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Last Update Friday, August 18th, 2017

Fun games, activities not to miss at the carnival

The carnival is always a blast for the young and young at heart, but maybe your stomach isn't as ironclad as it used to be.

If that's the case, there's more to do at the Josephine County Fair than trying to hold down your lunch on the Zipper or the Rock Star or the Vomitron, er, Gravitron.

Here are just a few of the fun things to do at the fair that won't test your inner fighter pilot. Read More »

Today's schedule
10 a.m.: Front gate opens, exhibit halls open, petting zoo opens Read More »

Healthy food fest searching for helpers (RSVP)
Sponsored by the United Community Action Network, the Retired Senior Volunteer Program matches the talents of people 55 and older with nonprofit agencies and health care facilities throughout Josephine County. Read More »

Josephine Community Libraries seeking input ahead of official district
Josephine Community Libraries is seeking feedback from county residents while it makes plans for the onset of the official library district in January. Read More »

Clowning around
Asher Page of Grants Pass is flanked by LiLi Zucchini (left) and Topper Todd of Jest in Time, after a well-received show at the AllCare Family Fun Stage on Thursday at the Josephine County Fair. Read More »

Senior menus
Food & Friends serves both Josephine and Jackson counties through congregate meal sites and home-delivered meals. All area seniors are invited to the various dining centers for lunch and conversation. A donation is requested. Read More »

Fire calls
Grants Pass Fire and Rescue Read More »

Thursday, August 17th, 2017

Dog alerts owner to grass fire, saves the day

Fun fair food you don't want to miss

Today's schedule

Ride 'Em Cowboy

Reserve Grand

Man dies at swimming hole after having a seizure

Wildfires continue to burn; crews make progress on containment

Spot fires break out on East Evans Creek Road

Briefly

Fire calls