Rogue Valley Pulse for 03/28/25
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 News
- Tragic Early Morning Crash Claims Life of White City Cyclist
A 45-year-old White City bicyclist, Matthew Davenport, was killed in a collision with a vehicle early Tuesday morning on Foothill Road in rural Central Point. According to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred around 4:44 a.m. near the intersection with Corey Road. Davenport was transported to a local hospital but pronounced dead at […]
- Ashland at a Fiscal Crossroads: City Services Face Potential Cuts
Ashland officials are preparing tough budget decisions as rising costs outpace limited revenue growth. City Manager Sabrina Cotta warns that essential services—including police, fire protection, and parks—may face reductions unless new funding solutions emerge. The city’s financial strain stems from Oregon’s 3% annual cap on property tax increases, implemented in the 1990s, which hasn’t kept […]
- Talent Transforms Former Asante Clinic into Community Hub with $1.5M Grant
The city of Talent is set to convert a former Asante medical building into a vital Community Resource Center after securing a $1.5 million federal grant. The facility at 49 Talent Avenue will house nonprofits like the Talent Food Project, Rogue Action Center, and Jackson County Long Term Recovery Group, providing essential services to residents […]
Community Spotlight
- Camelot Theatre
In town of Talent the Camelot Theatre stands as a cultural cornerstone of the Rogue Valley. What began in 1982 as Actors’ Theatre has blossomed into a celebrated performance venue drawing over 26,000 patrons annually. For two decades, Camelot operated from a converted feed store that seated just 104 people. In 2011, after an impressive […]
Featured Events
- Mar 28th 5:00 PM - 8:00 PMFriday Night Music with Gary Margason - Schmidt Family Vineyards, Grants Pass
Gary Margason is a Singer/ Songwriter from Southern Oregon, now living in Redding, CA. He’s playing solo acoustic as a one-man-band of sorts. Playing Originals and covers landing in Alt. Rock.A real treasure to see perform live!
- Mar 28th 5:00 PM - 7:00 PMShae & Jenni Live - Daisy Creek Vineyard, Jacksonville
Vocalists Shae Celine and Jennifer Abdo bring their seamless harmonies to Daisy Creek Vineyard. Known for blending jazz standards, pop covers, and original arrangements, the duo reimagines classics from Norah Jones to Adele with a fresh, acoustic twist. Celine, a seasoned performer with roots in Southern Oregon’s music scene, pairs with Abdo’s soulful vocals for […]
- Mar 29th 5:00 PM - 7:00 PMMarshall Thompson Duo - DANCIN Vineyards, Medford
Marshall Thompson—founding member of the legendary R&B group The Chi-Lites—brings his duo to DANCIN Vineyards. Known for hits like “Oh Girl” and “Have You Seen Her,” Thompson’s soulful harmonies defined 1970s soul. Now performing Americana and acoustic rock, he blends classic R&B with rootsy storytelling. The Chi-Lites earned a Hollywood Walk of Fame star in […]
- Mar 29th 4:00 PM - 6:00 PMDanielle Kelly Jazz Trio - Dos Mariposas Vineyards, Medford
Jazz vocalist Danielle Kelly brings her trio—featuring New Orleans-trained guitarist Paul Turnipseed and bassist Jeff Addicott—to Dos Mariposas Vineyards. A Sitka-born, Ashland-based artist, Kelly merges Motown influences with jazz sophistication, honed through her work with the Danielle Kelly Soul Project and her role as a Jefferson Public Radio host. Turnipseed, a Hurricane Katrina survivor, infuses […]
- Mar 30th 3:00 PM - 5:00 PMFrankie Hernandez Live Music Sunday - Del Rio Vineyards, Gold Hill
Frankie Hernandez—writer-producer turned soulful performer—brings his genre-blending set to Del Rio Vineyards. Known for weaving Latin rhythms, funk, and rock into his performances, Hernandez draws from his East LA roots and 25-year creative career. His lyrics often reflect personal reinvention, influenced by his time in Hollywood and late-life academic pursuits. The free show offers a […]