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Diane Megaw

Diane Megaw is a veteran regional journalist at Daily Tidings, reporting across Southern Oregon and statewide developments from a Medford area lens.
Her coverage spans business and the economy, housing and labor, public safety and courts, with a focus on what policy and legal decisions mean for local communities.
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Medford Pedestrian Hit-And-Run Teen Driver Arrested

Diane Megaw Dec 13, 2024

MEDFORD, Ore. — A teen driver has been arrested after an accident in downtown Medford on Wednesday in which a pedestrian was injured. Hit-And-Run In Medford Pedestrian Collision Riverside Avenue, Medford, reopened after a…

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Eugene Police DUII Enforcement Set To Run Until New Year’s Day

Diane Megaw Dec 12, 2024

EUGENE, Ore. — The Eugene Police Department issued a statement indicating that the DUII high-visibility enforcement campaign began on December 11 and will run through New Year's Day. The Oregon Impact DUII grant funds the Eugene initiative.…

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Medford’s Riverside Avenue Reopens After Pedestrian Accident

Diane Megaw Dec 12, 2024

MEDFORD, Ore. — A serious vehicle accident on Riverside Avenue led to the closure of the far-right lane of the road at 9th Street yesterday. The Medford Police Department (MPD) confirmed that the crash on Riverside Street involved a…

Business

Oregon Judge Blocks Kroger’s $24.6 Billion Albertsons Deal

Diane Megaw Dec 11, 2024

A court action brought by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) with the states of Oregon, Arizona, California, Illinois, Maryland, Nevada, New Mexico, Wyoming, and the District of Columbia against Kroger company and Albertsons companies…

Crime & Courts

Ashland Man Arrested: Multiple Shots Fired Leaving Woman Injured

Diane Megaw Dec 11, 2024

ASHLAND, Ore. — The Ashland Police Department (APD) responded to reports of a shooting incident at 5:49 p.m. on Monday evening, during which a woman was shot inside an apartment complex. Multiple shots were fired, and APD called for…

Crime & Courts

Shooter Arrested In Ashland: Victim Hospitalized

Diane Megaw Dec 10, 2024

UPDATE: Ashland Man Arrested: Multiple Shots Fired Leaving Woman Injured ASHLAND, Ore. — The Ashland Police Department (APD) responded to reports of multiple rounds being shot in Ashland yesterday. Man Arrested In Ashland…

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Funds Awarded To Medford’s Fire Station 15 For Construction

Diane Megaw Dec 10, 2024

MEDFORD, Ore. — The Medford City Council Approved Council Bill 2024-128 on Thursday, December 5, creating funds for the construction of Fire Station 15, which is currently in poor condition. Medford Fire Station 15 Awarded Fund…

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New Grants Pass Low Barrier Homeless Shelter Funding Approved

Diane Megaw Dec 9, 2024

GRANTS PASS, Ore. — A new low barrier homeless shelter that will help address homelessness has been approved for funding by the Grants Pass City Council. Although still in the planning phase, once operational, the Mobile Integrative…

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250 Free Tokens Available As Medford Downtown Dollars Program Launches

Diane Megaw Dec 8, 2024

MEDFORD, Ore. — A new initiative has been launched to support local businesses and encourage community engagement in downtown Medford. The Downtown Medford Association’s Downtown Dollars Program begins on December 7 at the Winter Lights…

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Rising Bird Flu Cases Lead To USDA Milk Supply Testing In 6 States, Including Oregon

Diane Megaw Dec 8, 2024

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a federal order requiring testing of the nation's milk supply. The order was issued as concerns over bird flu, first detected in a Texas cow in March, increased. USDA Orders Milk…

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