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Woman Trespassing at Lil' Pantry Shell Station Apprehended by GP Police

A woman was arrested for trespassing at the Lil' Pantry Shell Station after having previously been reported to police.

Dispatch was alerted to the suspect's presence at the 2017 NW Vine Street location Thursday at 9:28 a.m. She had been reported at the same location previously for trespassing, and the caller wanted her removed.

She was described as wearing a white beanie, pink and blue plaid coat, and blue jeans. Arriving officers with Grants Pass Police contacted her, however, she refused to identify herself.

The store manager showed law enforcement security footage of the suspect from her previous trespass, and officers advised her she was under arrest for Second Degree Criminal Mischief.

She was taken into custody and transported to the Josephine County Jail where she was positively identified as Jenifer Scott. Officers then promptly lodged her on her charge.

Posted on 6/5/26 11:40AM by Alex Bauer

ODOT Highlights Securing Cargo, Preventing Road Hazards

The Oregon Department of Transportation is highlighting Saturday, June 6th, National Secure Your Load Day, in an effort to reduce road hazards as summer travel season begins.

Lumber, tires, ladders, and mattresses are just some of the items that can fly off truck beds and car roofs, potentially striking other vehicles. ODOT is sharing tips that will protect you and others while on the road.

Tie your load down with rope, netting, straps or tarps. Tie large objects directly to your vehicle or trailer. Drivers are also encouraged to cover the entire load with a sturdy tarp or netting. Do not overload your vehicle or trailer, and always double-check your load to make sure it’s secure.

Oregon law requires all vehicle loads to be fully secured to prevent dropping, shifting, leaking, or falling. Unsecured loads on public highways can result in traffic violations, fines, and potential criminal charges if the load causes injury or property damage.

Drivers are responsible for safe operation of their vehicle. Before driving with cargo, determine if there's any chance of debris or cargo falling or blowing out of my vehicle. Check and see your load is secured at the back, sides, and top. No matter what you’re hauling or how far you’re going, securing your load keeps roads safe.

Posted on 6/5/26 11:07AM by Alex Bauer

Eligible Families Receive Summer EBT Food Benefits Starting Today

Oregon Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) will be issued to families who are automatically eligible beginning today, June 5th.

According to the Oregon Department of Human Services, Summer EBT is a food benefits program that helps address hunger in Oregon when children are on summer break and don’t have easy access to healthy meals at school.

Families should check their EBT card balance at www.ebtedge.com to confirm receipt. Summer EBT provides $120 for each eligible child to buy food. This is the third year of Oregon’s Summer EBT program, and the program expects to serve about 360,000 children this year.

Families who didn’t automatically get Summer EBT today should check program requirements before applying. Families will get benefits automatically on their Oregon EBT card if they have children between the ages of 6-18 and have received SNAP benefits, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Medicaid, or foster care services.

Families can find details about Summer EBT at sebt.oregon.gov. 

Posted on 6/5/26 10:52AM by Alex Bauer

Grants Pass to Welcome Delegation from New Sister City in Mexico June 19th

The Grants Pass Sister City Committee will welcome its first official delegation from Autlán de Navarro, Jalisco, Mexico, from June 16th through the 22nd. This will mark an exciting new chapter in the city's long tradition of international friendship and cultural exchange. The visit follows the establishment of a new Sister City partnership between Grants Pass and Autlán. Nine delegates will spend a week in Southern Oregon experiencing local attractions, meeting community members and sharing their own culture and traditions with residents of the Rogue Valley. Community members are invited to meet the visiting delegates during a fundraiser dinner June 19th at Cartwright's Taprock Northwest Grill. Tickets may be purchased at https://givebutter.com/grants-pass-sister-city-fundraiser. Proceeds will support future cultural exchange programs and the continued growth of the Grants Pass Sister City Program. The Grants Pass Sister City Program was established in 1990 through the international Sister Cities movement founded by President Dwight D. Eisenhower.

Posted on 6/5/26 10:46AM by Alex Bauer

IVFD, AMR Dispatched to Traffic Accident in Selma, No Driver on Scene

The Illinois Valley Fire District and American Medical Response were dispatched to a single-vehicle traffic accident Thursday evening.

The incident was reported at the 200 block of Crooks Creek Road in Selma, prompting the response of emergency crews.

