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Grants Pass
Friday, June 20th, 2025
Good morning, Grants Pass. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Grants Pass will host Real Talk: A Forum for Local Business on Monday, June 23 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Udders Ice Cream and Gelato, where business owners and residents will share ideas on updated permitting timelines, new start-up incentives, and downtown revitalization + the city will use this feedback to shape upcoming economic initiatives. The Grants Pass Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Clint Scherf issued a formal apology Thursday after a live microphone captured an off-color remark at the June 18 city council meeting—he said the comment was not aimed at anyone and took full responsibility. No further council action is planned and local officials noted his swift response as a positive example of accountability. The Grants Pass Tribune
- ➤ Emergency officials urge residents in wildfire zones to review Oregon's three-level evacuation system (be ready: gather necessary documents, supplies and make pet plans; be set: prepare to evacuate immediately; go now: leave without delay) as fire season remains active. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Josephine County's board finalized the 2025-2026 budget on June 19 by reducing the General Fund cut from 12% to 5% and exempting key departments such as the Sheriff's Office, which received a $503,200 boost to hire three new deputies — officials said they may add funds later to meet the target of five new officers. The budget also restored funds for the OSU Extension Service to support local agriculture and education. The Grants Pass Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ State health officials are urging increased community-based hepatitis C screenings & prevention and treatment services after national data show that hepatitis C rates in Oregon are among the worst in the nation. Rogue River Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, June 15th, in Crescent City the Rogue River Little League Minor Baseball all-star team for players aged 9 to 11 won 14 to 3 over Medford National to start play at the Oregon District 8 Tournament. Rogue River Press
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The Children's Festival
4:00-8:30 p.m. — Britt Festival Pavilion — $5 per household — Enjoy a family-friendly environment with a calmer entry for a memorable festival experience.
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Live Music with Borderline Music and Flour of Life Waffles
2-5 p.m. — Walport Family Cellars — Enjoy delicious waffles while listening to a captivating string duo blend multiple music styles.
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City Mouse, Suckerpunch & Steven
8-11:30 p.m. — Our Studio — All ages event — Experience an electrifying night of live music featuring City Mouse, Suckerpunch & Steven.
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Corvette Weekend
10 a.m. - 8:31 p.m. — Riverside Park & Josephine County Fairgrounds — RSVP required — A celebratory weekend for Corvette enthusiasts featuring a breakfast and fun activities.
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~ Marie Curie
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