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OPB @opb.org · 12h
Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek and state Sen. Christine Drazan spent much of their first debate Thursday night trying to discredit one another. The two candidates fielded questions on a wide range of topics, from affordability, data centers and education funding to the economy and wildfire mitigation.
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Kotek, Drazan trade barbs at first debate of 2026 Oregon governor’s race
Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek and state Sen. Christine Drazan spent much of their first debate Thursday night in Eugene trying to discredit one another.
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 19h
COMING OCTOBER 9th on SOPBS: AUSTIN CITY LIMITS Singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo performs highlights from "You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love."
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
TONIGHT at 8 on SOPBS: WILLIE NELSON'S 90th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Celebrating the 12-time Grammy Award winner's contributions to popular culture and music; scheduled performers include Willie Nelson, Beck, Gary Clark Jr., Sheryl Crow, Snoop Dogg, Norah Jones, Miranda Lambert and Dave Matthews.
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
The gang's all here and back for the final season 😭 Miss Scarlet Season 7 begins streaming November 29 on the PBS app. You can also watch (or re-watch) weekly on MASTERPIECE Mystery! beginning Sunday, January 17 at 8pm on SOPBS.
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
TONIGHT at 10 on SOPBS: Ages of Ice: The Incubator of Life Scientists explore glaciers, oceans and frozen frontiers to discover hidden worlds and clues to life beyond Earth.
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FRONTLINE @frontlinepbs.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
"Emilie" stole $812,000 from a widower in the U.S. Reporters traced the fake online persona to a scam compound in Myanmar: "There was a five-step plan for how to manipulate people psychologically." to.pbs.org/46VXym7
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Searching for ‘Emilie’ — and Uncovering a Romance Scam Playbook | FRONTLINE | PBS | Official Site | Documentary Series
‘Emilie’ stole $812,000 from a widower in the U.S. Reporters traced the fake online persona to a scam compound in Myanmar: ‘There was a five-step plan for how to manipulate people psychologically.’
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
TONIGHT at 9 on SOPBS: FRONTLINE: Scammed FRONTLINE & AP investigate how online scams steal billions of dollars and ruin victims’ lives. The film traces the rise of a global criminal industry, the people and technology enabling it, and the efforts to shut it down. More: www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontli...
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Scammed | FRONTLINE | PBS | Official Site | Documentary Series
How online scams steal billions of dollars and ruin victims’ lives.
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
We hope today, on National Neighbor Day, you take some time to listen to and appreciate the neighbors in your life. Neighbors, the unseen companions in the tapestry of our lives, hold a special place in our communities and hearts. #FredRogers #NeighborDay #Appreciation
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
TONIGHT at 9 on SOPBS: NEW YORK: A DOCUMENTARY FILM Following New York's transformation in the decades since the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, as the city rebuilds through financial collapse, Superstorm Sandy and a pandemic.
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OPB @opb.org · 22/09/2026
Hundreds of thousands of Oregon Health Plan members will soon receive notifications that Medicaid is changing. New work eligibility requirements will change how often some people need to renew their coverage.
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After new federal requirements, changes coming to the Oregon Health Plan
About 600,000 Oregon Health Plan members will soon receive a notice that Medicaid is about to change.
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
TONIGHT at 9 on SOPBS: New York: A Documentary Film: Shadows of the Past Tracing New York's turbulent postwar decline and the rebirth in the final decades of the 20th century that put the city on a path to renewed prominence by the early 2000s. (Part 1 of 2. Part 2 airs Tuesday at 9pm.)
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PBS News @pbsnews.org · 21/09/2026
When the president has an open event, the designated TV pool network distributes it. But on Monday, those cameras were dark. That's because the White House TV pool banded together and refused to cover Trump's events after he banned CNN, Politico and MS NOW. @elizlanders.bsky.social explains.
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PBS News @pbsnews.org · 22/09/2026
Twelve states and Hollywood writers challenging Paramount's buyout of Warner Bros. Discovery agreed to settle their lawsuits on Monday, effectively paving the way for the $81 billion mega merger to cross the finish line, with some new commitments from the company. to.pbs.org/46DwnfL
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States settle lawsuit over Paramount-Warner merger, clearing key hurdle for $81 billion deal
The agreement calls for Paramount to increase domestic production and establish monitoring of editorial independence of the company’s news operations.
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
This week's edition of ON THE CALENDAR...
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Discover the rolling hills of Tuscany, home to sprawling vineyards, medieval hill towns, & enchanting cities. Steeped in history, culture & legend, this is Tuscany as you always imagined This 9-day tour w SOPBS & Collette Travel will be Oct 12 – 20, 2027 Info: groups.gocollette.com/en-US/link/1...
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Spotlight on Tuscany with Southern Oregon PBS
Discover the rolling hills of Tuscany, home to sprawling vineyards, medieval hill towns, and enchanting cities. Steeped in history, culture and legend, this is Tuscany as you always imagined it.
