I’ve been thinking about moving out because I am a nature lover and found some affordable stuff in Medford

@tmoddison

2 жыл бұрын

What did you find?

I moved to Medford last December 2021. Overall, I like it here. The locals are friendly, unassuming down to earth folks. I live in downtown so I see some sketchy activities. Meth use is very obvious. Downtown Medford has the potential to be a really cool place. Hawthorne Park can be nasty. But compared to Eugene and Portland, I like my new home

@tmoddison

Жыл бұрын

Awesome. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Where did you move from?

@Markus-ov9wh

Жыл бұрын

@@tmoddison I moved from Eugene. I'm originally from Roseburg but left in '77.

This was a nice breakdown. Love all the maps and sources. I haven't spent much time in Medford but want to because I read about some cool old goldmine history around there.

@tmoddison

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Matt, thanks for the feedback. It is a tough subject and I think it is easy to cast disparaging words on any singular place you want to. There is some really cool history, indeed, especially out in Jacksonville. In most areas of Southern Oregon, you can still get rights to a Gold claim, and there is a lot of mining that takes place outside of areas like Galice, near the Rogue River.

@jrb91187

2 жыл бұрын

Gold hill, just 8 mikes from central point. Lots of gold was found in that area back in the day. There’s also some cool things to do in gold hill like zip lines, airsoft battles, golf, house of mystery!! Worth checking that out for sure! Rafting the beautiful and strong rogue river. Treat the rogue with a great deal of respect for she can bite and bite hard!

@tmoddison

2 жыл бұрын

@@jrb91187 Agreed! Do NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES get too proud on the Rogue - it will get you. She will humble you indeed. When did that happen for you??

@jrb91187

2 жыл бұрын

@@tmoddison I actually had the privilege of growing up near the rogue, and every summer my brother and I would get dropped off above Dodge Bridge and we would float tubes down to Touvelle park. The first time I was 13 and my brother was 12 and the trip took a lot longer then we had anticipated. Long story short night time had crept up quickly and since we hadn’t made the park yet our family was freaking out. Had the sheriffs looking for us in boats and people searching The banks for any sign that we had been there. We made it perfectly safe albeit very wet and freezing lol. Wouldn’t change anything about that first trip other then maybe having some headlamps or waterproof gear to help stay warm.

@tmoddison

2 жыл бұрын

What a cool story!!! Sounds like a true adventure!!!

Commenting to boost your algorithm!! Keep it up

@tmoddison

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that very much kind sir. Still watching me babble? Lol

I was born in Medford Oregon. I am 37 years old and wanting to move back soon. Great Video. I have had a rough experience living in Arkansas and am highly considering moving home. I miss Medford bad.

Lived out in White City 10+ years ago, liked Medford, love to move back now that I'm ret.

@tmoddison

Жыл бұрын

You are welcome back ANYTIME!

@Chuck66433

11 ай бұрын

My grandfather James Cunningham lived on Ave A in White City most his life. There is now a Cunningham Lane I believe.

We moved to the Medford area from Stockton, Ca., now that’s crime. Be thankful.

@jnone8267

Жыл бұрын

I too relocated to SO from the same area (209) and yes there’s a lot more crime in San Joaquin County than Jackson. I agree at first glance Medford is cleaner and safer. That’s why I was shocked when I found out how many sec offenders there are in S.O.

@dennisking4589

Жыл бұрын

Enough of you keep moving there and do you think it will be any different than where youre from? Got to fix the problem at home instead of bringing it to another place.

@xltek1

Жыл бұрын

@@dennisking4589 we moved here because we wanted to. It was time for a change in life, besides that you have no idea what people do in there community and assume that it’s sit around and whine. Pound sand.

@xltek1

Жыл бұрын

@@dennisking4589 one other thing, we don’t vote leftist, so no, we didn’t bring the problem with us.

@dennisking4589

Жыл бұрын

@@xltek1 It isnt about "voting" it is about your community. Anyo, your "pound sand" comment is proof of the type of "community" you would be encouraging...It is ok though, enjoy northern cali.

