Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of October.
Good morning, Grants Pass.
🚧 Accidents
On Oct. 12, a vegetation fire on Opal Lane in Merlin was 100% wet-lined — crews continue mop-up work to eliminate hot spots.
🎭 Culture
The Oregon Arts Commission awarded over $1.3M in grants to 317 arts organizations for fiscal year 2027 (July 2026 to June 2027), with several Southern Oregon groups receiving up to $18K to support local art programs.
🌲 Environment
The Oregon Department of Forestry is investing $10 million to reduce wildfire risks by thinning forests, initiating prescribed burns and building fuel breaks across over 6,400 acres in Jackson, Josephine, Grants and Douglas counties—projects in southern Oregon will receive $4.85 million and continue until June 2029.
🏛️ Government
Oregon’s Department of Emergency Management is conducting a statewide exercise starting today and running through Oct.
16 to test its long-term recovery plan from a simulated volcanic eruption using a realistic scenario. The drill brings together state agencies, counties, tribes and community partners serving as evaluators to enhance recovery strategies.
🏈 Sports
Today, a frost advisory from 2:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. warns residents in parts of Josephine County + valleys to cover plants to avoid damage.
SOU football lost to Simpson this weekend as running back Fresh Ison rushed for a career-high 212 yards and four touchdowns on 27 carries.
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