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Thursday, July 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Grants Pass. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In 2022, Ron and Sue Loynds, who live on Rogue River and are the uncle and aunt to Chief Mike Hammond—head of Jackson County Fire District No. 1—donated a boat named Miss Patty to GP Rescue Unit to support its operations. Rogue River Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Four small fires broke out along Riverbanks Road at mile marker 21 north of Wilderville Wednesday afternoon—ODF, Rural Metro Fire and Grants Pass Fire crews responded with engines, a water tender and a Type 2 helicopter and put all the fires out with the largest burning about a quarter acre while mopping-up continues and investigations into the cause proceed. KOBI-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon Shakespeare Festival is marking its 90th anniversary season by featuring As You Like It as a standout production—drawing attention for its fresh take on a classic work. The play is scheduled to be a key part of the season's lineup that brings Shakespeare to local audiences. Rogue River Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Adult emerald ash borers in Oregon began emerging in early June and have peaked this month—traps capture these tiny pests that are as small as a penny. Rogue River Press
- ➤ Fifteen local teens spent the summer restoring nature by building trails, fire lines, and marking timber in the Rogue Valley as part of the Ashland Watershed Youth Ecological Training and Employment program—working with resource experts from several agencies. The program, now in its 13th year after being reduced from 20 to 15 students, will have its participants graduate today. KOBI-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Evans Valley Fire District held its board meeting on July 10 to introduce new Assistant Chief Tom McGowan—officials said the department will begin seismic work in the fall. Rogue River Press
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Later this month, the local Three Rivers Youth Baseball 11U All-Star team, who won the state championship in Eugene, will travel to a regional tournament in Meridian, Idaho—where top youth teams from several states and Canada will compete. The team seeks community support to help cover travel, lodging, and tournament costs. 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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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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