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Sunday, August 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Grants Pass. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.

CRIME NEWS

  • 56-year-old Shannon Dixon Beckett was arrested on Wednesday on multiple charges including three counts of reckless burning, criminal trespass and a second degree arson charge as well as charges for reckless endangerment and disorderly conduct—he remains in the adult jail with bail set at $60,000.  KOBI-TV

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • ODHS is forming a specialized team to review past SNAP benefit errors, improve staff training, and boost communication with recipients—more than 600,000 families rely on accurate benefits. The move responds to new federal rules that could force the state to repay millions if errors continue.  The Grants Pass Tribune

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Doom Scroll Concert

    8-11:30 p.m. — Our Studio — Free venue parking — Enjoy an energizing night with Doom Scroll and supporting acts RawkWater and Hard 2 Market.

    Tue, 8/26/25

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  • ABRA Cadabra - Tribute to ABBA

    7:30-9:00 p.m. — Rogue Theatre — Tickets required — Dance and sing along to the unforgettable hits of ABBA in this lively tribute show.

    Tue, 9/16/25

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

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JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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