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Happy weekend, Grants Pass!
In today’s happening-today edition: Pancake pop-up, Oscar night watch party, Jordan World Circus, and more. + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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📰 In the news
Investing in future technologists: Southern Oregon’s Rentec Direct marks a decade of its Tech Mastery Scholarship. Applications for 2026 are open through April 30 for students pursuing computer science, software development, and related fields — see how and when to apply.
Community foundation backs wellness: The Rogue River School District received a $25,000 grant to launch a school-based health center for students, bringing easier access to medical and mental health care close to home — learn who funded it.
Local play space evolves: Little Beans has expanded into a new downtown Grants Pass home near Eighth Street, adding a part-time preschool for ages three to five as families seek flexible early learning options — read the full story.
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Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Fries worth a detour: Wild River Brewing & Pizza Company turns the humble side into the main event with beer-battered pub fries: golden, crispy, dangerously snackable. Pair them with anything on the menu, or enjoy them solo, and let those pint-friendly vibes do the talking.
Subtle refresh, zero drama: Southern Oregon Medical Aesthetics delivers natural-looking results with Hydrafacials, injectables, lasers, and PDO threads in a welcoming setting. Smooth fine lines, revive texture, and leave with that post-facial glow… minus the drama. Thoughtful care, subtle polish, and skin that still looks like you.
Dial in your drive: Haven’t spun a round at Tom Pearce Park lately? Wooded lines, open bombs, and a solid practice setup by the Rogue make it an easy after-work or weekend reset. Bring a friend, plus an extra mid… just in case.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🥞 Pancake Pop-Up @ WEEKEND BEER COMPANY | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – Murf’s Marvelous Pancakes & Handcrafted Syrups is popping up at Weekend Beer Company with fluffy stacks and small-batch sweetness, because sometimes breakfast belongs in a brewery. Swing by second Saturday mornings for the good stuff, zero fuss, and the kind of carbs that silence small talk.
🍿 Movie Night @ LifeLink Church | Saturday (3/14) at 3:30 PM – Skip the streaming and come watch “King of Kings” with the neighbors. It’s a free, family-friendly movie night with popcorn, homemade pizza, and drinks, aka dinner and a show without the bill. Bring the whole crew, and your best inside voice.
🍷 Stangeland Winery Dinner @ Partake Shop, Lounge & Dine | Saturday (3/14) at 6:00 PM – Trade your usual leftovers for a curated, multi-course dinner with Partake and Stangeland Winery, where each dish meets its match in the glass. Expect seasonal pairings, balanced pours, and zero pressure to nod knowingly at tannins. Come hungry, leave pleasantly smug.
👨 Father/Daughter Dance @ Grants Pass Family YMCA | Saturday (3/14) at 6:30 PM – Dust off the dress shoes, Once Upon a Time meets Alice in Wonderland at a father-daughter dance with entertainment, crafts, and a dangerously tempting treat table. Dads, grandpas, and uncles welcome, all ages invited, keepsake photo included, and yes, pre-registration saves you the scramble.
🧘 March Flow and Sip Yoga @ The Growler Guys – Grants Pass | Sunday (3/15) at 10:00 AM – Nothing says spring like a stretchy hour of all-levels yoga followed by a cold one at Growler Guys. Shake off winter stiffness in a no-pressure flow, claim your complimentary beer, wine, or NA pour, meet good people, and call it training for patio season.
💰 Spring into Cash Bingo @ Josephine County Fairgrounds | Sunday (3/15) at 12:00 PM – Grab your lucky charm and spring into cash at a cash bingo bash with an Irish meal, free coffee and tea, and snacks priced like 1979. First-timers buy one, get one free, one of each is $25, machines start at $35, and cards are welcome.
🏆 Oscar Night Watch Party @ Barnstormers Theatre | Sunday (3/15) at 3:00 PM – Barnstormers is rolling out the red carpet, and for once you don’t need I-5 to feel Hollywood. Watch the Oscars with real snacks, Oscar bingo, raffles, and MC shenanigans between commercials, and support Barnstormers. First drink included, couples and groups score deals.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Grants Pass report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 55°F – Low: 35°F – Precip: 88%
Rain before noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 55. Northwest wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 35. East northeast wind 0 to 6 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 65°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 0%
Partly sunny, with a high near 65. South wind around 2 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 42.
This house is wild
This rustic-elegant ranch on 5.74 acres backs to BLM, steps from the Wild and Scenic Rogue River. Inside, river stone, un-milled timber, and wrought iron frame 3 beds, 2 baths, a billiard room, and a cathedral living room with a soaring window wall and stone fireplace. Equestrian perks include an LED-lit open-air arena, four-stall barn, cross-fenced pastures, and irrigation rights.
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