Saturday, November 30, 2013

Words From Webster Today 10 New Posts

Words From Webster Today 10 New Posts


Medford Oregon | KOBI-TV NBC5 / KOTI-TV NBC2

Posted: 30 Nov 2013 06:06 AM PST

Medford Oregon | KOBI-TV NBC5 / KOTI-TV NBC2


Thanksgivukkah: A Rare Occassion

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 10:41 PM PST

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Roma Villavicencio
ASHLAND, OR

Lighting the menorah is an annual Jewish tradition for our NBC 5 Natalie Hurd and her family.

"The story of Hanukkah is the story of liberation it's the story of a minority religion fighting and succeeding in religious freedom," says Rabbi David Zaslow.
 
But this year the celebration is a bit different it is Thanksgivukkah that is a combination of Thanksgiving and Hannukkah.   

Rabbi David Zaslow says the combination of the Jewish holiday and thanksgiving landing on the same exact day is extremely rare

"They say it wont happen again for 75,000 years."

And for that reason Natalie's mom Leslie Levy says she decided to bring some new flavors to this Thanksgivakkuh.      

"What I picked is brining my turkey in manishavits wine which I did and they said don't be surprised if it turns the turkey purple which it did but the turkey came out delicious."   

With Thanksgiving in full swing and still keeping all the traditions of Hanukkah alive like lighting a candle on the menorah for the eight nights of the holiday and then opening gifts after. Levy says there's still more work ahead  for the next six days.

"The idea now of grading all those potatoes to make the latkes it just seems like a lot of work but we're going to have fun."

A special day for this family but also a special moment in history, one we wont see again in this lifetime. With that in mind Rabbi David sends this message.
 

"On behalf of the whole Jewish community of Southern Oregon I wish all our friends people of every faith a wonderful Hanukkah a wonderful festival of lights and a wonderful thanksgiving."
  

Klamath Falls Oregon Herald and News Sports

Posted: 30 Nov 2013 06:06 AM PST

Klamath Falls Oregon Herald and News Sports


Schwartzel, Madsen share lead at Alfred Dunhill

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 08:44 AM PST

Charl Schwartzel and Morten Orum Madsen share the lead after two rounds at the European Tour's Alfred Dunhill Championship.

With knee progressing, Vonn gets in training runs

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 08:36 AM PST

Lindsey Vonn is on the mend and says she might even race in Canada next week.

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How to not miss a second of the Super Bowl

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 08:15 AM PST

Whether you're on a beer run, a bathroom break or just can't find a good seat at a packed party, there will be ways to keep tabs on the upcoming Super Bowl.

Police to talk to crane operator at Brazil stadium

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 07:15 AM PST

Brazilian police plan to talk Friday to the operator of the crane that collapsed this week and killed two workers at a stadium set to host the 2014 World Cup soccer tournament opener. Police said they

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Ravens enhance playoff hopes by beating Steelers

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 12:57 AM PST

For all of their shortcomings this season, the Baltimore Ravens are right in the middle of the playoff hunt.

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Romo, Cowboys top Raiders 31-24 after slow start

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 12:31 AM PST

Tony Romo had a virus, and his offense was looking a little pale too.

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Women's hoop teams lure fans with bacon, beer

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 12:27 AM PST

A little thirsty? No time for breakfast? Need a ticket to the big game?

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Touchdown highlights recovery

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 12:00 AM PST

LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) — Just three months after Kenbriel Hearn emerged from a coma, the 18-year-old football star scored the most memorable touchdown of his life.

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Class 4A All-State soccer picks

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 12:00 AM PST

Class 4A All-State soccer teams were announced Wednesday, and four local athletes earned the distinction of either first- or second-team status.

Rivalry runs deep

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 12:00 AM PST

EUGENE (AP) — Oregon state coach Mike Riley and Oregon coach Mark Helfrich don't need to be schooled about the significance of the Civil War to the state.

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Phoenix Suns snap Blazers winning streak

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 12:00 AM PST

PHOENIX (AP) — The good news for the Portland Trail Blazers is they only face Goran Dragic and the Phoenix Suns one more time — and that's not until spring.

