Good morning, Grants Pass.

Josephine Community Library will host Democracy in Motion from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, July 18 at its Grants Pass branch (200 NW C Street) to discuss how transportation affects daily life and community ties as part of Oregon Humanities’ Beyond 250 initiative.

The East Evans Creek fire burned 1,742 acres overnight due to hot, dry conditions and erratic winds on July 13 + it started when a car crashed into a power pole on July 10.

Grants Pass's Candy Cave is aiming to break a Guinness World Record with its 122.8-ft candy counter and is asking for community help to cover the $8,000 fee needed for certification.

The shop launched a GoFundMe on Tuesday (donations over $50 will earn a name engraving).

One Eleven Theatre Company is presenting Daddy Long Legs at River Valley Church Redwood Campus from Aug.

21 to Aug. 29. Gates open at 6 p.m. to let families enjoy picnics and food truck offerings before the 7:30 p.m. show.

Grants Pass residents pay one combined utility bill of about $121 while Medford residents split municipal charges and water into separate bills totaling roughly $128.58 (est.); recent rate hikes increased Grants Pass water rates by about 25% and Medford's by nearly 50% over the past four years.

Cirque Ma'Ceo Live Show

Unspecified time — Fairgrounds Towing & Fuel LLC — Check event for ticket details — Experience breathtaking acrobatics and the thrill of equestrian performances under the Big Top.

Live Weekend Music at Conner Fields Brewing

6 p.m. — Conner Fields Brewing — Check brewery for details — Enjoy seasonal beers and live music during weekends at this local favorite.

Monster X Tour

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Josephine County Fairgrounds — Tickets start at $19.95 — Experience the thrill of monster trucks and freestyle competitions at this exciting motorsport event.

Monster X Tour

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Josephine County Fairgrounds — Tickets start at $19.95 — Experience thrilling monster truck competitions and meet the drivers up close!