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Wednesday, September 18th, 2024
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Good morning, Grants Pass. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Grants Pass City Council approves a $6.1 million renovation for Caveman Pool, aiming to enhance local recreational facilities with new features despite a smaller overall size. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Rural Metro Fire advises caution for Rogue River rafters as decreasing water levels increase risks and complicate rescues. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Grants Pass introduced its first StoryWalk installations in Reinhart Volunteer and Redwood Parks to combine reading with physical activity, featuring two bilingual stories for families. The Grants Pass Tribune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon Arts Commission is distributing $1,378,696 in grants to 181 arts organizations for fiscal year 2025, with amounts ranging from $3,300 to $20,000. KOBI-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kellen Akiyama, a teacher in Grants Pass, wins Southern Oregon Teacher of the Year for his innovative and inclusive teaching methods, alongside a $1,000 prize. KOBI-TV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Grants Pass offers an ideal autumnal setting for brisk walks, enhancing physical, mental, and social wellness. The Grants Pass Tribune
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