Medford, OR
Music connected to Medford
About Medford
- • Actor Ty Burrell, known for "Modern Family," was born in Grants Pass and raised in Medford.
- • Harry & David, the gourmet food and gift retailer, originated in Medford's pear orchards.
- • The arrival of the railroad in the 1880s boosted Medford's fruit-growing economy.
- • Medford has a sister city relationship with Alba, Italy, known for its white truffles.
- • The Great Depression devastated Medford's pear industry, causing widespread economic hardship.
- • Named in 1883 for Medford, Massachusetts, it was incorporated in 1885.
- • With over 85,000 residents, it is the Rogue Valley's largest city.
- • Its 1,382-foot elevation gives it a mild, four-season climate.
- • Healthcare and social assistance are major employment sectors in Medford.
- • A warm, welcoming atmosphere makes you feel at home in this friendly city.
- • The Portland Trail Blazers, Oregon's NBA team, are approximately a 4-hour drive away.
- • North Medford High School won the 1973 Oregon state football championship.
Artists From Medford
Songs About Medford
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