Good morning, Grants Pass.

James Garner's Tribute to Johnny Cash will perform at Rogue Theatre on Saturday, June 28, with doors opening at 7 p.m. and the show starting at 8 p.m.—the band will play well-known Cash hits to honor his legacy.

Concerts in the Park is back for the 2025 summer season in Grants Pass with shows scheduled every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Riverside Park—from A Band of Brothers on June 10th to Tobago Breeze on July 15th—with local vendors serving food and drinks as parking fills up quickly.

Governor Tina Kotek signed a law banning plastic checkout bags statewide starting January 7, 2027 (the new rule covers restaurants, grocery stores, and retail stores).

Local businesses in Grants Pass must switch to approved alternatives (such as reusable or paper bags) to cut plastic waste.

On Saturday, a fast-moving wildfire near Houston Road in Phoenix forced evacuation orders for two neighborhoods and burned about 35 acres before firefighters brought it under control.

Fire officials noted that the dry, warm conditions—declared by the Oregon Department of Forestry as fire season since June 1—mean that residents must stay alert and clear dry brush as fire risk grows.

Motel Del Rogue is a locally owned motel on the banks of the Rogue River that offers 15 uniquely appointed rooms for a relaxing staycation with pets allowed.

The motel sits on nearly two acres of riverfront property where guests can enjoy picnic areas + easy access to the river for fishing and walks.

Last week, members at Grants Pass Planet Fitness found the gym closed on Friday for a one-day upgrade that replaced nearly all workout equipment with new machines – when it reopened Saturday morning, members discovered improved layout and modern fitness technology that makes workouts smoother.

Shining a Light on Hunger

6-9 p.m. — Vista 222 — Donation-based — Raise awareness and funds to combat hunger while enjoying breathtaking views.

Comedy of Errors

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Walport Family Cellars — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a lively performance of Shakespeare's Comedy of Errors in a picturesque vineyard setting.