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Grants Pass
Wednesday, September 10th, 2025
Good morning, Grants Pass. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, September 12, the Josephine County Fairgrounds will host the Southern Oregon Senior Resource Fair, a free, daylong event featuring a Veteran Recognition Ceremony at 10 a.m.—and a Disaster Preparedness Event at 1 p.m. aimed at providing seniors and families with vital services and information. The Grants Pass Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Seven earthquakes ranging from magnitude 2.7 to 5.8 hit the Southern Oregon Coast overnight near the Juan de Fuca Plate—Brian Nieuwenhuis with the National Weather Service in Medford said they did not pose any danger because of their depth and distance from shore. Oregon Governor Tina Kotek signed an executive order on Monday directing agencies to develop seismic safety plans for key buildings. KOBI-TV
- ➤ The Oregon Department of Forestry lowered fire danger today from extreme to high across 1.8 million acres in Jackson and Josephine counties as cooler weather and rain eased some fire restrictions. Spark-emitting equipment such as chainsaws and lawn mowers can now be used before 10 a.m. and after 8 p.m.—but debris burning and fireworks remain banned. KOBI-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In Grants Pass, resident Michael Servant disputes the city’s handling of a homeless camp on 5th and 6th streets—he argues that managing the site violates nuisance codes, while officials say public property is treated differently. The dispute has increased police reviews and sparked calls for stricter oversight as neighborhood disruptions continue and the camp is set to remain until at least June 2026. The Grants Pass Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Rogue Valley Timbers Soccer Club will start Silent Saturday in early October to keep games quiet and let players focus on the field—Executive Director David Horst, who recently returned after a family break, said the change will support more than 150 volunteer-run teams—ensuring fun and safe play for local kids. KOBI-TV
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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.
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Brothers Reed Live Performance
6-8 p.m. — WEEKEND BEER COMPANY — Enjoy a night of live music with Brothers Reed at one of Grants Pass's finest venues.
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Fort Vannoy Farms Haunted Corn Maze
8-10 p.m. — Fort Vannoy Farms — Timed tickets required — Experience an unforgettable night of thrills with clowns, vampires, and zombies in a thrilling haunted maze.
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Elton Dan and the Rocket Band
8-10 p.m. — Rogue Theatre — $ — Experience the magic of Elton John's music performed live by superfan Elton Dan.
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