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Friday, February 27th, 2026
Good morning, Grants Pass. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rogue Community College approved contracts to build new transportation technology facilities on the Redwood + Table Rock campuses to address local auto and diesel technician shortages. College officials said the project will update coursework and hands-on training for students in Jackson and Josephine counties. Medford Alert
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal officials announced the VA disability claims backlog dropped below 100,000 — a 63% decrease since January 20, paving the way for veterans in Josephine, Jackson and Douglas counties to receive faster benefit decisions. Local veterans may soon experience shorter wait times for payments. The Grants Pass Tribune
- ➤ The Oregon Senate approved new safeguards — designed to protect home solar buyers — that require companies to clearly list costs, financing terms, and cancellation rights on contracts. The measure aims to help residents in Grants Pass and nearby communities make informed energy choices amid rising power bills. The Grants Pass Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A local report by Rogue River Press shows that hepatitis B vaccinations at birth and screenings for birth parents have fallen over the past four years (indicating a drop in preventive care). Rogue River Press
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Afternoons in Grants Pass turn sweet as families visit Udders Ice Cream on NE 7th following school let-out. A young reviewer scored the shop's handmade vanilla ice cream 909 out of 10 — a sign of local charm shared by many families. The Grants Pass Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kaylee Stockman, a junior wrestler at Rogue River Jr. Sr. High, won a district title after winning her first seven matches (a promising start to her season). Rogue River Press
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