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Cowboys outrun, outscore Raiders

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 12:00 AM PST

ARLINGTON, Texas — Tony Romo was sick, and it wasn't because he had just watched the Oakland Raiders return a fumble for a touchdown on the opening kickoff.

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McDermott scores 27 as No. 20 Creighton beats ASU

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 11:28 PM PST

Arizona State has seen enough of Creighton's Doug McDermott.

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Sports-related books possibly Christmas-gift worthy

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 11:07 PM PST

Reading is fun. Reading is fundamental. Reading is … well … the great respite.

Your Top Plays for Today

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 11:02 PM PST

Your Top Plays for Today: AP's Sports Guide

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McDermott scores 27 as No. 20 Creighton beats ASU

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 10:33 PM PST

Doug McDermott scored 27 points, Devin Brooks added 23 and No. 20 Creighton beat Arizona State 88-60 on Thursday night in the opening round of the Wooden Legacy.

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Nevada routed 105-84 by No. 19 UCLA in Las Vegas

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 10:08 PM PST

Nevada tied a season high with 16 turnovers and gave up more than 100 points for the first time in almost four years.

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Steelers fail on 2-pointer, fall to Ravens 22-20

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 10:04 PM PST

Ben Roethlisberger draped his right arm around Emmanuel Sanders after the receiver emerged from the showers in the locker room, the quarterback accepting the blame for a failed 2-point conversion that

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Ravens hold on for 22-20 win over Steelers

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 09:52 PM PST

A game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens usually features hard hits, flying helmets and a pivotal play in the final minutes.

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Xavier loses to No. 23 Iowa, 77-74 in OT

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 09:23 PM PST

This one stung, and it should have, because the sheer premise of it all makes very little sense.

Mississippi St tops Mississippi 17-10 in overtime

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 08:48 PM PST

Dak Prescott rushed for a 3-yard touchdown in overtime to lead Mississippi State past Mississippi 17-10 in the Egg Bowl on Thursday night.

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Bryzgalov shuts out Predators as Oilers win 3-0

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 08:47 PM PST

Ilya Bryzgalov is feeling comfortable and very welcome in the Edmonton Oilers' locker room, and the 33-year-old goaltender just proved he still knows how to shut opponents down.

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Daniel Sedin nets 300th, Canucks beat Senators 5-2

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 08:06 PM PST

Daniel Sedin scored his 300th career goal and added an assist to help the Vancouver Canucks defeat the Ottawa Senators 5-2 on Thursday night.

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Ravens up 16-7 over Steelers after 3rd quarter

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 07:49 PM PST

Justin Tucker kicked two more field goals in the third quarter, and Ben Roethlisberger brought to life a slumbering offense with a lightning-quick drive, leaving the Baltimore Ravens with a 16-7 lead

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Siskiyou Daily News Sports

Posted: 30 Nov 2013 06:06 AM PST

Siskiyou Daily News Sports


Benefit dinner for Mariya Whittaker in Etna on Monday

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 12:49 AM PST

The Mariya Whittaker benefit spaghetti dinner will be held at Etna High School on Monday.
All proceeds will go to the Mariya Whittaker Fund. Mariya is a junior student athlete at Etna High who is currently receiving chemo/radiation treatments at UC Davis.
She was diagnosed in September and her treatments have begun after undergoing surgery.
Dinner will be served from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the cafeteria. Tickets are $10.

Football feasts: Thanksgiving memories courtesy of the NFL

Posted: 27 Nov 2013 09:05 PM PST

ARLINGTON, Texas — The NFL played six games on Thanksgiving in 1920. The holiday tradition apparently didn't settle in until 1934, the year the Detroit Lions were born. Back then, the Lions were just looking for a way to take some attention from the Detroit Tigers, who were so popular that new football owner George A. Richards thought he needed a diversion even though it was baseball's offseason.

Redding California Record Searchlight News

Posted: 30 Nov 2013 06:06 AM PST

Redding California Record Searchlight News


Thousands run in 28th annual Turkey Trot

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 06:00 PM PST

Thousands spent part of their Thanksgiving running in Shasta Regional Medical Center's 28th Annual Turkey Trot in Redding Thursday morning.

