Good morning, Grants Pass.

Roseburg, Klamath Falls and Grants Pass were named among the top places to live in the Pacific Northwest by WorldAtlas.com on September 18, 2025.

Grants Pass ranked #6 on the list—showing its appeal to both newcomers and long-time residents.

Mt. Ashland will host a guided tour on Saturday, September 20 to show locals its 10-Year Vision for updating chairlifts & modernizing Locker Lodge.

The event will explain how planned improvements will boost outdoor recreation and invite community support for funding the projects.

This morning, North Valley High School's music and band teacher Max Jones was named Southern Oregon Teacher of the Year after receiving a record 34 nominations—he is now in the running for the 2025-26 Oregon Teacher of the Year award, with the winner to be announced in October.

U.S. Rep. Cliff Bentz has stopped holding in-person town halls because activists disrupted his meetings and now holds virtual sessions to discuss local topics such as rural health care and federal spending.

He will visit Grants Pass next week for an exclusive interview with the Grants Pass Tribune to explain his new approach and answer questions from local voters—aiming to clarify his shift amid community concerns.

Oregon law requires drivers to yield when emergency vehicles flash lights and sound sirens — local motorists must slow down, signal, and pull as far right as possible until the vehicles pass safely.

This helps emergency responders, like fire engines and ambulances, reach those in need without delay.

Tensions rose as county officials claimed on September 15 that a lease with the community library was approved — the county said amendments were delivered while library supporters argued that key sections were removed and no agreement was final.

Commissioner Chris Barnett reiterated the lease on September 17, but past votes and conflicting statements show that disagreements over the lease remain unresolved.

The Oregon Attorney General warned Southern Oregon SNAP users that card skimming devices on payment terminals at grocery and convenience stores are stealing funds needed for food — officials reported that losses in early September left families at increased risk since stolen benefits are not replaced. This threat could impact both local households and businesses as the scam continues to grow.

The Rogue River Jr. Sr. High girls' soccer team started its District 4 schedule with a 2 to 0 win at home and earned an even bigger win on the road with fewer goals—showing a strong start to the season.

The team will face additional league matches as the season continues.

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.

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.

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.