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Wednesday, November 4, 2026

Dollar Mountain turns one, and you're invited Sunday

Plus, the city backs Parker's Place Village and 2027 health enrollment is open.

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Dollar Mountain's trail system turns one with a Sunday party at the trailhead

The Dollar Mountain party runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Hieglen Loop trailhead, 235 Hieglen Loop, Grants Pass

Midnight6 a.m.Noon6 p.m.10 a.m.to 2 p.m.
  • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Anniversary celebration
Date
Sun., Nov. 8
Guided hike
Noon, about 2.5 miles

Sources: Your Oregon News, Grants Pass Tribune

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WhenWhat
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Anniversary celebration
DateSun., Nov. 8
Guided hikeNoon, about 2.5 miles

If you hike or ride, put Sun., Nov. 8 on the calendar. A community gathering marks the trail system's first year from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 235 Hieglen Loop, with goodies, giveaways, bike demonstrations and a guided hike.

leads the guided hike at noon. BikeKraft will run the bike demos, and younger riders can take laps on the Cha-Ching! trail straight from the parking area. You'll also get a first look at the Rogue Valley Mountain Bike Association's custom bike rack.

  • Where: 235 Hieglen Loop, Grants Pass
  • Bring: hiking boots or a bike suited to your plans
  • Meet: the city's new Urban Forestry & Trails Coordinator

Dollar Mountain's anniversary party fits into four hours

1 year
of the Dollar Mountain trail system
4 hours
of activities at the trailhead
2.5 miles
for the noon guided hike

Sources: Your Oregon News, Grants Pass Tribune

If you'd like to pitch in, the first public trail workday is planned for the following week.

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News Notes

Parker's Place

The City of Grants Pass has sent a letter of support to , the 150-person homeless shelter, as it works to finish construction improvements and set a long-term financial plan. The Nov. 2 announcement followed an Oct. 28 meeting with operator Elk Island Trading Group and The Do Good Foundation. Grants Pass Tribune

Health plans

Oregon's enrollment period for 2027 coverage is open through Jan. 15, 2027, with a new state application system and higher average premiums. Finish by Dec. 31 and coverage starts Jan. 1. Grants Pass Tribune

Oregon's 2027 health insurance enrollment runs through Jan. 15

  1. Nov. 1Oregon's annual enrollment period opens.
  2. Dec. 31Last day to enroll for coverage starting Jan. 1.
  3. Jan. 1Coverage begins for those who enrolled by Dec. 31.
  4. Jan. 15Enrollment closes.
  5. Feb. 1Coverage begins for those who enroll from Jan. 1 to Jan. 15.

Source: Grants Pass Tribune

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Jimi Lasquete and his wife open My Island Kitchen and My Coastal Cravings today, Wed., Nov. 4, at The Growler Guys, 531 NE F St. Lasquete's career spans more than 30 years. Grants Pass Tribune

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Bob and SpongeBob are this week's featured adoptable dogs at the Josephine County Animal Shelter. Both have experience living with other dogs. Grants Pass Tribune

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Friday, Nov. 6 is the first Friday of the month, which means chicken fried steak at the American Legion Grants Pass Post 28. The dinner comes with mashed potatoes and gravy, and it runs from 4 to 6 p.m. Comfort food, served the old-fashioned way. We'll gladly take the gravy.

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Dollar Mountain turns one, and you're invited Sunday

Plus, the city backs Parker's Place Village and 2027 health enrollment is open.

The TLDR

  1. Dollar Mountain's trail system turns one with a Sunday party
  2. Will you head to the Dollar Mountain party?
  3. City sends letter of support to Parker's Place Village
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