Local Food Bank to be Supported by National Letter Carriers "Stamp Out Hunger" Drive
The Josephine County Food Bank is once again being supported by the National Association of Letter Carriers' "Stamp Out Hunger" Food Drive this Saturday. The local food bank and Josephine County post offices have participated in this nationwide day of giving for the past 30 years. In the past three decades, the event has provided 1.8 million pounds of food to food banks across the country. You can help Stamp Out Hunger by donating food at the Josephine County Food Bank at 3658 Upper River Road on May 11th, by leaving food at a designated postal spot or by volunteering at the food bank on Saturday from noon to 4 p.m.. For more information or to sign up to help, call the local food bank at (541)-479-5556 or visit them online at "jocofoodbank.org." ...Read more

Josephine County Sheriff Dave Daniel Touts "National Correctional Officers Week"

It's National Correctional Officers Week and the Josephine County Sheriff's Office is asking the public to join them in showing appreciation for the important role corrections officers play in the criminal justice system. In Presidential Proclamation 5187, former President Ronald Reagan honored all current and former corrections officers: "The duties of these officers have become increasingly complex and demanding. They are called upon to fill, simultaneously, custodial, supervisory and counseling roles. The professionalism, dedication and courage exhibited by these officers throughout the performance of these demanding and often conflicting roles deserve our utmost respect. The important work of Correctional Officers often does not receive the recognition from the public it deserves. It is appropriate that we honor the many contributions and accomplishments of these men and women who are a vital component of the field of corrections." Sheriff Dave Daniel said they are incredibly proud of the professionals who work within the walls of the Josephine County Jail. ...Read more

ODOT and City of Medford Holding Open House Today for New Interstate 5 Overpass

The Oregon Department of Transportation and the City of Medford are seeking public input on options for a potential overpass on Interstate 5 at South Stage Road between the South Medford and Phoenix exits. ODOT officials said the project aims to improve east-west transportation connectivity, traffic safety and emergency response times in this growing area. ODOT wants to hear from you. The public is invited to participate in two events. Attend an in-person open house today from 6 to 8 p.m. to learn about the roadway options being considered and to provide your input. The open house is being held at the RCC/SOU Higher Education Center at 101 South Bartlett Street in Medford. Citizens are also invited to visit the project's online open house through May 20th. The information shared about this project as well as the public and agency input received may be adopted or incorporated by reference into a future environmental review process to meet the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act. ...Read more