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Hey Grants Pass, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: High school dental assisting program, gold and silver’s surge, and salsa and bachata night + lots of fun things to do for free.

Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Grants Pass protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.

📰 In the news

Fast track into dentistry: Grants Pass High School has launched a dental assisting program, offering students college credit and hands-on training to prepare local teens for immediate jobs or continued education in the field — learn what the program offers.

Public meeting on wildfire mitigation: BLM’s Cathedral Hills fuels project began in mid-February and runs through October, thinning trees and brush on 240 acres. Some trails may close, with pile burning planned in fall 2027 — see what’s planned here.

Insights from a small-town leader: Rogue River Mayor Pam VanArsdale discussed keeping the town’s heritage intact while managing growth, an aging population, and rising service costs across Southern Oregon in a recent Jefferson Exchange conversation — hear the full interview.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Experience Ultherapy luxury and lift
• Embark on a heart-centered yoga journey
• Support students at Hidden Valley FFA auction
• Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

🏆 Gold and silver are heating up

Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold

Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.

While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.

If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.

It’s free and worth reading before the next move.

🫶 We got your back

Twirl-worthy comfort carbs: When midweek pasta cravings strike, Giannelli’s “A Taste of Italy”delivers saucy satisfaction with baked rigatoni, pillowy ravioli, and red-sauce nostalgia done right. Expect a no-fuss, big-flavor night, and leftovers that mysteriously vanish by breakfast.

Vintage finds, modern vibes: If your closet craves one-of-a-kind pieces, Woven and Wyld keeps racks rotating with vintage gems and wearable-now staples, all curated with local love. Let the cozy boutique energy point you toward your next favorite outfit.

Try the chill route: If your gym routine needs a smart assist, Admire Aesthetics uses CoolSculpting and other non-surgical body contouring to quietly trim stubborn spots, no crash diets, no heroic willpower… just a targeted, colder approach you can stick with this week. A midwinter nudge to feel lighter.

Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.

📆 Free events worth checking out

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🌱 Spring Awakening Volunteer Roundup @ True Juice | Friday (3/6) at 7:00 PM – Because festivals don’t rebuild themselves, lend a hand with neighbors, clipboards, and a smoothie. Come to True Juice on D Street to meet the Wild Dreams crew, ask questions, sign up, or, if you’re already on board, complete mandatory check in and bring ID.

🎬 Movie Night @ LifeLink Church | Saturday (3/7) at 3:30 PM – This neighborhood movie night is free, family friendly, and mercifully close to home, with a screening of King of Kings. Expect popcorn, homemade pizza, and drinks on the house. Bring the whole crew, a blanket, and your best whisper voice.

💼 Business After Hours @ Banner Bank | Thursday (3/12) at 5:00 PM – After work at Banner Bank means one thing, casual networking with the folks you already know from three committees. Free to attend, registration required, with food, drinks, and the grand business card swap, so bring a friend, and a pocketful of cards.

💃 Salsa & Bachata Night @ Code 4 Taphouse | Thursday (3/19) at 7:00 PM – Salsa and Bachata are taking over Code 4 Taphouse with a free night from Candela Dance Studio. Quick lesson to start, no partner needed. Consider it cardio with music you like, a full bar, requests, Cha Cha, Merengue, and space to twirl without elbowing strangers.

🌿 Weed Wrangle GP 2026 @ Griffin Park | Saturday (3/21) at 11:00 AM – Ready to give Scotch broom the boot? Swing by Griffin Park to learn why this invasive pest is crowding the nature trail, then help clear it out with provided tools, gloves, drinks, snacks, and a day-use pass. Fresh air, neighborly banter, oddly therapeutic.

🥚 Easter Egg Hunt @ Schmidt House Museum | Saturday (3/28) at 1:00 PM – Break out the tiny baskets and the big kid energy for the eighth annual neighborhood Easter Egg Hunt, free and delightfully chaotic. It’s rain or shine, bring a camera for Bunny, let the under-10s do the cardio, and if you’re generous, donations are appreciated.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Industry-leading home warranty protection ($150 off right now)
• 62+? See how much tax-free cash your home could unlock → free calculator
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account

📻 Grants Pass report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 59°F – Low: 44°F – Precip: 8%

Patchy fog between 8am and 11am. Partly sunny. High near 59, with temperatures falling to around 56 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 1 to 8 mph. Later: Rain after 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 44. West northwest wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

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Tomorrow – High: 49°F – Low: 40°F – Precip: 99%

Rain before 10am, then showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 49. West southwest wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Later: Rain showers before 10pm, then a chance of rain showers and patchy fog. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 40. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.

Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.

Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.

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