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Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Grants Pass. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After a record turnout last year, the Rogue Motor Show returns today at the Pottsville Historical Museum with fun for the whole family. Registration will begin at 4:00 p.m. — vehicle entry costs $20 and admission is $7 with free entry for kids — as the event offers a mix of vehicles, live music, food trucks and a bounce house. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Betty is a three-year-old dog who has overcome a difficult past and now needs a forever home—she is fixed, vaccinated, and available for adoption at $175 while showing a gentle temperament with children. Interested adopters should call the Josephine County Animal Shelter to check her availability. The Grants Pass Tribune
- ➤ Today, Dutch Bros shops are partnering with Make-A-Wish Oregon to donate $1 from every drink sold to help grant children's wishes. The 100 participating shops across Oregon and Southwest Washington feature wish kid broistas—supporting the community with each purchase. KDRV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Rogue Salad Co. opened its second Southern Oregon location on August 19 at the Riverway Building on Southeast 6th Street — a project funded by an Urban Renewal Grant — to offer fresh, locally sourced meals and boost downtown activity. The Grants Pass Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officer Caleb Ardaiz completed a 16-week training program at the DPSST Academy on August 22 and now returns to Grants Pass to begin field training—he will work with experienced officers to put his classroom skills to use. His graduation marks a key step to strengthen the police department amid ongoing staffing challenges. The Grants Pass Tribune
- ➤ On Monday, August 25, petitioners will file formal recall papers to remove County Commissioners Chris Barnett and Andreas Blech—accusing them of mismanagement and poor decisions that hurt county operations and waste funds. This move follows months of public debate and may lead to recall elections later this year. The Grants Pass Tribune
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Grants Pass are finding smart shopping opportunities at secondhand stores, yard sales, and online platforms—saving money while recycling items. This thrifty trend helps families get quality goods at lower prices and supports local sustainability. The Grants Pass Tribune
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, professional boxing returns to the region at Seven Feathers Casino in Canyonville with the Clash at the Casino II event—featuring fighters from around the world and local boxer Bryce Bradbeer making his professional debut. Fights will begin at 7 p.m. KOBI-TV
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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.
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