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Saturday, October 18th, 2025
Good morning, Grants Pass. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Grants Pass has launched the 2025 'What Water Means to Me' photo contest inviting photographers to capture images of water in Curry—Jackson—Josephine—Klamath counties for the city’s Water Quality Report. The contest offers $200 for first prize and $100 for second prize, with submissions due by 5 p.m. December 26 and winners notified by email on January 9. The Grants Pass Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Families in Southern Oregon are using daily positive affirmations to boost kids' confidence as the school year starts. Parents write kind notes or send texts—simple messages that help children feel supported and ease worries during busy mornings. The Grants Pass Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The federal government shutdown continues into its third week and puts November SNAP benefits at risk for tens of thousands of residents in southern Oregon if lawmakers fail to restore funding. State agencies warn that without additional federal dollars, rural communities may face food shortages next month. The Grants Pass Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local organizations in Southern Oregon—fire departments, community colleges, and hospitals—are offering CPR classes and refresher courses to help residents learn how to act in emergencies. These classes include both in-person and hybrid courses with easy online or phone sign-up options. The Grants Pass Tribune
- ➤ Today, all Human Bean locations will donate 100% of food and drink sales proceeds — funds that help pay for mammograms, follow-up care, and breast cancer education for local patients. For 20 years, the company has raised over $4.2m with events like Coffee for a Cure — a program that once aided breast cancer survivor Cindy Jarrell by ensuring she got early care. KOBI-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rogue River Jr. Sr. High girls’ soccer coach Clyde Fields did not discuss playoff plans even as his team enjoyed its best season in his three years—recording records of 6-3-2 and 6-2-1 in different competitions. The Chieftains’ playoff chances remain uncertain as the season continues. Rogue River Press
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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.
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The Stinkfoot Orchestra Tribute to Frank Zappa
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Rogue Theatre — Check for ticket info — Enjoy a captivating 14-piece tribute to Frank Zappa featuring Zappa alumnus Napoleon Murphy Brock.
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