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Tuesday, July 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Grants Pass. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Women’s Crisis Support Team in Grants Pass received a $1,000 Neighborhood Grant from The Starbucks Foundation—nominated by a local Starbucks employee for its work with domestic and sexual violence survivors. The grant will support 24/7 crisis response services and emergency shelter programs across Josephine County. The Grants Pass Tribune
- ➤ The Jackson County Fair opens today in Central Point with entertainment for all ages including a kids area featuring a shaded water zone, mini golf and rides (with educational shows on exotic birds by Wildlife Wendy) and headliner acts such as Jo Dee Messina on Wednesday, KANSAS on Thursday, Skillet on Friday and a Taylor Swift tribute on Saturday. Parking fees vary by day (free on Tuesday and Sunday) and a park and ride shuttle is available from nearby lots starting 30 minutes before the fair opens until 30 minutes after it closes. KOBI-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On July 12 at 12:16 a.m., emergency crews rescued five individuals and assisted seven more after several people became stranded on a log during an unsanctioned River Glow Float on the Rogue River near Robertson Bridge Road and Lower River Road — authorities later issued 17 citations for safety violations. Medford Alert
- ➤ On July 12, over 100 rafters got stranded on the Rogue River near Robertson Bridge when a drop in the river caused some to hit a partly submerged tree, and emergency teams—Rural Metro Fire, Grants Pass Fire Rescue, and others—rescued everyone safely by early morning. KOBI-TV
- ➤ A fast-moving structure fire escalated Sunday afternoon in O’Brien near Highway 199 when flames spread into nearby brush—firefighters from Grants Pass Fire & Rescue and regional crews contained the blaze, treated two firefighters for heat-related symptoms, declared the structure a total loss, and began investigating the cause. KOBI-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Southern Oregon schools are facing cuts and larger classes as they cope with budget shortfalls from the end of pandemic relief funding and delays in federal aid—causing teacher layoffs and removed programs in Grants Pass and nearby areas. Lawmakers approved a new funding package for the 2025–27 biennium, but the funds will not come in time to cover current deficits. The Grants Pass Tribune
- ➤ Pacific Power Foundation awarded more than $300,000 in grants to 89 nonprofits across Oregon to expand access to education and STEM programs. In Southern Oregon, groups in Jackson, Josephine, Klamath and Lake counties received funding for projects such as a STEM mini maker space at the Rogue Valley Family YMCA in Medford + other youth programs. KDRV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oregon’s Senate Bill 537 passed the House and Senate and now awaits Governor Tina Kotek’s signature, which will require healthcare facilities to offer annual training and support for preventing workplace violence. The bill also mandates that new hires receive training within 90 days—an effort introduced after high numbers of violent incidents were reported among healthcare workers. KOBI-TV
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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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