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Grants Pass
Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Grants Pass. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ During its regular Thursday distribution last week, the ROC Food Pantry ran out of food as demand far exceeded donations — leaving families without needed assistance. The pantry now seeks shelf-stable food and funds to restock and serve the growing need. The Grants Pass Tribune
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Fuel prices remain high across Oregon as global oil instability, seasonal refinery maintenance, and transportation challenges keep costs elevated and strain household budgets. Forecasts expect prices to peak in May and ease gradually by fall. The Grants Pass Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Josephine County residents will join the annual Free Trash Day event by Southern Oregon Sanitation on Saturday, Apr. 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at a Redwood Avenue and Kerby Transfer Station – each site offers free disposal for one cubic yard of trash or a single large item. The Grants Pass Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents will meet City Council at Rogue Roasters (610 SW 6th Street) on Friday, April 10 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. to discuss city services and community issues in a relaxed, open setting. The Grants Pass Tribune
- ➤ The City and its Urban Renewal Agency will redevelop eight acres in North Grants Pass along Highway 99 — a project that plans new housing, jobs, and public spaces. Community meetings start early in 2026, and a final plan is expected in fall. KDRV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Taste and See in downtown Grants Pass recently launched a strawberry cheesecake milk tea with boba designed to offer a dessert-like refreshment. The new drink blends rich cheesecake flavor with refreshing tea + chewy boba to give both longtime boba fans and newcomers a delightful experience. The Grants Pass Tribune
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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