Rogue Valley Pulse - Local Podcast

Its the last weekend of June and its summertime in Rogue Valley. From the Peace Village Festival to the Rooster Crow Weekend you will find a great event. As usual there is also lots of great music. The featured music is from Terry Robb.Featured Events:Peace Village Festival 2025Rooster Crow Weekend FestivalTalent Artisans & Growers Evening MarketJeff Kloetzel at Pebblestone CellarsAnn Kelly & Mark Ross at Padigan WineryBen Rice & The PDX Hustle at Del Rio VineyardsAged to Perplexion at Bella Union SaloonShine On at Red Lily VineyardsBritt Festival Orchestra: Huynh Conducts Copland, Bartók & StravinskyShae & Jenni Live at Daisy Creek VineyardSimple Dreams: Fleetwood Mac, Journey & Heart TributePozitronics Live at Rellik WinerySiskiyou Music Project Presents: Marcos Silva Quintet Brazilian Jazz

The weather is a bit cooler and we might see some rain, but there are lots of good music and the solstice run happening this weekend. I will tell you about some of the best events and we will he music from our featured artist, Jeff Kloetzel this week on the Rogue Valley Pulse.Featured Events:Holly Gleason at Pebblestone CellarsTres Palomas Trio at Padigan WineryLiving on Dreams at South Stage CellarsMitchell Brothers at Bella Union SaloonKalb Conducts Beethoven & BrahmsUkulele Jam at Pebblestone CellarsThe Giantess at Naumes Suncrest WinerySunshine & Shade at Padigan WinerySummer Solstice RunJeff Kloetzel at Daisy Creek Vineyard

This Father's Day weekend is packed with events. There a Rogue Suspects tribute to Tina Turner, the Porchfest music festival, Savor Southern Oregon, a 1920's Garden Party, and some great local music. The music preview is from Salsa Brava with the song LLego El Momento.Featured Events:Salsa Brava Latin Dance MusicRogue Suspects Tina Turner Tribute ConcertSTEAM Social: Fire Works Indigenous KnowledgeAshland Folk Collective: Back to the ’80sArrival: ABBA TributeJurassic Park In ConcertFrankie Hernandez and Danger Kitty LivePorchfest Grants Pass Music FestivalSavor Southern Oregon Grand TastingAcorns & Ivy Garden Party FundraiserMedford CruiseMercy – Concert At The Rocks1920’s Garden PartyThe AMAZING Bubble Man Family ShowLin Conducts Rachmaninoff & Ravel

The weather is heating up and so are the events. From the First Friday Art Walk, Trivia night, Gold Dust Days, Zine Fest, Brews Blues and BBQ, and lots of great local music. Featured music this week is from the John Dough Boys.Featured Events:First Friday Art WalkTrivia Night at Local Vines Wine BarJared Gutridge at Daisy Creek VineyardJohn Dough Boys at RoxyAnn WinerySouthern Oregon Zine Fest 2025Gold Dust DaysBrews, Bluegrass & BBQ 2025 at RoxyAnn WineryJeff Kloetzel at Dos Mariposas VineyardsThe Rogue Hot Club at Belle Fiore

It will be another perfect weekend for going to some of these featured events in the Rogue Valley. Music from Mike Brons, Chasing Keridwyn, the Shabby Guys,Sonida Alegre Flamenco Ensemble, Ann Kelly, J Brothers, and Jim Quinby. For the wine enthusiasts there is the Rogue Valley Wine Walk. All these events and a music preview is from Ann Kelly this week on the Rogue Valley Pulse.Featured Events:Mike Brons Acoustic SessionChasing Keridwyn Bluegrass NightThe Shabby Guys: Pop/Blues QuartetRogue Valley Wine WalkSonido Alegre Flamenco EnsembleAnn Kelly & Mark Ross DuoJ Brothers Acoustic FolkJim Quinby Acoustic Storytelling

