Good morning, Grants Pass.

The Grants Pass Tribune lays out its plan to deliver factual, balanced news free from sensationalism, focusing on local government, education, and community events.

The paper remains free and is supported by local advertisers + plans to add new features to serve residents.

Josephine County Sheriff’s Office asks residents to help find 71-year-old David Wright, last seen on July 21 at 8 a.m. leaving Jubilation Fellowship Church in Murphy on a white Genesis mountain bicycle — security cameras later captured him near Dollar General at 9:30 a.m.; anyone with tips should call 541-474-5123.

Josephine Community Library launches interactive workshops for children ages 7 to 12 to learn about plant biology and pollinators.

Sessions run Friday, July 31 at Illinois Valley and Saturday, Aug. 1 at Williams and Wolf Creek as part of the official Summer Reading Program.

Fire managers report the East Evans Creek Fire is 66 percent contained after weeks of coordinated work west of Rogue River.

Firefighters are still mopping up hot spots and patrolling control lines as some evacuation notices remain active.

Dating in Grants Pass is increasingly shaped by rising costs and stagnant wages—locals now emphasize financial compatibility early in relationships as close social ties make money matters more visible in a small-town setting.

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!