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PBS News @pbsnews.org · 18/09/2026
President Donald Trump said Friday that he was banning CNN, MSNOW and Politico from the White House due to what he called unfavorable coverage, and threatened that more such media prohibitions could be coming. to.pbs.org/3TC4HF6
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WATCH: Trump says he is banning CNN, MSNOW and Politico from the White House
President Donald Trump said Friday that he was banning CNN, MSNOW and Politico from the White House due to what he called unfavorable coverage, and threatened that more such media prohibitions could b...
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
TONIGHT at 9 on SOPBS: Joffrey Ballet: The Next Movement Witness five choreographers creating world premieres for The Joffrey Ballet’s Winning Works. Under intense pressure, these artists from diverse backgrounds transform their personal stories into bold choreography, shaping ballet’s future.
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
TONIGHT at 8 on SOPBS: A NEW Episode of OREGON ART BEAT Japanese calligraphy artist Sora Shodo; Zoo X-rays reveal hauntingly beautiful images; Justin Hampton embraced the DIY ethos creating rock posters for bands that eventually became some of the most well-known acts of the grunge era.
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Thanks to everyone who came out today for our FREE family screening of Nature “Sesame Street and the Great Elephant Adventure” @jclsor.bsky.social in Medford The next first look before the special premieres will be Fri, 10/9 at 11a at the Ashland Library The special airs Wed, 10/14 at 8p on SOPBS
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
TONIGHT at 9 on SOPBS: NOVA Once a death sentence, cystic fibrosis now has a life-saving treatment. Follow the decades-long scientific quest, fueled by desperate parents, that led to this revolutionary breakthrough.
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The Librarians Film @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
It was such an honor to be joined at the Emmys by 8 of our brave librarians who each proudly carried a banned book that has personally impacted them!
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Oregon Secretary of State's Office @oregonsos.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
It's National Voter Registration Day! Visit Oregonvotes.gov to register, check, or update your information. It's quick and easy for all eligible Oregonians. #OregonVotes #OregonElections
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Pulitzer Prize-winning author Barbara Kingsolver is coming to PBS Books for a LIVE virtual event celebrating her new novel, Partita. A donation of $150 includes access to a virtual event on 11/5, at 5p PT, a copy of Partita & a PBS Books Readers Club mug. Reserve your spot today at sopbs.org/booked
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
ATTN MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL TEACHERS & HOMESCHOOLERS Explore resources from The American Revolution Classroom Collection on PBS LearningMedia & hear from an educator whose students have created a project for the Youth Media Challenge. Registration info events.zoom.us/ev/AvY4jDI5t...
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From Learners to Creators: Exploring the American Revolution Through Media
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
TONIGHT at 10 on SOPBS: INDEPENDENT LENS: Ghost In The Machine The philosophical, cultural and political forces driving the global artificial intelligence boom. Learn More at www.pbs.org/independentl...
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Ghost in the Machine | A.I. Documentary | Independent Lens
Ghost in the Machine reveals the problematic history of artificial intelligence and the consequences it imposes on our communities and environment.
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
This Week's Edition of ON THE CALENDAR...
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
TONIGHT at 9 on SOPBS: GREAT PERFORMANCES Hosted by Misty Copeland and led by Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin, this performance of Verdi's Requiem features soloists Ailyn Pérez, Michelle DeYoung, Matthew Polenzani and Eric Owens, as The Met Remembers 9/11.
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
WEDNESDAY NIGHT at 9 on SOPBS: NOVA: The Battle to Breathe The decades-long scientific quest that led to a life-saving treatment for cystic fibrosis.
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
TONIGHT at 8 on SOPBS: A NEW Episode of OREGON ART BEAT After her MS diagnosis, Lindsey Holcomb began painting MRIs — first her own, then 400 others around the world — turning pain into beauty. Or Stream NOW For FREE at www.pbs.org/video/painte...
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Oregon Art Beat | Painter Lindsey Holcomb, contemporary Native American artist Rick Bartow, metal artist Kelly Phipps | Season 27 | Episode 2
Oregon artists Lindsey Holcomb, Rick Bartow and Kelly Phipps.
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
More Context. More Questions. More Listening. More Understanding. With all the noise, there's one source you can trust. PBS News. Become an SOPBS Member today at donate.sopbs.org/sopbs/donate
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
TONIGHT at 8 on SOPBS: BIG CATS 24/7 The team follows lions, leopards and cheetahs after a massive wildfire; the dominant male lions fight intruders while leopards and cheetahs struggle to secure their next meal.
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Ryan Pfeil @ryanpfeil.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Legitimately honored to have “House of Threads” included on @sopbs.bsky.social’s Cinema 42 programming. I’ve felt nothing but support and encouragement for the duration of this project and am so grateful to get to share it with a wider audience. Thank you, SOPBS! #video
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Cinema 42 | House of Threads | Season 3 | Episode 13
A woman moves into a 123-year-old farm house and uncovers the fascinating origin story of her home.
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American Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Congratulations to @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social on the well-deserved Emmy win for Exceptional Merit in Documentary Filmmaking! Thank you to Kim A. Snyder and all the librarians who shared their stories to help shine a light on the fight for the freedom to read. thelibrariansfilm.com
This is a promotional poster for the Emmy-winning documentary film "The Librarians" by Kim A. Snyder. The poster features a large book and silhouettes of people walking. It highlights the names and roles of individuals involved in the film's production: Kim A. Snyder (Director/Producer), Janique L. Robillard (Producer), Maria Cuomo Cole (Producer), Jana Edelbaum (Producer), and Lois Vossen (Executive Producer).
