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Grants Pass
Tuesday, October 14th, 2025
Good morning, Grants Pass. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of October.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Southern Oregon residents are urged to shop early for holiday gifts to pay lower prices and avoid extra shipping fees—local stores offer early discounts that help families manage budgets before the busy season. Early shopping is expected to ease stress and secure in-demand items ahead of rising prices. The Grants Pass Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Rogue Community College chapter of AAWCC is holding a bi-annual clothing sale to fund student scholarships for those who need extra financial help. The first sale takes place today at the RCC Riverside Campus in Medford from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.—a second sale is scheduled for Oct. 16 at the Redwood Campus in Grants Pass. KOBI-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Snow fell overnight on Mount Ashland and near Diamond Lake, giving Oregonians an early taste of winter. ODOT says its crews have stocked plows, sand, and de-icer (with staffing challenges) and are beginning to hire seasonal and permanent workers (thanks to restored funding) to be ready for more storms. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Grants Pass Fire Department added a new Pierce Impel fire engine to its fleet at the Parkway Fire Station — it features a water tank that holds 750 gallons and a pump that moves 1,500 gallons per minute to improve response and safety. The engine replaces a 2009 model that now serves as a reserve unit. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Over the weekend, U.S. Forest Service crews practiced short haul helicopter rescues near the Oregon Department of Forestry’s Southwest Oregon District office to maintain their readiness for wildfires and medical emergencies—using 200-foot lines to simulate lowering EMTs and rescuing injured firefighters. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Grants Pass officials face scrutiny after evidence shows that Jeromy Ford emailed city staff during the restricted period of the Addressing Homelessness Grant process—residents plan to raise these concerns today at a county meeting. With over $1 million at stake, critics say inconsistent rule enforcement has undermined public trust in local leadership. The Grants Pass Tribune
- ➤ The Mid Rogue Fire District launched its new website and Facebook page to give Josephine County residents clear fire safety information and service boundaries, following organizational changes that began nearly a year ago with the district now covering 326 square miles. The new site lets residents check if their property is served by the district — a change that affects several rural communities previously managed by another fire department. The Grants Pass Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Last Friday, the community marked World Mental Health Day to raise awareness about mental health and fight stigma—experts report that one in five adults live with a mental illness and urge neighbors to check on those struggling. The event highlighted that care is more available now and reminded everyone that help is ready 24 hours for anyone in crisis. KOBI-TV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Ophelia, a one-year-old dog with a gentle spirit, has won over staff at the Josephine County Animal Shelter and is now fully vetted, spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, and up-to-date on parasite preventatives. Weighing about 45 pounds, she costs $175 for adoption and interested families are encouraged to call (541) 474-5458 to schedule a visit. The Grants Pass Tribune
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Rory Vaden
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