Friday's holiday closures

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 04:00 AM PST

Here's a list of what's open and closed today

North State in Brief: Nov. 29, 2013

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 10:00 PM PST

A roundup of North State news in brief.

Today in History: Nov. 29, 2013

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 10:00 PM PST

In 1913: A state highway engineer had been working on a highway route just south of Sisson, making a few changes. As the highway was previously routed, it would run directly through the barn of Wood & Sheldon and through the residence of Charles Flood. Those and a few other slight changes have been made.

Shasta Lake residents fear closure of Summit City and Project City postal branches

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 06:00 PM PST

Margo Siebers is heading up a petition drive to get postal officials to reconsider closing the Summit City branch in Shasta Lake.

North State residents stuff 5,842 boxes for children in need

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 06:00 PM PST

Nearly 6,000 boxes of gifts will be distributed to needy children throughout the world thanks to North State residents who pitched in with the Operation Christmas Child program this year.

Grilla Bites serves food and dignity to poor and homeless for Thanksgiving

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 06:00 PM PST

Hundreds of poor and homeless people were treated to a Thanksgiving feast at Grilla Bites in downtown Redding Thursday.

Redding police chief looks for more storage space at new station

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 06:00 PM PST

A proposal for Redding’s new police station remains on track for January bidding with some slight modifications to the facility emerging in the past month.

KDRV

Posted: 30 Nov 2013 06:06 AM PST

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Sunny & Quiet for Black Friday

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 07:55 AM PST

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WEATHER DISCUSSION

The weather pattern remains consistent with the past several days, dry and quiet. An air stagnation advisory is in effect through Saturday at noon due to the strong inversions building in the overnight hours and the lack of mixing.

Beginning Sunday, an arctic air mass will begin to push into the Northwest from the Gulf of Alaska. This will bring a quick drop in snow levels for early next week. The computer models the past several days have been pretty inconsistent with the timing of this system's arrival but it seems as though showers in Southern Oregon will not begin until late Sunday, and this will be mainly for areas west of the Cascades.

At the Coast, showers will begin earlier on Sunday – probably in the afternoon. Many locations, especially the higher elevations, will be making a change over from rain to snow on Monday with widespread shower activity and lowering snow levels.

I suspect by late afternoon and early evening, the passes will begin seeing impacts from the winter weather. By Tuesday morning, snow levels will be down to the Valley floor. Showers will begin winding down at this point, but isolated showers will likely bring snowflakes to the Rogue Valley.

Those traveling back into Southern Oregon from Portland or Seattle on Sunday should keep a very close eye on the forecast. The arrival of the cold air and lowering snow levels will be much sooner the further north you are. They should stay between 6,000' and 7,000' Sunday across Southern Oregon.

 

Meteorologist Alyssa Caroprese

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Fire Nearly Destroys Home on Holiday

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 12:04 AM PST

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MEDFORD, Ore. — For one family this Thanksgiving, they could only watch as their home went up in flames late Thursday night.

Medford Fire Battalion Chief Erin Sawall said, “Most of the house is unlivable at this time.” Several nearby residents were forced to evacuate their homes around midnight when the house on the 3000 block of Mallard lane caught fire, leaving that family without a place to sleep on Thanksgiving.

The homeowners said they heard several popping sounds before seeing smoke and flames. When they saw flames inside their bathroom, they immediately evacuated with their two children and pet.

We spoke with neighbors who witnessed the incident, “It’s sad, it’s sad. It’s Thanksgiving, supposed to be a happy time of the year, you know?”

Multiple crew members with Medford Fire and Fire District Three fought to put the fire out. “Initially, crews did what’s called a defensive attack,” said Medford Fire Chief Sawall. But, crews were eventually forced to pullback out of the home. “They started protecting the exposure, but then when the roof started coming in, we pulled all of our firefighters out.”

The cause of the fire is unknown at this time, but those pops heard by the homeowners right before the fire started, were even heard by neighbors nearby. “Obviously, they’re pretty loud because our house is down the street away’s, it didn’t sound like a firecracker really,” said one neighbor. “It was almost, if you were to take, like if you heard like wood planks drop real hard and land on wood.”

