Damian Mann

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Published 12:43 pm Monday, June 16, 2025 Proposal supported by OHSU, would provide a training ground for aspiring doctors complete with a cadaver labA proposed Medford medical school associated with Oregon Health & Science University has sparked interest among Medford City Council members. At a Thursday study session, councilors voiced support for developing a memorandum of understanding with OHSU to create a local campus and to develop a residency program for doctors at local hospitals.

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Published 9:30 am Friday, June 6, 2025 Spending increase fueled by state-mandated upgrades to water treatment plant, hikes in personnel costsA unanimous Medford City Council Wednesday approved a $679,486,400 budget for 2025-27 — about 28% higher than the current two-year budget. The spending hikes are fueled by state-mandated upgrades to the water treatment plant and to sharp hikes in personnel costs, particularly for benefits.

3 weeks ago | rv-times.com | Damian Mann

Published 1:00 pm Thursday, June 5, 2025 Messer family turns over 80 acres to expand Medford’s largest park; parcels are located at the headwaters of Lazy and Crooked creeks, just north of Oregon Hills ParkA two-for-the-price-of-one land deal will add 80 acres to Medford’s largest park and provide a crucial link to an expanding trail network.

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Published 12:29 pm Friday, May 16, 2025 Recommendations include a $5 fee increase on utility bills for parks fundingThe Ashland Citizens’ Budget Committee Wednesday recommended a $373 million biennial city budget that avoids drastic cuts to parks and throws a lifeline to a preschool grant program.

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Published 1:42 pm Friday, May 9, 2025 Medford resident and retired lawyer tells City Council members that it’s ‘crazy to get rid of a good building’Downtown Medford’s historic 1915 federal courthouse is up for sale, and a new courthouse is scheduled to be built next year. On May 1, the U.S. General Services Administration website listed the existing James A. Redden U.S. Courthouse at 310 W.