Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of October.
Good morning, Grants Pass.
💼 Business
Mt. Ashland is preparing for its winter season with a target opening on December 13 for skiing and snowboarding.
Skiers can save up to $100 on season passes if purchased by October 31—pass holders who pick up passes by November 21 enter a $50 gift card drawing while the community is invited to a Winter Kick-Off Party on November 22 and the Chairlift Replacement Project is underway.
🎓 Education
Rogue Community College will hold its $1 clothing sale at the Redwood Campus in Grants Pass on Oct.
16 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.—shoppers can buy gently used clothing, shoes, and accessories to support student scholarships. Donations are accepted until Oct. 13 at RCC campuses during business hours.
🌲 Environment
Wildfire season in Southern Oregon has seen 272 fires with fewer acres burned than average, which shows that firefighters have controlled the fires well.
The Oregon Department of Forestry warns that warmer, windy weather next week may start fall fires—debris burns are still illegal.
🏛️ Government
Oregon’s STEP Advisory Committee will meet Tuesday, Oct.
14 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Evergreen conference room at Cartwright’s Taprock Grill & Restaurant in Grants Pass—discussing its role in salmon and trout enhancement.
Grants Pass City Council is considering spending $1.5 million to renovate Caveman Pool, which is leaking 30,000 gallons each day and has serious maintenance issues.
The city is reaching out to aquatic partners for cost estimates—options include selling the pool to the YMCA or School District 7 if they agree to cover demolition funds.
🏥 Health
The Oregon Nurses Association said that if Congress does not extend Affordable Care Act tax credits, 35,000 Oregonians will lose help with premiums and over 111,000 may face higher health care costs.
Nurses in Medford warned that the government shutdown adds extra pressure to hospitals and caregivers — a concern that will affect many families.
🎉 Grants Pass Events
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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.
The Rogue Gem & Geology Club Show
9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Josephine County Fairgrounds — Free admission — Explore stunning gems and minerals while enjoying a silent auction and raffle.
🏠 Grants Pass Real Estate
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