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Saturday, June 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Grants Pass. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Josephine County Children’s Advocacy Center in downtown Grants Pass will become a full nonprofit when county commissioners approved the change, effective July 1—opening the path to seek new funding. The center, which has treated abused children since 1989, will change its name to Children’s Advocacy Center of Josephine County and use the funds to hire more staff and expand therapy services. KOBI-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A two-car crash in the Fruitdale neighborhood on Friday morning caused one car to catch fire near Gordon Way at about 10:24 a.m., forcing Rural Metro Fire, Grants Pass Fire and AMR to respond and take one driver with serious injuries to a hospital as the highway was briefly shut down (OSP is investigating the crash). KDRV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Rogue Valley Council of Governments reported that routine water tests found elevated bacteria levels in parts of the Bear Creek Watershed — including Walker Creek at Dead Indian Memorial Road and Bear Creek from Suncrest Road to Fern Valley Road. Health officials said people should avoid swimming and water contact due to risks from pet waste, wild animals, and leaking septic systems. KOBI-TV
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Clyde and the Milltailers Live Performance
7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Wonder Bur Steakhouse & Lounge — Tickets at door — Enjoy a nostalgic evening of unique music from Clyde, renowned for his unmatched voice and instrumental flair.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
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