Volunteers at the park got to work as they prepared to open the gates once again.
The park last operated in late October 2019, 21 months ago.
Four groups of volunteers help keep the park rolling along.
The volunteers at the Railroad Park in Medford spent their Saturday cleaning up the landscaping, getting trains ready, and maybe even most importantly, fix where weather and non-use adjusted the track.
Matthew Knauss is the president of the Southern Oregon Live Steamers group.
He said it took dedication and focus to make sure they didn’t derail during the pandemic.
“By not staying away from the park,” Knauss said. “A handful of us decided that we were going to keep going with the hope that we would get through this pandemic. We just dedicated ourselves to being down here, keep paying the bills,” he added.
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Located in the center of Oregon’s Rogue Valley, Medford is often referred to as “Heart of the Rogue.” With 200 days of annual sunshine and annual precipitation of 23 inches, the area is great for outdoor activities, wine tasting, and retirement living. Add in the culinary scene, with the “World’s Best Cheese” and “one of the top ten chocolatiers in America,” along with Harry & David’s flagship store, your appetite is well-looked after. Team all this with craft breweries, vineyards, tasting rooms, and a state-of-the-art performing center; you have many activities to enjoy.
To reach Medford, one can fly into Medford or, as we did, take Interstate 5 south 286 miles from Portland, Oregon. The drive is particularly scenic on the 60-mile stretch from Grants Pass to the Oregon/California Border. Medford is 30 miles north of the border.
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MEDFORD, Ore. – Medford Police said the suspected homicide happened near the Medford Railroad Park earlier Friday afternoon. Police do not have a suspect in custody, but they are actively searching the area.
Police told NBC5 News a man was shot and killed on the Greenway, near the Railroad Park, around 1 pm Friday. They believe he was homeless and possibly new to the area. No other information about the man who died has been released.
Police said it all happened in broad daylight and are questioning nearby homeless camps about the case.
The suspect or suspects got away either on foot or by bike.