I like this video however I do feel maybe Medford was compared to larger cities Medford seems pretty high crime for the size,

@tmoddison

Жыл бұрын

Not that much larger really…

People think being neurotic here is like a tough thing here. Ive seen alot of violence here and im surprised there isnt alot more with how people act. Never ever in my life thought id need a gun until i lived here

@tmoddison

5 ай бұрын

Great insight. Where’d you live before?

Crime is definitely getting more frequent here all the time. STAY AWAY FROM DOWNTOWN AT NIGHT, ESPECIALLY RIVERSIDE!!! Coincidentally, according to the date on the mail tribune site anyway, at the very same time u were filming this video, I was actually in Jackson County Jail on day 3 out of 20 for sleeping in my damn car in a nicer neighborhood cause I was homeless and I'm on high risk parole. In fact, I woke up to the cop opening my door, grabbing my keys, and putting his gun to my head while yelling threats to kill me if i moved an inch. I don't know what hell the callers told them but i seriously thought i was about to die but i think he felt bad once he realized that i wasn't actually doing anything wrong cause he was gonna let me go if my po hadn't have told him to lock me up. He didnt impound my car though and he let me smoke 2 cigarettes before taking me to jail so that was cool i guess but I'm still not too happy about how close he came to killing me, basically just for being an "undesirable" sleeping in the wrong neighborhood. Only reason i was living in my car is cause i can't afford rent for even the cheapest apts but at the same time, I'm trapped here on parole so i had no choice but to sleep in my car sometimes and id rather stay in nice neighborhoods cause i thought itd be safer but since I'm broke, geographically restricted, and homeless off and on, its alot easier and more profitable to just lock me up and make it even harder to make positive changes just to kick me back to the streets to repeat the cycle only even worse off than i was to begin with. I'm not proud of my past but Im actually a very honest and respectful person, just trying my best to give my kids a way better life than i ever had growing up so u can probably, hopefully get a better idea of what a goddamn shithole Medford REALLY can be unless you're rich or retired.

@tmoddison

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your story. That does sound scary, and I’m sorry you went through that. My heart breaks for you, and especially your kids. There are some great resources to help get you out of that cycle. Have you heard of Rogue Retreat?

@bettinaeversen7147

2 жыл бұрын

Wasn’t expecting a comment like that on your video. Poor fella.

@tmoddison

2 жыл бұрын

@@bettinaeversen7147 I know. I tried reaching out to see how I could help. Haven't heard back yet. This channel has become a bit of a community. Welcome! Lots of amazing people and stories here.

@theCurbSide

2 жыл бұрын

@@tmoddison Sorry, i just saw your guys' messages. i really do appreciate the concern, especially for my kids but I'm working with a few different programs rn that r helping me figure things out so things r improving slowly but surely. btw, i apologize if my first comment was kind of a bummer. at first i was just commenting cause i thought it was an interesting coincidence that i was lodged in that jail just the day before but then i went off on a tangent. Im no saint by anyones standards but that whole situation bothers me still i guess. i don't think i really deserve any sympathy though cause most of the negative things that happen in my life r just consequences of my own self destructive tendencies. I'd still NEVER wish for someone else's life

@tmoddison

2 жыл бұрын

Well I love your message and I’m glad you’re getting some help. Let me know if you need anything. Stay on the path, and soon we will be getting you into a home.

I live on west main and I have never even heard of anything violent happening. No gun shots, ever. No gang members like the kind you see wearing masks and carrying machine guns flying colors. Nothing. Worst place I have seen is the hawthorne park near the greenway near that bridge near that coffee place.

When someone from there says “you don’t belong here.” Believe them. And leave.

Medford at a C is perfect. Medford is a C student who could be better. The sad part is when you're from there and can remember the 90's/00's when they used to try. Tinseltown opening was a big deal. Dutch Brothers becoming something to write home about was a big deal. Harry and David expanding their facilities and always trying to keep people employed was a big deal. Expanding the mall was a big deal. The Bear Creek Greenway being updated and cared for was a big deal. The airport becoming 'international' was a big deal. Then at the end of the 00's when the '08 recession came, outside forces cynically shit all over everything the community had built and it never came back.