This week, the weather will be perfect for getting out and checking out some of these top events this week in the Rogue Valley. Boatnik 2025 in Grants Pass and music from the Rogue Suspects, Saucy, Frankie Hernandez, Shine On, Danielle Kelly, and Cath Bolton. These events and a music preview is from Frankie Hernandez this week on the Rogue Valley Pulse.Featured Events:Boatnik 2025Rogue Suspects Bonnie Raitt Tribute at Del Rio VineyardsSaucy at RoxyAnn WineryFrankie Hernandez Band at Walkabout BrewingShine On Big Band at Dunbar FarmsDanielle Kelly Soul Project at South Stage CellarsCathy Bolton at Pebblestone Cellars

This week, we’re just featuring some of the best events happening this weekend in the Rogue Valley. spotlighting Rogue Comic Con, the Polish Festival, live music from Giantess and Borderline Music, the Bicycle Film Festival, Wild Rogue Pro Rodeo, classic rock with Shakedown, and a dance party with Rock N’ Ebnother. The music preview is from Giantess.Featured Events:Giantess: Blues Rock TrioBicycle Film FestivalWild Rogue Pro RodeoRogue Comic ConPolish FestivalBorderline Music: Gypsy JazzRock N’ Ebnother: Dance Party

In the news Ashland is preparing for the wildfire season, and the Southern Oregon Land conservancy secures the Bear Creek Preserve. The community spotlight this week is the Southern Oregon Land Conservancy. Weekend events include multiple city wide garage sales, Art in Bloom returns to Medford, Latin dancing, and some local music. The music preview […]Rogue Valley NewsAshland’s Wildfire Readiness PlansSouthern Oregon Land Conservancy secures the Bear Gulch PreserveCommunity SpotlightSouthern Oregon Land ConservancyFeatured Events:Citywide Garage SalesCharlee Prayers & the Double DaresLatin Dancing at Paschal WineryArt in Bloom Festival

In the news Medford's wastewater overhaul, toxic blooms at Emigrant lake, and cuts coming to Ashland's parks. The community spotlight this week is the Jackson County Master Gardeners Association. Weekend events include the first Friday Art Walk, Barnstormers Spring Market, Spring Garden Fair. The music preview is from Adam Gabriel.Rogue Valley NewsMedford Approves $300 Million Wastewater Plant OverhaulEmigrant Lake Faces Health Advisory After Toxic Algae BloomAshland Parks & Rec Faces Deep Cuts Amid Budget CrisisCommunity SpotlightJackson County Master Gardener AssociationFeatured Events:First Friday Art WalkBarnstormer’s Spring MarketSpring Garden Fair at The ExpoAdam Gabriel and the Cavaliers at Remotion WinesJen Ambrose & Mystics Trio

This week on Rogue Valley Pulse, we’re diving into big changes for southern Oregon. The state senate has repealed wildfire hazard maps—what does that mean for our communities? Plus, timber revenues are flowing back into Jackson and Josephine counties, promising a boost for local projects. In our community spotlight, we take you behind the curtain at Ashland’s iconic Oregon Cabaret Theatre. Looking for weekend plans? We’ve got you covered with the Talent Art Walk, Medford Rod and Custom Show, the Oregon Cheese Festival, and the Rogue Valley Bike Swap. And don’t miss a toe-tapping music preview from the Fretdrifters, live at RoxyWinery this Friday. All that and more, coming up on this week’s Rogue Valley Pulse!Rogue Valley NewsOregon Senate Unanimously Votes to Repeal Wildfire Hazard MapTimber Revenue Boosts Western Oregon CountiesCommunity SpotlightOregon Cabaret TheatreFeatured Events:Fourth Friday Talent Art WalkThe Fretdrifters at RoxyAnn WineryMedford Rod & Custom ShowRogue Valley Bike SwapOregon Cheese Festival

