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Tuesday, October 15th, 2024

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Good morning, Grants Pass. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Grants Pass commemorates Columbus Day with closures of government offices and a mix of open retail and recreational venues, amidst discussions on the holiday's evolving legacy.  The Grants Pass Tribune
  • Josephine County Food Bank and Options of Southern Oregon are hosting an empty bowl fundraiser to address food insecurity, aiming to raise $15,000 for community support services.  KDRV

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A Hellgate jet boat collision in August, primarily attributed to the Hellgate pilot under Oregon navigation rules, was due to excessive speed and operator error.  KOBI-TV

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • A bipartisan group is nearing the signature threshold required to initiate a recall election for Josephine County Commissioner John West, citing his actions as unethical.  KOBI-TV

HEALTH NEWS

  • Vitamin D supplementation during Southern Oregon's winter is beneficial for overall health, given the limited sunlight exposure.  The Grants Pass Tribune

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Annual River Clean Up Day

    Experience a day of community service by volunteering for the Annual River Clean Up, where you can help keep the river clean and enjoy a BBQ afterwards.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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  • Kaleidoscope Play & Learn - A Fun Learning Experience for Young Children

    Experience a nurturing environment where children ages 0–5 learn through play with activities like singing, storytelling, and crafting with family and caregivers.

    Wed, 10/23/24

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  • Alcyon Massive Concert

    Experience a night filled with live music at the Alcyon Massive concert held at The Hivve in Grants Pass.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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  • 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk Fundraiser

    Experience a community-focused fundraiser featuring both a 5K run and a 1-mile fun run/walk supporting local youth programs.

    Sat, 11/2/24

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  • Sprout a Reader Storytime for Young Children

    Learn how to create engaging storytime experiences for children ages birth to five during this weekly program for caregivers.

    Thu, 11/7/24

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  • Second Saturday Vineyard Celebration

    Experience delightful estate wines alongside live music and food trucks at Two Rivers Vineyard's Second Saturday event.

    Sat, 11/9/24

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  • Live Music with Fox and Bones

    Experience a vibrant live performance by Fox and Bones at The Hivve in Grants Pass.

    Sun, 11/10/24

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  • Kaleidoscope Play and Learn Group

    Experience a delightful weekly gathering for children aged 0–5 and their families, focused on learning through play with songs, stories, and crafts.

    Wed, 11/13/24

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  • Live Acoustic Performance by Chris Baron at the Grants Pass Museum of Art

    Experience an intimate live music performance featuring original acoustic compositions by Chris Baron, blending genres and heartfelt melodies.

    Thu, 11/14/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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