Investigators cannot confirm yet what those sounds could have been, or if it had anything to do with the cause of the fire. But Medford Fire Chief Sawall said they will continue to investigate the cause, “To where the fire was, the origin area, and we’ll work our way from that.”

As crews continue their investigation today, recovery after losing their home to a fire will be difficult for one family.

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Avoiding Theft on Black Friday

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 05:21 PM PST

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MEDFORD, Ore. — The risk for theft is high this time of the year. If you’re venturing out to shop or just parking your vehicle somewhere, police have a few tips for you.

Hide anything you buy or anything in your car that’s valuable. Cover it in your car or immediately take it home. Don’t leave items out for potential thieves to see. Police say purses and wallets are especially attractive to thieves when left unattended in cars and shopping carts. Also when you’re parking, keep vehicles in well-lit areas.

"Maybe just take credit cards, your I.D. and your checkbook or whatever you need and keep that in your pockets. In your front pockets preferably because anytime you have a purse you’re opening yourself up to having it be stolen off the person, out of the shopping cart, out of the car," said Medford Police Lt. Mike Budreau.

Among holiday thieves there are also holiday scams. A popular scam is “dummy websites” that appear identical to your favorite store sites. You can detect these websites if you don’t see a customer service number or the website has a different name than the posted name. Also never use a debit card when buying anything. Use cash, check or a credit card.

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Some Thankful to Work on Thanksgiving

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 05:15 PM PST

working on thanksgivingMEDFORD, Ore. — If someone is missing from the table at your Thanksgiving dinner, you’re not alone.

Many families are celebrating without a police officer, or a firefighter, or someone in the food industry who is on the job Thursday night. NewsWatch12 talked to local workers who don’t necessarily want to spend the time away from home, but want to cash in on holiday pay.

Marie Callendar’s in Medford is one restaurant open on the Thanksgiving holiday. It’s all hands on deck as all employees and even some volunteers pitch in, helping to cook and serve food and prepare takeout orders.

Thanksgiving is one of the busiest times of the year for the food chain. The local manager says it takes them nearly a month to prepare for today. He’s worked almost 80 hours just this week.

"You get a little disheartened from it a little bit because it is Thanksgiving Day, but then again when you come in and you see the people that don’t have family coming into the area, or even people who are eating by their self that day, It just feels better that you are able to take care of their needs and take care of them that day, and that’s what it is all about," said Robert Baxter, the Assistant Manager at Marie Calendars.

Employees also say they do not mind working the holiday because of the extra pay, and many say they will get the chance to see their family at some point throughout the day.

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Gospel Mission Holds Thanksgiving Feast

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 05:02 PM PST

gospel missionGRANTS PASS, Ore. — While many people are still enjoying their Thanksgiving meals, volunteers in Grants Pass are making sure no one goes without food this holiday. More than 75 volunteers at the Gospel Mission cooked and served the Thanksgiving dinner.

Preparations for the dinner took more than a week, and volunteers came out early Thursday morning to help set up and prepare the home-made meal. Hot turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing and cranberry sauce were all packed high onto plates.

"It’s really even more than I could ever imagine you know to be warm and our beds are clean, our beds our showers, to sit here and eat like this…it's a feast," says Gospel Mission resident Michael Powell.

This year the group wanted to get people together from different walks of life, the theme was “Meet Your Homeless Neighbor". Some said it felt like one big happy family.

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A Quiet Next Few Days

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 04:59 PM PST

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WEATHER DISCUSSION

We will have quiet weather in place through Saturday with a mix of sun and clouds and slightly warmer morning lows then the last few weeks. As we head into Sunday and early next week a very cold arctic airmass is going to settle over the Pacific Northwest which is going to not only bring drastically colder temperatures but also much lower snow levels. While the timing and amount of snowfall is uncertain at this time, the potential for Cascade pass travel impacts through the day on Monday are likely.

