
Damien Alvarado
Anchor/Reporter at KDRV-TV (Medford, OR)
Anchor/Reporter for @KDRV in Medford, OR. || @MurrowCollege Grad 23โ || La Puente, CA ๐๐ฝ || Email me news tips and more [email protected]
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6 days ago |
kdrv.com | Damien Alvarado
MEDFORD, Ore. โ Downtown Medford will come alive with color, creativity, and community spirit this weekend as Art in Bloom returns for its 20th anniversary after a four-year break. The popular springtime street festival takes place Saturday, May 10 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, May 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Lithia Commons and surrounding streets. This yearโs event marks a highly anticipated comeback.
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1 week ago |
kdrv.com | Damien Alvarado
OREGON. - Authorities are seeking information after a young elephant seal was stabbed on a beach in Neskowin. According to NOAA's Office of Law Enforcement, the attack happened on Sunday, March 16, between 8 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. near Proposal Rock Condominiums. The elephant seal pup survived but was left with multiple stab wounds. The Marine Mammal Stranding Team monitored and evaluated the animal before relocating it.
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1 week ago |
kdrv.com | Damien Alvarado
WHITE CITY, Ore. - Slayden Constructors, Inc. will lead major upgrades at the Regional Water Reclamation Facility in White City. The facility, managed by the City of Medford, serves several communities including Central Point and Eagle Point. According to the City of Medford, these upgrades are essential to comply with a new permit from the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality. The permit requires stricter limits on phosphorus and nitrogen discharge into the Rogue River.
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1 week ago |
kdrv.com | Damien Alvarado
MEDFORD, Ore. - A new Ace Hardware, named Hillcrest Hardware, broke ground on it's new facility. According to the owners, this will be their second location, following the long-standing Ashland Hardware. The new store will offer a wide range of products and services, including BBQ, lawn and garden supplies, plumbing, electrical items, and pool supplies, alongside services like small engine repair and lock rekeying.
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1 week ago |
kdrv.com | Damien Alvarado
MEDFORD, Ore - The Rogue Valley Transportation Department (RVTD) is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, marking five decades of service to the community. According to RVTD, community members are invited to share their favorite memories or shoutouts to bus drivers in the comments for a chance to win a gift card. Residents are encouraged to join the celebration from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Guy Wallman Mobility Training Center.
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