In the news Ashland is launching their wildfire resiliency workshops, Medford has a proposal to bring a $90 million stadium to downtown Medford and Asante hospital faces a new wave of lawsuits. The community spotlight this week is the Rogue Valley Growers Market Weekend events include Phoenix Earth Day, IndyCon, and music from Upwind Groovers and High Step Society. The music preview is from High Step Society.Rogue Valley NewsAshland Launches Wildfire Resiliency Workshops as Southern Oregon Prepares for Fire SeasonMedford Hospital Faces Wave of Lawsuits Over Nurse’s Alleged Drug TamperingEugene Emeralds Pitch $90 Million Stadium Plan to MedfordCommunity SpotlightRogue Valley Growers MarketFeatured Events:IndyCon – Independent Media ConventionPhoenix Earth Day CelebrationUpwind Groovers – Country/Folk at the FarmHigh Step Society – Electro Swing Dance Party

In the news I have details on Emigrant Lake’s upgrades and a cyberattack shuts down DEQ facilities in Oregon. The community spotlight this week is the Ashland Independent Film Festival. This weekend’s events include the Pear Blossom Festival, and music from the Giantess Duo, Connor Resse, and Pink Martini. The music preview is from The Giantess Duo. https://www.thegiantessband.com/the-music I will have your weekend weather. This week on the rogue valley pulse.Rogue Valley NewsEmigrant Lake Gears Up for Summer with New UpgradesOregon Drivers Face Delays as Cyber Attack Shuts Down Emissions TestingCommunity SpotlightAshland Independent Film FestivalFeatured Events:72nd annual Pear Blossom FestivalThe Giantess Duo at Suncrest WineryConnor Reese at Dunbar FarmsPink Martini featuring China Forbes

This week in the news: information on Medford’s Main Street revamp, details on Jackson County’s $660 million budget, and Ashland’s new fuel fees for new homes. The community spotlight is the Pear Blossom Festival. This weekend’s events include the NW Percussion festival, a wine and chocolate pairing and some good local music. The music preview is from Chasing Keridwyn that will be playing this Saturday at Dunbar Farms.Rogue Valley NewsMedford’s Main Street RevampJackson County Unveils $660M Budget with Major Capital InvestmentsFossil Fuel Fees for New HomesCommunity SpotlightMedford’s Pear Blossom FestivalFeatured Events:First Friday Art WalkNW Percussion FestivalWine & Chocolate Pairing ExperienceChasing Keridwyn at Dunbar FarmsJim Quinby at The Wild Goose

The week I have tragic news on a fatal cyclists crash, Ashland's financial crisis, and Talent's new community hub. The community spotlight is the Camelot theatre in Talent. I have weekend events from the Danielle Kelly Trio, Marshal Thomson duo, Frankie Hernandez, and more. Music from Frankie Hernandez will close us out this week on the Rogue Valley Pulse.Rogue Valley NewsTragic Early Morning Crash Claims Life of White City CyclistAshland at a Fiscal Crossroads: City Services Face Potential CutsTalent Transforms Former Asante Clinic into Community Hub with $1.5M GrantCommunity SpotlightCamelot TheatreFeatured Events:Friday Night Music with Gary MargasonShae & Jenni LiveMarshall Thompson DuoDanielle Kelly Jazz TrioFrankie Hernandez Live Music Sunday

In the news I have details on the aftermath of the historic flooding, the closing of Johnny B’s after 25 years, Medford’s transformation plans for Jackson park, and Mt Ashland’s extending of the ski season. The community spotlight is the Britt Festival. I have some excellent events across the region from the Home and garden show to live music across the region. With the weekend weather and music from Actual Wolf.Rogue Valley NewsRogue Valley Communities Battle Aftermath of Historic FloodingEnd of an Era: Johnny B’s Shuts Down After 25-Year Run in MedfordMedford’s Jackson Park Set for Major Transformation with $2.3 Million RenovationMount Ashland Extends Ski SeasonCommunity SpotlightBritt Festival: A Legacy of SoundFeatured Events:Third Friday Medford Art Walk Returns with Diverse Offerings43rd Annual Southern Oregon Home & Garden ShowSteve Hopkins at South Stage CellarsLonno Rampa at Walkabout Brewing Co.Southern Oregon Repertory Singers: “Charm Me Asleep”