Rain will arrive Sunday, mainly in the evening as weather models are now holding off on dropping this system south; though if you are traveling south from Washington or Northern Oregon you will see the impacts earlier on Sunday and should be prepared for winter driving conditions. Snow levels Sunday will remain high around 6,000 feet so only expecting travel problems around Crater Lake for southern Oregon. Snow levels plummet to 2,000 feet Monday morning and will impact the high Cascade Passes (Diamond Lake and Lake of the Woods) with snow covered and slick roads. Through the day Monday snow levels will continue to drop to the valley floor by Tuesday.

While the heaviest precipitation looks to fall during the day Monday, we could see our first snow showers of the season for the valley locations on Tuesday. And for those traveling home Monday over Siskiyou and Sexton Summits, you may run into snow and ice at times and should be prepared. Check road conditions before heading out next week and be prepared for winter driving conditions. All areas, especially the east side, should also be ready for brutally cold temperatures next week with highs dipping to the 20s on the east side and 30s for west side valleys.

I hope you all have a very Happy Thanksgiving and I am so thankful for all of our loyal viewers. Have a great evening and drive safe for Black Friday and next week!

Meteorologist Megan Parry

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8th Annual Turkey Trot

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 04:57 PM PST

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MEDFORD, Ore. — Avid runners didn’t take a day off in preparation for the big holiday meal. Dozens jogged in the 8th Annual Southern Oregon Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day.

The Turkey Trot got started at the Rogue Rock Gym in Medford. Joggers chose from three different courses at this year’s event. The 100 yard turkey dash started at 7:45 a.m., the 8-mile course started at 8 a.m. and the 2-mile version was at 8:30 a.m.

People we spoke with say this is a great way to start off Thanksgiving Day the healthy way.

"The excitement of turkey day, we love Thanksgiving and this is a great way to start off our Thanksgiving feast so we can pig out and have fun later," said runner Lori Deboer.

Prizes were given throughout the race. Proceeds from the event are going to the ACCESS Food Share program.

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Traffic Crash on Thanksgiving Day

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 01:27 PM PST

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NEAR TALENT, Ore. — Police are looking for a hit and run suspect after the driver rammed a Yreka family off the road, causing a rollover crash.

Police say a white van rear-ended a maroon Subaru on I-5 on Thursday afternoon, leaving an imprint on the back of that car that could get the driver caught.

A Yreka man and his 80-year-old mother were headed to Rogue River for Thanksgiving. Just after 12:30 p.m., at exit 21 near Talent on I-5, another driver also heading north hit the Subaru, driving at least 80 miles per hour.

Oregon State Police say that impact pushed the Subaru into the median, rolling over several times. Police say both passengers were able to walk away from the crash unharmed because they were both wearing seat belts.

The driver of the white van drove away without stopping. Officers say it's either a ford Winstar or a Dodge Caravan. Its license plate stamped the back of the car. Police cut off the bumper of the Subaru with the imprint.

Officers think it’s a California plate with the last three digits of 5 1 0. It will have some front end damage. Contact OSP with any information.

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Out & About: Post-Thanksgiving Events!

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 11:55 AM PST

Out & AboutMEDFORD, Ore. — From light festivals to visits with Santa…this weekend, the Christmas festivities are kicking off.

Join Santa as he visits Ashland to flip the switch for the Festival of Light. This celebration of the season includes a parade, the lighting of thousands of twinkling lights throughout Ashland, visits with Santa and special deals and treats throughout town. The Festival of Lights is this Friday at 5:00 p.m. in downtown Ashland.

Medford the Winter Lights Festival will be held for the first time at Pear Blossom Park enjoy a visit from Santa, with a chance for photos, the Christmas Tree Lighting, prizes for the kids and live performances…there is even a candy cane hunt.

Hope Equestrian’s Second Annual Wine, Dine and Shop is this weekend. Voorhies Mansion will host 30 local vendors and the wine and food will be served by Eden Vale Winery. You wine, dine, and shop Friday from 11 a.m. TO 4:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10 to 4:00. There is a $5.00 cover charge which will benefit Hope Equestrian.

