing Facebook when she came across a post about a family living on the streets. She ...
MEDFORD, Ore. — Just days after an apartment fire displaced six families and left at least one child with severe injuries, a local elementary school is stepping in to help. Five-year-old Olivia is a kindergartener at Orchard Hill Elementary School. ...
Medford, Ore. — If you’re in the process of de-cluttering while spring cleaning, a local organization has an idea for you. Set Free Fellowship in Medford is in need of donations, specifically men’s clothing and supplies. The fellowship holds an event ...
[This story has been updated from a previous version.] JACKSON COUNTY, Ore. – Police are continuing to investigate a tragic incident that left a 13-year-old girl dead. At about 7:30 Monday morning, Jackson County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the ...
Talent, Ore. — Nearly 2 dozen southern Oregon firefighters and EMT’s are on their way to Napa County to assist with firefighting efforts. It’s the first time Oregon agencies have been asked to deploy to California, but the firefighters say ...
Brookings, Ore.- Curry County residents displaced by the massive Chetco Bar Fire are continuing to receive help and resources from non-profit agencies and the state of Oregon. According to the American Red Cross, the shelter set up for evacuees has ...
Curry County, Ore.- The U.S. Forest Service has released information on how the community can help support emergency workers and firefighters. The agency says it’s been overwhelmed with heartfelt notes of thanks, as well as donations. While the support is ...
Trail, Ore. — August is typically the busiest month for fire crews, and this year is no exception. 4 days in and agencies are already seeing an increase in calls. That means as the season continues to pick up, crews ...
Medford, Ore. — Oregon is identifying and supporting homeless students better than any other state in the nation. That’s according to a new report by the Institute for Children, Poverty & Homelessness. The news is encouraging for organizations like Maslow Project, ...
Medford, Ore. — In 2015 ACCESS was awarded a 3 year, 6-million dollar federal grant for an SSVF program, or Supportive Services for Veteran Families. Since receiving it, over 600 homeless veterans in Jackson County have received housing help. But vacancy rates ...