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Grants Pass
Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Grants Pass. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Emerging leaders and student leaders were recognized on Tuesday in the Emerging Leader program (a 16 year initiative that raised over $500K for local charities) which supports The Salvation Army with projects addressing childhood hunger, housing needs, and summer camps in Jackson and Josephine counties. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Alexandra Harper, a 17-year-old senior, will host a Pet Resource Fair at the Glendale Depot, 178 Glendale Town Road, on Saturday, Mar. 28 from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m., offering gift bags and free pet supplies to support local pet owners. The Grants Pass Tribune
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local analysis shows that while AT&T covers more statewide, many in Grants Pass report that Verizon delivers reliable rural service and T-Mobile provides faster speeds downtown—each network serves different needs based on location. Residents should choose the option that fits their daily travel routes. The Grants Pass Tribune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Delores Klugel, a 99-year-old former USO singer who performed with Bob Hope, sang karaoke Wednesday at Cascades of Grants Pass with her rendition of 'Pennies from Heaven' to bring music to local residents—she started the karaoke to lift spirits in the community. KOBI-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Southern Oregon University will work on a new financial plan due by the end of April; President Richard Bailey said campus members (students, staff, and community leaders) are invited to submit ideas to shape the university's future. KDRV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rescue efforts continue near Diamond Lake Highway in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest as beekeepers work quickly to save bees left behind by a flipped semi-truck amid incoming frost. The local team is clearing debris and salvaging equipment to protect the colonies from the cold. KDRV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Parker’s Place Village is under construction on Redwood Highway after receiving approval on March 4. The emergency shelter project will open June 1, with community oversight guiding phased container delivery + funding use. The Grants Pass Tribune
- ➤ On Thursday, March 18, female Rogue River City Council members received caps from city staff following a workshop session — a gesture acknowledging their service to the community. Rogue River Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Research on consensual non-monogamy suggests that children raised in stable, communicative homes show similar outcomes to those in traditional households (Southern Oregon). Experts say clear boundaries are key to healthy emotional growth. The Grants Pass Tribune
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Cynthia’s Home Sweet Home, located in a historic home built in 1908, serves homemade comfort food made with locally grown produce. Every Saturday evening it hosts an interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Theater (Dinner to Die For) that lets guests enjoy a meal while solving a fictional crime. The Grants Pass Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rogue River track athletes earned 10 top-five finishes at a season-opening meet in Grants Pass today in high-80s weather. Rogue River Press
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Peter Antoniou Live
8-11 p.m. — Rogue Theatre — Tickets starting at $114 — Experience an unforgettable show with Peter Antoniou's captivating performance.
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Pigs on the Wing - A Tribute to Pink Floyd
8-11 p.m. — Rogue Theatre — $39.50 — Celebrate Pink Floyd’s legacy with Pigs on the Wing's 20th anniversary tour in Grants Pass.
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Rogue Gem & Geology Club Show
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Sat), 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Sun) — Josephine County Fairgrounds — Free admission — Explore rocks, minerals, and more at this vibrant local showcase.
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