All aboard for the Annual Railroad Show! Get your fix of tracks and trains at the Medford Armory this weekend. The event sponsored by the Rogue Valley Model Railroad Club features operating model trains of all sizes and historic railroad artifacts, workshops and seminars. There are lots of raffle prizes, too!

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Law Enforcement Warn of Holiday Scams

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 10:46 AM PST

scam 2MEDFORD, Ore. — For many, the holidays are all about giving, but for some, they can be about taking. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is offering some warnings for the most common scams it sees during the holiday season.

One is called the “green dot scam”, although depending on your location, the color of “the dot” can change. Victims get a telephone call, demanding money to avoid arrest. The victim is told to send the money by purchasing a “green dot” card at a store.

Once the card is established, the scammer gets those numbers and takes off with the money. A recent victim lost nearly a thousand dollars.

“Ask for proof. It’s not uncommon for banks to hear that from people so that if your bank is calling for you tell them you’d like to know, 'How do I know it’s you? What can you prove to me?' So it’s not normal for someone to call and start asking personal information," said Andrea Carlson with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office.

Also, for online shopping, look out for “dummy sites” that appear identical to your favorite store sites. You can detect a dummy if you don’t see customer service numbers, if the website address is different from the site’s posted name, or if it has poor grammar or spelling.

Credit cards are widely believed to be safer than debit cards against fraudulent purchase online. If you are shopping with plastic in a store – make sure you swipe your own card or watch the clerk as they swipe your card to make sure it’s not swiped in a secondary machine.

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KTVL Top Stories

Posted: 30 Nov 2013 06:06 AM PST

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Second alarm fire destroys holiday hopes

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By Molly Trotter/KTVL.COM

MEDFORD, Ore. --   Late Thursday night Medford Fire & Rescue and Jackson County Fire District three responded to a second alarm fire off Mallard Lane in Medford.

Crews arrived on scene around 11:45 p.m. and immediately upgraded the structure fire to a second alarm, bringing in a total of six engines and two battalion chiefs to the scene. ...

Turkey day traditions

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By Molly Trotter/KTVL.COM

MEDFORD, Ore. -- While most families are finishing up cooking in the kitchen , others kick the soccer ball around before they sit down to eat.

The Peters, Crawford and Beber family say they look forward to this time of year to keep up with their thanksgiving traditions. ...

Thanksgiving dinner for everyone

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BY Molly Trotter/KTVL.COM

MEDFORD, Ore. -- Several places around the Rogue Valley offered a free thanksgiving meal for families in need today.

At Cafe Dejeuner in Medford anyone who wanted a hot meal and some company was invited in.

Many of the volunteers at the caf say they look forward to serving every thanksgiving as a way to give back to others in the community. ...

Free pies help bring in blood donations

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By Molly Trotter/KTVL.COM

MEDFORD, Ore. -- Blood donor participation is up this year for the Thanksgiving day blood drive at the Red Cross.

Starting at 8 o'clock this morning the parking lot was packed and waiting chair were filled as many came to donate before spending time with their families. ...

Redding California KRCR ABC 7 News

Posted: 30 Nov 2013 06:06 AM PST

Redding California KRCR ABC 7 News


'There are so many ways I could have died'

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 11:10 PM PST

Girl who survived 80-foot-fall down a cliff and a night in the freezing cold shares her story for the first time.

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Deputies investigate Feather Falls shooting

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 11:09 PM PST

Butte County Sheriff's deputies are investigating a shooting in the Feather Falls area.

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Chico man among finalists for Fantasy Football Hall of Fame

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 11:03 PM PST

Steve Gardner needs your vote to achieve fantasy football history.

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Record number of runners at Run For Food in Chico

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 08:48 PM PST

The Thanksgiving morning run through Bidwell Park gets bigger every year.

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Redding California Sports News KRCR ABC 7

Posted: 30 Nov 2013 06:06 AM PST

Redding California Sports News KRCR ABC 7


McIlroy hits his stride at Australian Open

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 04:58 AM PST

Is Rory McIlroy saving his best for last? The Northern Irishman carded a seven-under-par second round of 65 at the Australian Open Friday as he bids to end 2013 with a bang.

