Friday, January 3rd, 2025

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Good morning, Grants Pass. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of January.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Rural Metro Firefighters in Merlin, Oregon, responded to nine emergencies, including vehicle crashes and a fire, on the first day of 2025. KOBI-TV
- ➤ A couple in Trail, Oregon, was unharmed after a bullet shot from across a river hit their home on New Year's Eve, sparking discussions on gun safety. KDRV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Grants Pass residents experienced an increase in utility bills in 2024 due to higher water usage and inflation, with further rate hikes anticipated in 2025 including a new Public Safety Fee. The Grants Pass Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oregon's Senate Bill 543, effective from January 1, 2025, bans Styrofoam food containers to reduce plastic waste, prompting businesses to switch to eco-friendly alternatives amid financial concerns. The Grants Pass Tribune
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~ Heraclitus
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