Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of September.
Good morning, Grants Pass.
🏘️ Community
On Sunday at Grants Pass Downs, Rex on the Rogue hosted a horse race that featured a playful spectacle where a group of T. rexes charged down the track, sparking community laughter.
The unique event showcased local spirit and creativity.
🎓 Education
Grants Pass School District 7 students made gains in reading & math during the 2025–26 school year, scoring above state averages in key grades.
Teachers used revised lesson plans and ongoing assessments to support growth and will focus on further improving math performance.
RCC and LBCC are launching a diagnostic imaging program—offering a local pathway to train radiologic technologists.
Students in Jackson and Josephine counties will begin prerequisites at RCC before taking online classes and hands-on clinical training in Grants Pass and Medford.
🌲 Environment
Firefighters from ODF + Grants Pass Fire Rescue and Rural Metro Fire held a grass fire to an estimated quarter acre on Crow Road near Merlin Wednesday afternoon and continued working to secure the remaining half of the perimeter.
🏛️ Government
State Sen. Kathleen Taylor and state Rep. Dacia Grayber asked Asante on Wednesday to explain consultant payments that appear nearly $1 million higher than reported in federal filings.
The request comes as the hospital system makes service and staffing cuts (which may impact care in Grants Pass) amid financial pressures.
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