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NBA fines Kidd for spill

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 04:54 AM PST

Brooklyn Nets coach Jason Kidd was fined $50,000 by the NBA for his actions in the final seconds of Wednesday night's loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, the league announced Thursday night.

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Field-goal-reliant Ravens hold off Steelers

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 11:15 PM PST

Justin Tucker kicked five field goals, and the Baltimore Ravens held on for a 22-20 win when the Pittsburgh Steelers missed a potential game-tying two-point conversion with 1:06 remaining.

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Cowboys roll over Raiders 31-24

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 05:32 PM PST

Running back DeMarco Murray rushed for a career-high three touchdowns, and the Dallas Cowboys inched back in front in the NFC East by rallying to beat the Oakland Raiders 31-24 on Thanksgiving afternoon at AT&T Stadium.

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Vonn enjoys Thanksgiving back on the slopes

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 04:14 PM PST

While millions of Americans were at home celebrating Thanksgiving Day, Lindsey Vonn was out on the slopes early doing what she loves most.

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Lions defeat Packers 40-10

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 03:42 PM PST

DETROIT -- The Detroit Lions didn't need an opponent to call them dirty names to get riled up. It just seemed that way in their biggest victory over NFC North rival Green Bay in 40 years. Packers guard Josh Sitton called Lions players and c...

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USC's Enfield, UTEP's Floyd in altercation

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 09:48 AM PST

Southern California coach Andy Enfield and Texas El Paso coach Tim Floyd were involved in an altercation at a dinner reception in the Bahamas, Sports Illustrated and CBS Sports analyst Seth Davis reported in a series of tweets Wednesday night.

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Brewers' Braun regrets lying over PED use

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 09:41 AM PST

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun reiterated his regret for lying about using performance enhancing drugs that resulted in a 65-game suspension last season from Major League Baseball.

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Chiefs LB Houston could miss 2-3 weeks

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 09:41 AM PST

Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Justin Houston could miss the next two to three weeks with a dislocated right elbow, multiple media outlets reported Thursday.

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Klamath Falls Oregon Herald and News

Posted: 30 Nov 2013 06:06 AM PST

Klamath Falls Oregon Herald and News


For inaugural poet, a journey home to America

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 07:33 AM PST

The Miami neighborhood where inaugural poet Richard Blanco grew up, in many ways, resembles Cuba his family left behind. Down the street, a man sells avocados from a small table. His favorite bakery,

Relative: Ohio Amish girl in chemo case doing well

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 07:37 AM PST

An Amish girl with leukemia spent time at a natural cancer treatment center in Central America after she left home with her parents in Ohio to avoid being forced to resume chemotherapy treatments, the

2 people in van killed in Ohio Turnpike crash

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 07:30 AM PST

A car sought by state troopers sped down the Ohio Turnpike at more than 125 mph before it struck a minivan and both vehicles burst into flames, killing two people in the van, the State Highway Patrol

Spain sets heavy fines for violent protests

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 07:19 AM PST

The Spanish government has approved draft legislation that sets fines of up to 30,000 euros ($40,800) for offenses such as burning the national flag, insulting the state or causing serious disturbance

Berlusconi said to pay off 'bunga bunga' witnesses

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 07:13 AM PST

An Italian court accused ex-Premier Silvio Berlusconi and his lawyers on Friday of tampering with evidence by paying off witnesses in a trial related to his notorious "bunga bunga" parties. It sent it

Policeman held in killing of Internet acquaintance

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 07:08 AM PST

A German police officer has been arrested on suspicion of killing and chopping up a man he met on the Internet who had long fantasized about being killed and eaten, authorities said Friday.

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Texas officer faces rights charge in assault case

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 06:44 AM PST

A San Antonio police officer charged with sexual assault in the alleged rape of a woman in his patrol car while on duty also faces a federal civil rights charge in that case.

Congress seeks medal for WW II-era US spy agency

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 06:40 AM PST

Legislation introduced in Congress seeks to award one of the nation's highest civilian honors to members of the World War-era spy agency led by New York native Gen. William "Wild Bill" Donovan.

AP PHOTOS: Black Friday kicks off shopping season

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 06:20 AM PST

Ready. Set. Shop! And with that, the holiday shopping season is underway.

