Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of March.
Good morning, Grants Pass.
The GPHS Marching Band received a refurbished 2016 tractor from Old Dominion Trucking that will save them the cost of renting trucks for competitions and their Disney trip, and the band hosted a small thank-you event for company principals.
Band parents later found that homeless individuals had broken into the trailer—stealing uniforms and first aid supplies—and the Grants Pass Police are investigating the incident.
On Monday, shortly after 2 p.m., a mid-sized sedan driven by an adult female reportedly lost control when her accelerator got stuck and crashed into the front of Speedy Pack & Ship on Williams Highway, causing significant storefront damage without injuries while emergency crews secured the area and the business remains closed for repairs.
Grants Pass is facing a lawsuit over new homeless regulations approved by City Council one day after they were sworn in last January — critics say the rules do not meet state standards for objective reasonability.
Local officials are now debating whether to contract expert Dr. Robert Marbut to help form a comprehensive strategy for addressing homelessness.
Grants Pass is in a deep housing crisis as few available homes and high costs force families to spend too much of their pay on housing — low vacancy rates and poor quality rentals add to the strain.
Local advocates warn that with new construction lagging behind demand, rising homelessness and financial stress are set to continue worsening.
1 Million Cups - Entrepreneur Networking Event
1 Million Cups offers a weekly gathering for entrepreneurs and community members to collaborate and discuss business challenges and opportunities.
Family Friendly Paint Party
—— Rogue Community College - Redwood Campus — Free entry — Unleash your creativity at this family-friendly paint event in a beautiful community setting.
Virtual Tour of Senior Living
9 a.m.-7 p.m. | Pacific Living Centers of Grants Pass at Anique | Free entry | Explore the top-rated senior living communities and discover exceptional care and activities.
Grants Pass Dance Club
11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Josephine County Fairgrounds | $5 members, $7 non-members | Enjoy various dance lessons and open social dancing sessions in a welcoming environment.
Bon Bon Vivant Live Performance
9 PM - 1 AM — The Haul — Check local listings for cost — Experience Bon Bon Vivant's electrifying blend of americana and indie dance rock.
Cars and Coffee Grants Pass
9-11 a.m. — Star Body Works — Free entry — Gather with fellow auto enthusiasts for coffee and car talk in Grants Pass.
Josephine County Home Show
12-5 p.m. — Josephine County Fairgrounds — Admission details not specified — Explore the latest trends in home improvement and connect with local builders.
Myles Weber Live Comedy Show
8-9:30 p.m. — Wild River Brewing & Pizza Co. — $20 — Experience the comedic talent of Myles Weber, a rising star with viral success and festival accolades.
12th Annual Rogue Valley Rough Stock Rodeo
6-11 p.m. — Josephine County Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of bull riding and other rodeo events at this local favorite.
Sam Grisman Project Concert
8 PM — Rogue Theatre — Cost not specified — Experience a tribute to the musical legacy of David 'Dawg' Grisman with the Sam Grisman Project.
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