Good morning, Grants Pass.

City officials announced that a section of Riverside Park’s parking lot near Vista Drive will be closed from Monday, April 6 through mid-May to start work on a new bandshell project—meant to enhance community event spaces.

The annual Boatnik festival will not be affected.

Scoops and More introduced a new food truck at Dutcher Creek Golf Course that will serve golfers and visitors Friday through Sunday this summer, expanding its local presence.

Local households are feeling the pinch as bills for utilities, fuel, and services rise in small, steady increments driven by planned infrastructure upgrades and regulatory changes.

The ongoing cost increases add strain to monthly budgets across the region.

SNAP work rules require recipients in Southern Oregon to document at least 80 hours of work, training or volunteer activities each month starting in 2026.

Recipients in Josephine and Jackson counties face tighter eligibility amid rising living costs + limited local resources.

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.

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.

2026 Adult Foster Home Conference

8 AM – 4 PM — Josephine County Fairgrounds — Ticket pricing varies — Engage with expert speakers and connect with fellow providers in a dynamic learning environment.

Ella Jordan with Tray Wellington

7-11 p.m. — The Hivve - Coworking & Venue — Tickets required — Experience an electrifying night of bluegrass and modern roots music with banjo innovator Tray Wellington and fiddler Ella Jordan.

A Taste of Ireland

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Crater Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an engaging night of Celtic entertainment featuring former World Irish dance champions.