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Greek health workers' strike shuts state hospitals

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 06:00 AM PST

Greek state hospitals functioned with emergency staff on Friday as doctors and staff held a 24-hour strike against planned health cutbacks enforced under the country's harsh austerity program.

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This Week in the Civil War

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 06:01 AM PST

This Week in The Civil War, for week of Sunday, Dec. 1: Fighting subsides at Knoxville, Tenn.

France preps for Central African Republic mission

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 05:28 AM PST

French officials say they're laying the groundwork for a bolstered military force in Central African Republic, adding capacity to the capital's single-runway airport and sending a warship carrying 350

Thousands protest Ukrainian leader spiking EU deal

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 05:14 AM PST

Thousands protested in the Ukrainian capital Friday, demanding the president's resignation after he shelved a landmark agreement with the European Union in favor of closer ties with Russia.

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Prosecutors ask for 9 years for Bolshoi dancer

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 05:09 AM PST

Russian news agencies say prosecutors have demanded nine years behind bars for the Bolshoi dancer suspected of masterminding an acid attack on the ballet's director.

Prosecutor outlines chilling murder of UK soldier

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 05:02 AM PST

A prosecutor outlined the chilling near-decapitation of an unarmed British soldier on a London street, as two men went on trial Friday in connection with the suspected extremist attack.

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EU blames Russia for failure of deal with Ukraine

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 04:42 AM PST

European Union leaders lashed out at Russia Friday after missing a major opportunity to spread its influence deep into eastern Europe and bluntly accused Moscow of pressuring Ukraine from signing a la

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Russia frees last of 30 Greenpeace detainees

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 04:35 AM PST

Russia has freed the last of 30 people detained after a Greenpeace protest in Arctic waters.

Eurozone inflation rise eases pressure on ECB

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 04:33 AM PST

Welcome news on inflation and unemployment on Friday will ease pressure on the European Central Bank to act again next week to help the 17-country eurozone economy. But they do little to ease longer-t

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Czechs to sign deal to deliver army plane to US

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 04:27 AM PST

The Czech Republic's defense minister says he is close to signing a deal to deliver 28 Czech-made military airplanes to the United States.

10 Things to Know for Today

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 03:04 AM PST

Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today:

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Portuguese postal workers protest privatization

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 03:05 AM PST

Striking Portuguese postal workers have scuffled with police during a protest against the national mail company's privatization.

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Police: Officer dragged near Chicago area store

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 02:45 AM PST

A police officer answering a call of alleged shoplifting at a Chicago area department store open on Thanksgiving evening shot the driver of a car that was dragging a fellow officer, authorities said.

Netherlands loses S&P triple-A credit rating

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 01:14 AM PST

Standard & Poor's stripped the Netherlands of its triple-A credit rating Friday, saying that the country's growth prospects have deteriorated and it is not performing as well as peers.

Quotations in the News

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 12:20 AM PST

"It's very clear they (the shoppers) want to be here at 8 p.m." _ Terry Lundgren, Macy's CEO, on the retail chain's decision to open its store doors on Thanksgiving Day.

Diet drug Contrave to get another shot at FDA approval

Posted: 29 Nov 2013 12:00 AM PST

The makers of the proposed weight-loss drug Contrave said this week they have taken a key first step in showing that the medication does not boost the heart and stroke risks of those taking it, and th

Redding California KRCR ABC 7 News Videos

Posted: 30 Nov 2013 06:06 AM PST

Redding California KRCR ABC 7 News Videos


Girl who survived fall from cliff and a night in the cold shares story

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 11:10 PM PST

A 15-year-old girl who survived an 80-foot fall down a cliff and a night in the cold shared her story for the first time.

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Player of the week: Hayden Piper

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 09:10 PM PST

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Record number of runners at Run For Food in Chico

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 08:48 PM PST

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Redding's annual Turkey Trot

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 08:40 PM PST

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Salvation Army feeds hundreds of people in need

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 05:43 PM PST

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Shoppers camp out for days for Black Friday deals

Posted: 28 Nov 2013 05:14 PM PST

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