Good morning, Grants Pass.

This summer, Spectrum increased its monthly internet charge by $10 for Southern Oregon customers, pushing bills to about $130 and adding over $120 annually to expenses.

The rate hikes have especially affected households on fixed incomes & raised concerns over affordability.

Josephine Community Library hosts Reading with Lois, a book discussion on Richard Bell’s The American Revolution and the Fate of the World from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept.

3 at (200 NW C Street); community members may join whether or not they have read the book.

A fast-moving wildfire near Rogue River expanded to between 100 and 200 acres on Thursday, prompting evacuations and heavy firefighting efforts; firefighters battled wind, spotting, and steep terrain as aircraft and ground crews worked to strengthen suppression lines while officials urged motorists to avoid I-5 (evacuation boundaries evolving).

On Friday, Aug. 14, state health officials reported 45 measles cases, surpassing records since 1991.

Residents are advised to verify their vaccination status and seek medical care if symptoms develop, plus officials are monitoring clusters linked to the national surge.

Cyclists from across the country will gather in Grants Pass for Cycle Oregon Rally 2026, a five-day event from Aug.

28 through Sept. 2 that features daily road & gravel rides and evening community gatherings at Riverside Park. Registration closes on Monday, Aug. 17.