Good morning, Grants Pass.

Community leaders, service providers, and residents will meet at the city council chambers today from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. to discuss homelessness solutions, including a presentation on veteran employment by Gail Bashans and a food drive for the local food bank.

Central Point and the Jackson County Expo announced that the 2026 Boomfest Fireworks Show will be the final celebration at the Expo grounds due to rising fire risks and development.

A community zone for displays will be set up — options in Grants Pass and Eagle Point offer viewing events.

Malakai, a year-and-a-half old, 46-pound, medium-sized dog, is ready for adoption at Josephine County Shelter.

Available for walk-in visits or scheduled appointments with an adoption fee of $185, contact the shelter at 541-474-5458 to arrange a meeting if you are interested in this energetic companion.

Braden Klein, a senior at Grants Pass High School, earned statewide recognition as the 2025 Oregon SkillsUSA Champion in Restaurant Service and is preparing for a career in nursing after graduation — his success shows strong discipline and a commitment to service.

Taxpayers filing electronically for the 2025 tax year via Revenue Online will likely receive refunds by Feb.

17 — paper filers face delays until early April. The Oregon Department of Revenue advises updating account details and requesting direct deposit to speed processing.

Home prices in Grants Pass and southern Oregon rose 20 to 30 percent in the past five years, with costs now in the mid $240s to upper $260s per sqft compared to higher statewide averages.

Rising costs challenge buyers as wages lag behind market trends.