The Ragland Masquerade Education Fundraiser is set for February 28 in Klamath Falls, with discounted ticket pricing now available for school staff and military members.

The Olsrud family plans to sell Sherm’s Markets, including the well-known Thunderbird and Food 4 Less stores, marking a major transition for one of Southern Oregon’s longest-running grocery chains.

Fire crews responded to a reported motorhome fire in the 4600 block of Bisbee Street in Klamath Falls, later determining the incident involved a vacant single-wide mobile home with significant fire damage. No injuries were reported.

Klamath Music has announced the 2026 Glenn Justus Memorial Scholarship, awarding two $2,000 scholarships to support local students actively involved in music and continuing the legacy of a longtime advocate for the Klamath Basin music community.

Nine French exchange students are spending their winter term at Klamath Community College, gaining hands-on experience while immersing themselves in American culture through a growing international partnership.

An assault reported earlier this month in Klamath Falls has been reclassified as a homicide investigation after the victim died from his injuries. Authorities say a suspect has been arrested and is facing multiple felony charges.

Students from Eagle Ridge New Tech High School gained hands-on construction experience while building a full-scale shed during the KFalls Build My Future event at the John Hancock Event Center, showcasing their skills to the community and peers from across the Klamath Basin.

Klamath Falls Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a person of interest connected to an assault reported earlier this month at an apartment complex near downtown.

Klamath County School District Superintendent Glen Szymoniak has announced his retirement effective July 31, 2026, concluding more than four decades in public education. His full, unedited Q&A reflecting on his career and the district’s future is included.

The City of Klamath Falls is now accepting applications for multiple grant programs aimed at supporting economic development, small businesses, and community initiatives during the 2026–27 fiscal year.

A Klamath Falls man has been sentenced to 16 years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple felony counts related to encouraging child sexual abuse, following an investigation involving local and state law enforcement agencies.

Oregon Tech has approved the next steps toward launching a Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence, a new applied degree program designed to meet workforce demand and industry needs across Oregon and beyond.

Klamath Community College nursing students are gaining hands-on experience with labor and delivery scenarios through a new high-tech simulator designed to replicate both routine births and complex medical emergencies.

The Klamath Falls Police Department is seeking applicants for its Volunteer in Police Services (VIPS) program, which supports patrol operations, safety checks, and administrative services throughout the community.

A Klamath Falls man was killed after being struck by a pickup truck while crossing Washburn Way in an electric wheelchair, according to the Klamath County Sheriff’s Office.

Klamath Community College now has two collegiate-sanctioned soccer teams — men’s and women’s — that will compete in the Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) in the 2026-27 academic year.

Klamath Music has rebranded its showcase series as The Klamath Stage, aiming to spotlight the artists, venues, and partnerships that support live music in the Klamath Basin.

The Ross Ragland Theater is opening 2026 with winter classes, Teen Theater’s Charlotte’s Web, the Peking Acrobats, and the KCEDA Economic Summit later in the month.

Six Klamath Community College students gained confidence, leadership skills, and national exposure after attending the Circle of Change Leadership Conference in California, where one student earned a prestigious scholarship among dozens of applicants.

The Klamath County Economic Development Association will host its 5th Annual Economic Summit on January 28, 2026, bringing together business leaders, policymakers, and regional experts to discuss economic trends, workforce development, and strategies for long-term growth in Klamath County.