Thursday, October 24th, 2024

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Good morning, Grants Pass. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Grants Pass will celebrate the grand reopening of its downtown Welcome Center on October 24th, aiming to bolster community engagement and local economy through renovated spaces and enhanced visitor resources. The Grants Pass Tribune
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A father and son, initially missing while hunting near O’Brien, were found safe after a two-day search according to the Josephine County Sheriff’s Office. The Grants Pass Tribune
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Shari's Café and Pies has closed all 42 of its Oregon locations, with its parent company confirming and leaving the reason undisclosed amidst speculation of financial difficulties. The Grants Pass Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cecil Felkins, lauded for his impactful educational approach at South Valley Academy, will be honored during a football game. Rogue River Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon State Marine Board approved new regulations targeting non-motorized boating on the Upper Rogue River to address safety and congestion without heavily restricting motorized boats. KDRV
- ➤ Firefighters successfully contained an Applegate Valley wildfire to less than 1.25 acres, with authorities reminding residents to remain cautious due to ongoing fire season conditions. Medford Alert
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Josephine County residents see a 15% increase in property taxes due to the creation of a new law enforcement service district following Measure 17-115. KOBI-TV
- ➤ Josephine County officials are considering creating a rural fire protection district, addressing residents' concerns about coverage, financial impact, and communication, with a final decision expected on November 20th, 2024. KOBI-TV
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Kaleidoscope Play and Learn Group
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Live Acoustic Performance by Chris Baron at the Grants Pass Museum of Art
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New Constellations Live at The Haul
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Gabriel Rutledge Stand-Up Comedy Show in Grants Pass
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