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Suspects Refused to Leave Parker's Place Village, One Lodged, Other Cited

Grants Pass Police lodged one and cited another after the two suspects refused to leave Parker's Place Village.

The manager of the 210 Redwood Highway location had told the suspects to vacate the premises, and called 911 requesting the two be trespassed. They were advised that if they did not leave, law enforcement would take action.

Upon arrival of officers, the suspects were contacted and detained. One of the suspects was released with a citation for Second Degree Criminal Trespass. Probable cause was established for the same charge against the second suspect, Skyler Terry.

He resisted arrest, was placed in a WRAP device, and then taken into custody after medical clearance. He was lodged in the Josephine County Jail for the trespass charge and Resisting Arrest.

Posted on 10/16/26 11:42AM by Alex Bauer

GP Police Lodge Woman Wanted on Six Warrants, Meth Charge Referred

A woman wanted on six warrants was apprehended by Grants Pass Police inside Parker's Place.

Brittany Adams was observed sleeping on a couch at the 210 Redwood Highway location Thursday at 4:41 p.m. The responding officer knew she had valid warrants out of the police department for her arrest, so she was taken into custody.

Adams six warrants charged her with Second Degree Criminal Trespass, Possession of Fentanyl, and four counts of Methamphetamine Possession. During a consent search of her person, police found a Ziploc baggie with a white colored residue inside.

Following a positive field test of the residue for meth, Adams was transported to and lodged in the Josephine County Adult Jail Facility on her warrants. An additional charge of Meth Possession was referred to the District Attorney's Office.

Posted on 10/16/26 11:19AM by Alex Bauer

West Fork Evans Creek Fire 30% Lined, Aggressive Attack Continues

Despite challenges, the West Fork Evans Creek Fire is now 30% lined thanks to overnight efforts.

According to the Oregon Department of Forestry Southwest Oregon District, crews concentrated much of their efforts along the southwestern portion of the fire, strengthening existing firelines and working to establish additional containment opportunities.

The fire is now estimated at 200 acres. While cooler temperatures and some overnight humidity recovery were expected to help reduce fire activity, heavy fuel loads and a temperature inversion contributed to more persistent burning than anticipated. Southeast winds also influenced fire behavior overnight, including a roughly two-acre spot fire 1,000 feet from the main body of the fire that firefighters are successfully holding.

Steep slopes, hazardous snags and heavy concentrations of fuels have added complexity to suppression efforts. Today, firefighters will continue aggressive suppression efforts across the fire.

Resources assigned include six 20-person hand crews, three dozers, six water tenders, three task force leaders, three heavy equipment bosses and additional overhead personnel. Specialized falling resources are also assigned to address hazardous trees and improve firefighter safety.

Four Type 1 helicopters, along with an air attack aircraft, are assigned to the incident to support aggressive suppression efforts. Weather conditions will present additional challenges today, with temperatures expected to reach approximately 83 degrees.

No structures have been lost as a result of the fire, and none are threatened at this time. The cause of the fire is not immediately apparent.

Posted on 10/16/26 11:00AM by Alex Bauer

Two Suspects Wanted by MPD Trespassed, Arrested in Separate GPPD Cases

Grants Pass Police arrested two suspects in separate trespassing cases Thursday for active warrants.

The first suspect, Kenneth Snook, was contacted for trespassing on Les Schwab property around 7:39 a.m. He was found to have a warrant out of the Medford Police Department for Possession of Methamphetamine. His identity and warrant were confirmed, and officers took Snook into custody.

He was trespassed from the 320 Union Avenue business, and lodged in the Josephine County Jail. He was later conditionally released.

That same morning around 8:18 a.m., an officer was conducting a proactive area check of the vacant property behind Spirit Halloween. A camp site was seen in the area, and two individuals were trespassed.

One of the suspects Jeffrey Hobson, was discovered to be wanted out of Medford for Littering within 100 Yards of State Water. He was arrested and lodged in the Adult Jail Facility for his warrant. A receipt for his property was provided.

Posted on 10/16/26 9:36AM by Alex Bauer

Library AED Helps Save Man’s Life during Williams Town Hall

Quick action by local firefighters and the Josephine Community Library Williams Branch Supervisor helped save a man’s life Wednesday evening.

According to a release, the man went into cardiac arrest during a community town hall at the Williams Grange. Firefighters attending the meeting immediately began CPR but did not have emergency medical equipment with them because they had arrived in personal vehicles. An automated external defibrillator (AED) was retrieved from the Williams branch library next door, allowing the fire chief to administer lifesaving treatment.

The incident highlights the importance of having accessible AEDs in community spaces, especially a rural community where it is already challenging to access emergency support.

Posted on 10/16/26 7:34AM by Alex Bauer

Fireline Established Along 20% of West Fork Evans Creek Fire's Perimeter

Firefighters have now established firelines along approximately 20% of the West Fork Evans Creek Fire’s perimeter, marking another step forward in suppression efforts. According to the Oregon Department of Forestry Southwest Oregon District, much of this progress has been concentrated on the western perimeter, where crews have been utilizing a combination of hose lays, dozer lines and direct handline construction. With additional fireline established on the west side, resources are now shifting their focus toward the eastern perimeter. Fire activity subsided considerably since sunset, giving firefighters an opportunity to take advantage of more favorable overnight conditions. Cooler temperatures and increasing relative humidity helped to further moderate fire behavior as crews continue work to extend firelines. The fire’s most recent acreage estimate is approximately 125 acres according to the Watch Duty app. No structures have been lost, and the official cause of the fire remains under investigation.

