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šŸŒ± How will Medford finally deal with its dangerous abandoned Ramada Inn?

Medford, Oregon Patch AM: a 5 min read

Good day Medford! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ā˜•ļøļø

In today's newsletter:

  • How will Medford finally deal with its dangerous abandoned Ramada Inn?
  • Could Medfordā€™s main hospital face a nursesā€™ strike soon?
  • Thinking about a Portland-to-Medford drive? See one travelerā€™s exact route.

Also on today's calendar: FREE MUSIC + WINE SERIES FEATURING Canto Sol and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Partly sunny and hot, with a high of 92 and low of 51 degrees. šŸŒ¶ Hot!
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 89, low: 55.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and hot, with a high of 92 and low of 53 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

1. City of Medford assesses options for abandoned Ramada Inn property (kobi5.com) ā€” Medford officials are weighing emergency steps to secure the abandoned Ramada Inn, now a magnet for squatters, fires, and overdoses after being left in disrepair by its owner. City leaders are exploring hiring private security and even using eminent domain to take control of the property, aiming to reduce immediate safety risks for nearby residents.
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2. ONA holds community town hall in Medford (kobi5.com) ā€” Medford healthcare workers and community members are raising concerns as contract talks continue between the Oregon Nurses Association and Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center, where the nursesā€™ contract has already expired. At a Medford town hall, speakers criticized recent layoffs and service changes while Asante cited financial and regulatory pressures, with the possibility of mediation or even a strike if negotiations stall.
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3. Portland to Medford Road Trip: My Oregon Itinerary (gobackpacking.com) ā€” A recent traveler used Medford as the final base for a fiveā€‘day Oregon road trip, flying out of Rogue Valley Internationalā€‘Medford Airport and spending two days exploring nearby Rogue Valley wineries. Their experience highlights Medfordā€™s convenience for wine tasting, day trips to Jacksonville, and easy flight connections home, offering ideas if youā€™re planning your own Portlandā€‘toā€‘Medford drive.
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4. Latest Radio: Wheels Up! w/Bill Meyer 10/02/2026 (ericpetersautos.com) ā€” A new episode of the autoā€‘focused radio segment ā€œWheels Up! w/Bill Meyerā€ has dropped from KMED FM in Medford, touching on topics like disappearing dipsticks, data centers, and the 2026 Cadillac CT4. While the discussion isnā€™t strictly local news, Medford listeners may enjoy hearing a familiar local voice dig into car trends and technology.
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5. Kotek and Drazan Set for Televised Medford Debate After Feisty Eugene Opener (thesunpapers.com) ā€” Medford will host the only Southern Oregon gubernatorial debate, giving local voters a rare live look at Gov. Tina Kotek and challenger Christine Drazan. After a heated first debate in Eugene, the candidates will again clash over housing, taxes, data centers, and schools, with the Medford event offering residents a closer view of their sharply contrasting priorities.
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šŸ’¬ Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Next week I am going to visit my Mama.
    She asked me what I wanted to do while there. I told her I wanted her to teach me all of her ā€œsecretā€ recipes, gardening magic, and just talk. Atā€¦ (Nextdoor Griffin Creek/Dark Hollow)
  • My carpet was cleaner than it has ever been.
    They dry it and donā€™t leave it wet. Excellent work (Nextdoor Grandview)
  • Walmart posted a job opening for Entertainment Team Supervisor in Medford. Apply here.
  • Macy's posted a job opening for Seasonal Retail Sales Associate, Medford Rogue Valley in Medford. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Medford here.

Ok Medford! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What has a cap but no head?" ā€” A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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