@tmoddison

10 ай бұрын

LOVE this comment. Did you know that Medford is making a charge and coming back? They've really stepped it up with new construction and are actively taking a lead in trying to mitigate the housing shortage. Do you think they can get to a "B" soon? Maybe just a "C+"?

@garrettjones8017

3 ай бұрын

​@tmoddison Probably a D 😂 I've lived there for years till recently and even with all the construction and them trying to "fix" the housing crisis its only going to keep on becoming a little Portland. Typically with all this growth things only get worse

where's a safe place in this earth?.. I went to PVR 3 weeks ago and someone took all my money.. meanwhile here in US I lost my cat. :')

@tmoddison

Жыл бұрын

That is a good point - it's all about perspective, isn't it?

@felinoaaron846

Жыл бұрын

@@tmoddison yes ! :)

I grew up in Medford left for 5 years and moved to Ashland Oregon about 8 months ago. Southern Oregon is ruined. This place has drastically changed in a matter of 5 measly years. You have the homeless and drug addicts destroying the affordable sides of town and the rich Californians making everything unaffordable. Sad times in Oregon. GOD bless ✝️🙏

@tmoddison

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment. It’s certainly challenge everywhere.

@felinoaaron846

5 ай бұрын

Everywhere is the same thing 😂

@tmoddison

5 ай бұрын

@felinoaaron846 right?!

@tmoddison

5 ай бұрын

@felinoaaron846 you mean nowhere is perfect?!

@Steve.._.

Ай бұрын

​@@felinoaaron846😂 seriously every state has the same issues of "____ is moving in" and Oregon has to make the biggest deal out of it even though people move towards Florida more

I was a Mailman there and got a ticket for jay walking. And it took 6 cops.

@tmoddison

2 жыл бұрын

Wow! That’s quite an interesting visual. Did you leave the area after this?

@PFDish

2 жыл бұрын

Hell yes. Moved to Idaho. The police here are really cool. The Medford police have big egos. Whenever they needed help from a mailman they would always ask us. I’m fact their station was right across the street. But here I was crossing Main st near Columbus to deliver the mail, I got a ticket for jay waking and disturbing the peace. Cost me a day in court and a $1300.00 Fine.

@motherofangels1710

2 жыл бұрын

@@PFDish Not to far away from Medford, in Eagle Point not to long ago, a guy was followed by EP PD for jay walking. They followed him all the way into the Wendys restroom by W-mart & shot and killed him.

@cowsagainstcapitalism347

Жыл бұрын

There are no jaywalking laws in Oregon, but okay

@tmoddison

Жыл бұрын

What are you talking about?

I'm actually from San Antonio. Don't move there. I left for a reason

Is this spill about my family's safety or selling me real estate? I have lived in the area for over 30 years, and it is sad to see this area decline so much.

Moved from Medford after 30 years of living there....if you go to the park you ill see a needle. If you live there you will be in constant danger.

@tmoddison

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate your perspective. Sorry you moved away. We certainly have issues to work out.

@dennisking4589

Жыл бұрын

@@tmoddison Yea, as soon as southern Oregon turned into N. Cali it become a lost cause. Used to be able to work a regualr job and support a family, own a home etc, then the Cali's bought houses up, raised rent, and people are working mulitple jobs while homeless....so theyre kids can watch people shoot up in the streets. "issues"...would you feel safe letting kids walk around after sundown, never mind the time, just after sundown. Then you want to go camping, but every place is filled with drunks, not to mention tweekers in the woods.

@mollasima3251

7 ай бұрын

Which park?

@dennisking4589

7 ай бұрын

Hawthorne is the most over run, but any of them now are shot out.@@mollasima3251

Bro really thinks “Houseless” is better than “homeless” 💀 Miss me with that euphemism treadmill BS

@tmoddison

5 ай бұрын

Treadmill? I’m going places baby!