Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 2nd of August.
Good morning, Grants Pass.
🏘️ Community
The Josephine County Farm Bureau hosted Friday morning's inaugural Bean Bag Toss Competition at the county fair, where 34 students from FFA, 4-H & Youth Ag programs competed across five age divisions.
Winners received Dairy Queen gift cards valued at $20, $15 & $10 to celebrate local community spirit.
💼 Business
Grants Pass officials have launched an online survey for business owners to share input for the Small Business Task Force’s review + submissions must include a Business Tax Certificate ID before the survey closes at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, Aug.
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🎭 Culture
Josephine County Historical Society has shared a look at the fair’s history, which began in 1914 with agricultural exhibits and moved to Redwood Highway in 1927 (the fair closed its historic stone towers in 1956).
Today is the fair’s last day.
🌲 Environment
A wildfire broke out along I-5 north of Grants Pass on Saturday and grew to roughly 80 acres before firefighters used bulldozers (and other equipment) to build containment lines and protect homes.
Overnight crews continued to secure the perimeter while authorities kept evacuation orders for nearby residents in effect.
Southern Oregon will have a hot, dry week starting today with sunny skies and rising temperatures—triple digits are expected inland while coastal areas remain cooler.
Residents in Grants Pass should watch for wildfire smoke (which may affect visibility) as they travel and enjoy outdoor activities.
🏛️ Government
Federal SNAP changes will be phased in over the next year for Southern Oregon households, introducing work requirements, new documentation, and adjustments to utility deductions (which may lower benefits) during recertification or new applications.
Additionally, households in 10 counties can request temporary disaster assistance until Aug. 14.
🏈 Sports
Grants Pass Downs will launch its 2026 Fall Race Meet this September at the Don Jackson Racing Facility at the Josephine County Fairgrounds, offering 10 days of Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse racing through October 12.
The event will include varied post times and full-day track festivities.
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