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Friday, July 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Grants Pass. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Shellie Garrison is being honored in her final year of coordinating the Rooster Crow celebration after 11 years of leadership, and the event has grown into a major Southern Oregon gathering with help from the Rooster Crow and Rogue River Kiwanis. Rogue River Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A correction to a recent report clarified that Joseph Rice repaid $50,000 in a loan for Project CARRIAGE and that a $25,000 reimbursement check was issued to Josephine County between 2017 and 2019—while Business Oregon's $25,000 investment was written off. The update rectified the earlier claim that all public funds were lost in the project. The Grants Pass Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ ODF has raised the fire danger level to high in Jackson and Josephine counties and increased the Industrial Fire Precaution Level to Level 2 as wildfire season intensifies—helicopters have been deployed and more aircraft are expected soon while new rules limit the use of power equipment to help prevent fires. KOBI-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sgt. William (Billy) Bush of the Oregon State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit explained how his team uses drone technology to gather evidence and rebuild crash scenes in the field. Rogue River Press
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On June 29, jockeys Jaime Lopez and Jose Rodriguez won five out of nine races at Grants Pass Downs during an eight day meet (the sixth day) and led the Sunday racing program. 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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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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Josephine County Fair 2025
5 PM – 5 PM — Josephine County Fairgrounds — Admission details not specified — Celebrate local brewing with a showcase of beer, mead, and cider at the fair.
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Rogue Gem & Geology Club at the Fair
8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. — Josephine County Fairgrounds — Various prices — Explore unique rocks and gems while enjoying club activities and raffles.
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Barnaby Jones with Fox Medicine and Summer Colds
8-11:59 p.m. — Our Studio — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of alternative music with Barnaby Jones and supporting acts Fox Medicine and Summer Colds.
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