National Weather Service Posts Heat Advisory for SW Oregon and NW California

The National Weather Service has posted a Heat Advisory for southwest Oregon and northwest California -- including Josephine and Jackson counties -- that runs until 8 o'clock this evening. High temperatures of 95 to 102 degrees are expected throughout the region. Slight relief will occur on Tuesday, with high temperatures predicted to be below 100. Public health officials encourage people to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency -- call 9-1-1. Area rivers remain cold and dangerous due to ongoing mountain snowmelt. Be careful if seeking relief from hot temperatures in area waterways. ...Read more

City of GP Accepting Applications for 2 Seats on Compensation & Classification Panel

The City of Grants Pass is accepting applications for two positions on the new Non-Bargaining Compensation and Classification Task Force. Appointments are for the duration of the task force. The purpose of the task force is to review and evaluate non-union compensation and classification restructuring for certain City of Grants Pass employees. The Task Force shall review the proposed salary study and recommended structure in detail, identify potential modifications or alternatives, and develop and present formal recommendations to the City Council for consideration. Special qualifications for these at-large positions is experience in large payrolls. Applications are available at the City Administration Office at 101 NW A Street or online at "grantspassoregon.gov/committee-application." Completed applications must be received by 5 p.m. this Friday, June 13th. The appointments will be made by the Grants Pass City Council at its next regular meeting on Wednesday, June 18th. ...Read more

Chamber of Commerce Opens Concerts in the Park Season with Classic Rock Band

The Grants Pass & Josephine County Chamber of Commerce will host the first Concert in the Park of the 2025 season on Tuesday evening. Concerts in the Park has returned to Riverside Park in a temporary location on the Pavilion Lawn until the new Bandshell is completed. It runs from 6:30-8:30 p.m.. Tuesday's featured entertainer is "A Band of Brothers," which specializes in classic rock favorites. Chamber of Commerce officials have requested concert-goers adhere to a "Code of Conduct." They are welcome to bring their own lawn chairs, blankets and picnic-style dinners, but they are encouraged to leave pets at home. If pets are brought to the concert, they must be on a leash that is no longer than 6 feet. Children under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Seating and parking are on a first-come, first-served basis. A drop-off lane is available near the lower Gazebo. For more information, please visit "grantspasschamber.org." ...Read more