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Time is running out to sign up for a tour of Costa Rica! Costa Rica is a paradise teeming with exotic plants & incredible animals. Savor breathtaking beauty, fine sandy beaches. Join Southern Oregon PBS & Collette Travel for this excursion in Mar 27. Info groups.gocollette.com/en-US/link/1...
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
TONIGHT at 9 on SOPBS: American Experience Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow embark on a two-year crime spree during the Great Depression and become known as the most famous criminal couple in U.S. history.
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Washington Week with The Atlantic @washingtonweekpbs.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
TONIGHT: Josh Tyrangiel (@tyrangiel.bsky.social) joins moderator Jeffrey Goldberg (@jeffreygoldberg.bsky.social) to discuss Americans’ growing anxiety about AI and why Washington has failed to regulate the technology. Watch at 8/7c on @pbs.org
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
TONIGHT at 9 on SOPBS: Made In The West Featuring artisans, historians and educators, this film highlights the legacy of western style, the challenges facing today's master craftsmen and efforts to inspire a new generation of makers.
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
TONIGHT at 8 on SOPBS: US AS WE ARE The Year of Grief and Grievance: We follow Southern Oregonians as they protest, lobby, and run for political office. Viewer Discretion Advised.
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Join Elmo and the Sesame Street friends on a once-in-a-lifetime African safari adventure. Join Southern Oregon PBS and the Jackson County Library Services for a FREE Screening of this Special: Sep 17 at 10:30am at the Medford Library Broadcast airdate: Oct 14 at 8pm
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PBS News @pbsnews.org · 03/09/2026
It sounds like something from a sci-fi movie: technology acting on its own, without human guidance, to attack computer systems. But this isn't a scene from a movie — it happened this summer. (via @politifact.bsky.social) to.pbs.org/3SJd5SE
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AI agents are hacking systems without any input from humans. How did we get here?
AI agents are systems that work on their own to handle tasks for humans. They’ve recently made headlines for actions they’ve taken, such as hacking, without human supervision.
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
TONIGHT at 8 on SOPBS: BIG CATS 24/7 The team begins a six-month expedition following lions, leopards and cheetahs in the Okavango Delta; a huge wildfire threatens the big cats and the team.
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
TONIGHT at 9 on SOPBS: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE A fascinating look at the myth of Billy The Kid, and the man behind it, who, in just a few short years transformed himself from a skinny orphan boy to the most feared man in the West and an enduring western icon.
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
25 years ago today, on Aug 31, the final original episode of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood aired. After decades of welcoming generations of children into Fred Rogers’ world, production of the beloved program ended in 2001. Mister Rogers' Neighborhood still airs on SOPBS, Sat & Sun mornings at 6am.
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Register for a tour of Costa Rica in March! Lush forests and stunning waterfalls… rumbling volcanoes and endless coastlines… Costa Rica is a paradise teeming with exotic plants and incredible animals. Savor breathtaking beauty and fine sandy beaches. Info: groups.gocollette.com/en-US/link/1...
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
TONIGHT at 10 on SOPBS: POV: Arrest The Midwife The arrest of trusted midwives ignites an unexpected rebellion, as Amish and Mennonite women break from tradition and emerge as fierce political activists joining the broader fight for reproductive justice.
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
TONIGHT at 9 on SOPBS: GREAT PERFORMANCES The Vienna Philharmonic performs an open-air concert from the gardens of Austria's Schönbrunn Palace; bass-baritone Bryn Terfel performs arias from "Falstaff" and Tevye's song from "Fiddler on the Roof."
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
The Herriots, the Farnons, Mrs. Hall, Tricki — the whole family's here! ❤️ Here are your first looks at Season 7 of All Creatures Great & Small, coming to MASTERPIECE on SOPBS in January 2027.
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
SCHEDULE CHANGE: TONIGHT (8/25) at 10:30pm: DOLLY PARTON: HERE I AM A moving journey through the people and places that shaped her iconic career. Featuring archival footage, the film reveals the spirit, soul and hard work of an artist who inspired countless others. #WeWillAlwaysLoveYou
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Southern Oregon PBS @sopbs.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Southern Oregon PBS mourns the death of Dolly Parton, who passed away earlier today at the age of 80 in Nashville, TN. From "Austin City Limits" to "Country Music" by Ken Burns to the recently-aired biographical "Here I Am," Dolly has been part of our programming for decades.
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PBS News @pbsnews.org · 25/08/2026
In a 2020 interview with Judy Woodruff, Dolly Parton said she is "as proud of the Imagination Library as I ever will be, anything I ever do for the rest of my life." to.pbs.org/4wST7CV
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How Dolly Parton keeps her creative streak going after decades of hits
With a new album, new book, a holiday musical, a growing business empire and a philanthropic legacy, Dolly Parton isn’t slowing down. The iconic star talks to Judy Woodruff about feeling more creative...
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