Today in the news I have more updates on the North Medford gym collapse, a proposal to name a new creek in Phoenix, and Jeff Merkey’s town halls in the Rogue Valley. The community spotlight is the Southern Oregon Historic Society. The community spotlight is the Southern Oregon Historic Society. There are lots of events […]Rogue Valley NewsNorth Medford High School Gym Demolition Underway Following February Roof CollapsePhoenix Group Seeks Recognition for Creek Revealed by WildfireSenator Merkley Town Hall in the Rogue ValleyCommunity SpotlightSouthern Oregon Historical SocietyFeatured Events:Circus of Horror Comes to Grants Pass2nd Annual Community Crab CrackJim Belushi and The Sacred HeartsSt. Patrick’s Day Party at Area 61 TaphouseAaron Reed Brings Folk Artistry to Del Rio Vineyards This Sunday

Today in the news I have some details on Britt's 2025 summery lineup announcement, federal plans to sell the multiple buildings in Medford, and the growth housing market in Jackson county. The community spotlight is the Rogue Valley Symphony. For the weekend events I have the First Friday art walk, the Chocolate Festival, Children's Day at the Crater Rock Museum, Jackson County flea market, and music by the Allison Shull & Victor Martin.Rogue Valley NewsBritt Festival Announces 2025 Summer LineupFederal Government Plans to Sell Medford’s James A. Redden U.S. CourthouseJackson County Housing Market Showing GrowthCommunity SpotlightRogue Valley SymphonyFeatured Events:First Friday Art WalkOregon Chocolate FestivalCrater Rock Museum Kids DayJackson County Flea MarketAllison Shull & Victor Martin

Today in the news I have more updates on the gym roof collapse, also updates on the nurses strike, details on a recent study showing we live in the most smoke impacted region in the nation, and a proposal to revitalize the Bear Creek Greenway. The community spotlight is Science Works in Ashland. For events we have Monster Trucks, Diva day at Mt Ashland, and some good local music. All this and your weekend weather on the Rogue Valley Pulse.Rogue Valley NewsFast-Tracks Emergency Gym Repairs After CollapseProvidence Nurses End Six Week StrikeSouthern Oregon Tops Nation in Wildfire SmokeProposal to Revitalize the Bear Creek GreenwayCommunity SpotlightScienceWorks Hands-On MuseumFeatured Events:Monster Truck Nitro TourDiva Day at Mt. AshlandDanielle KellyRally for Reed

Today in the news I have updates on the gym roof collapse, bitcoin scams, and opportunities in eggs. The community spotlight is the classic Holly Theatre opening soon in Medford. For events we have Outdoor Recreation Show at the expo and some good local music. All this and your weekend weather on the Rogue Valley Pulse.Rogue Valley NewsUpdate North Medford High’s Gym Roof CollapseJosephine County Authorities Warn Residents About Bitcoin Scam TacticsLocal Farmer Offers Alternative Amid Egg ShortagesCommunity SpotlightHistoric Holly TheatreFeatured Events:Sportsman’s and Outdoor Recreation ShowThe RoadstersThe Brisbane ProjectBanjerDan at Remotion Wine

Kick off the weekend with the latest Rogue Valley news, events, community spotlight, and the weekend weather.Rogue Valley NewsSnow Collapses North Medford High Gym Roof, Forcing Campus ClosureSouthern Oregon Nurses Stand Firm: Providence Medford Rejects Contract OfferSouthern Oregon Senator Proposes Changes to Controversial Wildfire MapJoann Closures Hit Grants Pass and Klamath FallsFeatured Events:Latin Dance NightYear of the SnakeBavarian NightRogue Suspects TrioAaron Reed

Kick off the weekend with the latest Rogue Valley news, events, community spotlight, and the weekend weather.Rogue Valley NewsWinter Weather Disrupts Rogue Valley Sanitation ServicesMedford Airport Resumes Normal Operations After Winter Storm DisruptionsOregon Nurses Strike Nears End After Tentative Agreement with ProvidenceCommunity SpotlightThe PhooderyFeatured Events:First Friday Art WalkS.O Roller Derby — Krakens vs. RavensJ Brothers QuartetSuper Bowl – Where to Watch