Posted on 10/16/26 6:52AM by Alex Bauer

Fireline Established along 5% of West Fork Evans Creek Fire

Crews have established fireline along approximately 5% of the 75 to 80 acre West Fork Evans Creek Fire. According to the Oregon Department of Forestry Southwest Oregon District, steep slopes and challenging terrain continue to make water access difficult for ground crews. Despite these challenges, firefighters are making progress through an aggressive initial attack, with ground and aerial resources working together to support suppression efforts. Night shift resources have been ordered to continue operations overnight, including six water tenders, seven engines, three dozers, six hand crews and additional overhead personnel. Aircraft are wrapping up operations as daylight allows, with ground resources continuing suppression efforts into the night.

Posted on 10/15/26 6:38PM by Alex Bauer

West Fork Evans Creek Fire Estimated between 75 to 80 Acres

The West Fork Evans Creek Fire is now estimated at 75 to 80 acres, according to updated acreage from air attack. The Oregon Department of Forestry Southwest Oregon District reports firefighters are continuing their aggressive initial attack, with two Type 1 helicopters actively engaged in water drops. One helicopter is working along the head of the fire, while the other is focusing on the lower portion. The fire is pushing away from the East Evans Creek Fire burn scar, running nearly parallel to it, and is moving down into a clear-cut area on the south side, where a dozer is actively working. The fire has reached the ridgetop, where steep terrain and limited water access continue to present challenges. Despite these conditions, ground crews and aircraft are working hard in tandem to support ongoing suppression efforts.

Posted on 10/15/26 6:07PM by Alex Bauer

West Fork Evans Creek Fire Estimated between 90 to 100 Acres

The West Fork Evans Creek Fire is, according to the Watch Duty app, between 90 to 100 acres after being reported around 3:27 p.m. today. The Oregon Department of Forestry Southwest Oregon District reports steep terrain, winds along the ridgetops, and areas of slash are contributing to fire growth. Crews are continuing an aggressive initial attack, working to slow the fire’s forward progress and establish containment lines. Firefighters are coordinating ground and aerial resources to target areas of active fire growth and strengthen suppression efforts. An additional Type 1 helicopter is en route, bringing the total to two Type 1 helicopters, and air attack has been ordered to assist with aerial coordination. Additional resources continue to respond as firefighters work to gain ground on the fire.

Posted on 10/15/26 5:12PM by Alex Bauer

IVFD, AMR, JoCo Sheriff's Office Responded to Single-Vehicle Traffic Accident

A traffic accident was reported at the intersection of Rockydale Road and Waldo Road in Cave Junction at 12:37 this afternoon.

The Illinois Valley Fire District, the Josephine County Sheriff's Office, and American Medical Response were dispatched to the single-vehicle incident. Upon arrival, units identified a vehicle overturned off the roadway and positioned within the marsh.

IVFD successfully extricated the occupant, and AMR stabilized the patient for transport with non-life-threatening injuries. The scene was transitioned to the Sheriff’s Department, and the vehicle was towed from the scene.

Posted on 10/15/26 2:33PM by Alex Bauer

BCC Approved Travel Request, Agricultural Education Grant Application with Amendment

The County Commissioners convened today for approval of an Out-of-State travel request, and a discussion on agricultural education grant applications.

The board convened in the BCC Conference Room at 1:30 p.m. and were presented with a travel request by Community Development. The Commercial Plans Examiner would travel for leadership training in Nashville, Tennessee. The total travel expense would be $3,675.

The department was only asking for any per diems costing about $395 to be taken out of the building safety budget. A motion to give authorization to travel passed 3-0.

After the workshop, the board reconvened as the governing body of the 4H/Extension and Service District for a grant application discussion. The County has $30,000 for agricultural education as part of the service district, with a plan to open up application acceptance for a month.

A motion to approve the grant application with an amendment to have what was presented be sent back to Legal Counsel to add a clause related to insurance passed unanimously.

Posted on 10/15/26 2:30PM by Alex Bauer

JoCo Sheriff's Deputies Dispatched to Accidental Drowning of Child

Josephine County Sheriff's deputies were dispatched to a missing 2-year-old call in the 100 block of Burch Drive located outside of Cave Junction Wednesday at 10:48 a.m. Prior to their arrival, family members located the child unconscious in the Illinois River that runs behind the family’s property. Deputies and family members performed CPR on the child until an ambulance from American Medical Response arrived on scene. The child was transported to a local hospital where he subsequently passed away. Detectives from the Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene and conducted an investigation. A Medicolegal Death Investigator from the District Attorney’s Office responded, and at the time of this press release, there is no evidence of foul play. Next of kin have been notified. Out of respect to the family, names will not be released.

Posted on 10/15/26 2:14PM by Alex Bauer

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