Good morning, Grants Pass.

The City of Grants Pass warns that leaving leaves in the street is not allowed and may block storm drains—residents risk fines if they push yard debris onto public roads.

Those with curbside service should use approved bins while others must take leaves to the transfer station.

A Grants Pass tech firm, Rentec Direct has been named on the Inc. 5000 list for fastest-growing private companies, marking its ninth year on the list with an average 20% growth and a $15 million impact in 2024—showing its key role in the local economy.

It remains one of only two Southern Oregon companies recognized nationally, underlining the region’s emerging innovation scene.

Many Grants Pass residents find it hard to save for retirement as rising costs for housing, healthcare, and groceries leave little money for putting aside, and few employers offer matching retirement plans—financial experts say even small contributions through OregonSaves or a Roth IRA can build a future cushion. This challenge shows that even modest savings efforts are critical despite immediate financial pressures.

Tensions rose outside the downtown post office today as petitioners and supporters clashed over a recall effort targeting Commissioners Chris Barnett and Andreas Blech—petitioners claim they were harassed while supporters defended their right to free speech, and the recall group must gather 7,500 signatures per commissioner by November 23.

Costco members in Oregon are urged to check refrigerators after a recall of Kirkland Signature Ahi Tuna Wasabi Poke packaged on September 18 with a sell-by date of September 22—this product may pose health risks so items must be returned for a full refund and anyone with symptoms should seek medical help.

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.