Fawnda Shahalami

2026 Rotary International Service Trip: Guadalajara, Mexico This year’s Rotary International Service Trip to Guadalajara, Mexico was a powerful reminder of what happens when Rotary leadership, partnership, and service come together with purpose. Medford Rogue Rotary Club and Medford Rotary Club, with more than 70 volunteers, including over 30 Rotarians from the United States, joined…

Two hundred people attended The Books Make Brighter Futures Luncheon held on Tuesday March 3rd and raised almost $60,000 with money still coming in. This luncheon, sponsored by the United Rotary Clubs of Southern Oregon and Jackson County Library, helps make sure the program is available for future generations of children. The Medford Rogue Rotary…

The 20th season of the Medford Rogue Rotary Club – Kids Unlimited basketball program concluded on March 6th with a very successful parent-child clinic.  Medford School District elementary school students in grades 2 through 5 were invited to participate in a 6-week program of basketball skills clinics and games.  Approximately 120 students attended the clinics…

Our meeting included several important updates on current club initiatives, fundraising progress, and upcoming opportunities for engagement. Full Plates, Full Hearts Fundraiser The club celebrated reaching its fundraising goal for the United Rotary Clubs of Southern Oregon initiative. Medford Rogue Rotary set a goal of raising $6,500 by the end of February and successfully exceeded…

Atrial Fibrillation – by Dr. Bud Bergstrom A. fib. ” is the most common abnormal heart rhythm. It is very important for two primary reasons : it significantly reduces the effectiveness of heart function , & more importantly , it greatly increases the possibility of having a stroke. Medications are available for treating a fib.…

Rotary’s District 5110, Announces New #TRYROTARY Contest CENTRAL, WESTERN AND SOUTHERN OR, Feb. 1, 2026 – From February through April, Rotary District 5110 in Oregon and Northern California is inviting community individuals who are not currently members to visit a Rotary club and learn how to give back to their community. When interested persons attend…

Peace Skill Building Class & the Rotary Peace Academy presented by Rotary Club of Port Orford  Peace doesn’t just happen — it’s built through dialogue, understanding, and action. Celebrate this month’s Rotary theme and Come and join us! Everyone welcome! In-person and by Zoom. Feel welcome to bring a friend, Rotary membership is NOT required.…

We are excited to welcome Jaymes Tadlock to Medford Rogue Rotary! Jaymes currently serves as Director of Community Development for Jackson County with Evergreen Federal Bank, where he focuses on strengthening partnerships and advancing economic opportunity throughout our region. Prior to Evergreen, he was a Business Development Manager for SOREDI, helping drive business recruitment and…

We had the pleasure of hearing from Rogue Valley Symphony and Martin Majkut, Music Director and Conductor. The Rogue Valley Symphony is a cornerstone arts organization in Southern Oregon, delivering high-quality orchestral music while keeping accessibility and education front and center. Based in Medford, the Symphony blends classical masterworks with pops concerts, guest artists, and…

Thank you to the Red Cross Team and everyone who came out to donate blood on Tuesday, February 3rd.  Sixteen people signed-up to donate last week at St. Mark’s Church including Rotarians from multiple local clubs. Mark your calendars, our next drive is scheduled for April 14th. We have capacity to handle 29 donations in…

Why Getting Outside Matters During Cold & Flu Season As cold and flu season settles into the Rogue Valley, it’s tempting to stay indoors. But research shows that spending time outside—especially in daylight—can meaningfully support immune health. Lower Viral Load, Stronger Immunity Respiratory viruses spread more easily indoors, where air recirculates. Outdoors, fresh air dilutes…