Established in January of 1852, the county bordering California in Southern Oregon covers 2,800 square miles and as of July 1, 1999, the population was 175,822, an increase of 29,435 over the 1990 census.

The Jackson Countyseat is Medford, which lies on Interstate 5 as do the other major towns, Ashland, noted as a cultural center, and Jacksonville, with its famous historic district.

For information on county government, contact the National Association of Counties Web site.

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Location: Medford Oregon

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The Most Anticipated Upcoming Oregon Events Are: First Run Eugene December 31 thru January 1 Holiday Festival Silver Falls December 12 thru December 13 PGE Festival of Lights Holiday Parade Salem December 12 Yuletide in Seaside Seaside November 26 thru November 28 10th Annual Magic at the Mill Salem December 19 thru December 23

Other upcoming events include: Clayfolk Show and Sale Medford November 20 thru November 22 Champoeg Holiday Gathering St. Paul December 5 Whale of a Christmas Depoe Bay December 5 Annual Rogue Valley Toy Run Medford December 5 10th Annual Magic at the Mill Salem December 19 thru December 23