Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of July.
Good morning, Grants Pass.
🏘️ Community
Residents have many ways to enjoy this weekend, from the Saturday Grants Pass Growers Market to the Southern Oregon Flea Market at the Josephine County Fairgrounds, and events in Jacksonville, Ashland, Medford, and the Applegate Valley.
Outdoor adventures, theater shows, and local food tastings add local flavor + community pride.
💼 Business
Food truck owner Nik Martin is shaping The Meltdown by inviting local residents to suggest sandwich recipes as he tests each with locally sourced ingredients (supporting area farms, bakeries, and businesses).
The team is working daily to refine the menu before opening.
🌲 Environment
The East Evans Creek Fire covers nearly 18,000 acres as firefighters build containment lines in rugged mountain terrain near Medford.
Evacuation notices and road closures remain in effect in parts of Jackson and Douglas counties + smoke has affected air quality across the Rogue Valley.
🏥 Health
Many Southern Oregon veterans now face unaffordable dental bills — routine treatments can cost thousands that exceed fixed incomes.
Rising living expenses force delays in care, leaving veterans to endure worsening oral health.
🎉 Grants Pass Events
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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!
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