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Grants Pass
Thursday, December 18th, 2025
Good morning, Grants Pass. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ City officials invite residents and photographers (including students, hobbyists, and professionals) from Southern Oregon counties to submit photos for the 2025 Water Quality Report contest. Entries must follow guidelines and be in by 5 p.m. on Dec. 31, 2025 for a chance to win $200 and $100 cash prizes. The Grants Pass Tribune
- ➤ The 18th annual community toy drive was held yesterday when Les Schwab, Community Works, and KOBI-TV/NBC5 loaded donations worth over $56K—showing strong local support—for delivery to Living Waters Church in Medford for age sorting. KOBI-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ As winter sets in, local homeowners are urged to schedule professional chimney sweeps to inspect and clean their fireplaces and wood stoves (excess soot and creosote can lead to dangerous chimney fires) and ensure safe use during colder months. The Grants Pass Tribune
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ With less than ten days until Christmas, last-minute shoppers in Grants Pass are urged to buy gifts in person to avoid shipping delays — stores locally and in nearby Medford offer broader choices. Shoppers are advised to plan off-peak visits to browse quieter aisles. The Grants Pass Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Logan Snow scored 14+ points as the Chiefs won a tournament game in the Rogue River Classic against South Umpqua. The team will play in the championship game soon. Rogue River Press
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