A thorough search of the area was conducted. No individuals were found in the vicinity of the vehicle, so it was subsequently marked for identification. Law enforcement was informed of the incident.

Posted on 6/5/26 6:45AM by Alex Bauer

IVFD, ODF, U.S. Forest Service Extinguish Cave Junction Vegetation Fire

A vegetation fire occurred in the 5700 block of Holland Loop Rd in Cave Junction Thursday at 4:37 p.m.

The Illinois Valley Fire District, the Oregon Department of Forestry Southwest Oregon District, and the U.S Forest Service responded to the fire estimated to be at one fourth of an acre in size.

Crews were able to extinguish the blaze, and mop-up operations have been completed. Neighbors and bystanders assisted in tackling the fire before firefighters arrived. The incident is under investigation.

Posted on 6/5/26 6:30AM by Alex Bauer

Medford Police Department Investigating Animal Neglect Case

Medford Police, in coordination with Jackson County Mental Health and the Mobile Crisis Team, responded to a residence in the 1800 block of Roxy Ann Place Thursday to conduct a welfare check. Officers were unable to make contact with the resident and observed a deceased cat in plain view within the residence. Based on those observations and information gathered during the initial investigation, a search warrant was obtained. Officers later located and contacted the resident prior to the execution of the warrant, which was subsequently served at the property. As the investigation developed, the Medford Police Livability Team, Code Enforcement, and Jackson County Animal Control responded to assist. Investigators located multiple live and deceased cats on the property. Wendy Diamond, 65, is facing seven counts of Animal Neglect in the First Degree, a felony. Additional charges may be pending. The Jackson County District Attorney’s Office has been consulted as part of the investigation. Jackson County Animal Control is taking custody of the live cats located on the property and will oversee their care and evaluation. The investigation remains ongoing.

Posted on 6/5/26 5:59AM by Alex Bauer

Urban Tree Advisory Committee Accepting Applications for Vacancy

Applications are being accepted to fill a vacant seat on the Urban Tree Advisory Committee.

The term will expire September 30th, 2027. The purpose of the committee is to review, develop, and implement programs and activities that promote, protect, and enhance the urban forest as a part of the Tree City, USA program.

Applications are available at the City Administration Office, 101 N.W. A Street, or online at www.grantspassoregon.gov/committee-application. All applications must be received by 5 p.m. July 9th.

They will be reviewed by the committee July 13th, and appointments will be made by the Council at their meeting scheduled for August 5th.

Posted on 6/4/26 1:53PM by Alex Bauer

GP Police Lodge Man for Assault Charges, Interfering with Making Report

A woman reported a domestic violence incident to Grants Pass Police, leading to her boyfriend's arrest.

Dispatch was notified of the incident around 9:41 p.m., reportedly 10 minutes after an argument became physical between the woman and suspect. He had, at one point, prevented her from calling 911 by taking her phone, and reportedly threatened her life.

She was able make the call at the Mobile Integrative Navigation Team in Josephine County, and refused medical attention. She said the suspect was known to run from law enforcement, and that he may still be at the incident location in the 1700 block of Rogue River Highway.

Officers coordinated with the woman to meet at Bi-Mart where probable cause was found to charge the suspect with Menacing, Strangulation, and Interfering with Making a Police Report.

He was arrested and transported to the Josephine County Jail. He was lodged on his charges, as well as a Parole Violation Detainer.

Posted on 6/4/26 1:46PM by Alex Bauer

Disorderly Suspect Provided False Name, Resisted Arrest, Lodged on Warrants

A man wanted on two methamphetamine possession warrants provided a false name to law enforcement before his arrest.

Ian Hogue was contacted by Grants Pass Police at Resting Site 6 South Wednesday afternoon. He identified himself as Thomas Riddle, then proceeded to run into traffic causing several vehicles to stop.

Officers advised Hogue he was under arrest for Disorderly Conduct, but he refused orders to stop. While being taken into custody, Hogue resisted and was taken to the ground. Police located a meth pipe and paraphernalia in Hogue's possession, and took him into custody around 2:29 p.m.

His true identity was confirmed, as were his police department warrants. Officers proceeded to lodge Hogue in jail for his warrants, an additional Possession of Meth charge, Second Degree Disorderly Conduct, Resisting Arrest, and a parole violation detainer.

Posted on 6/4/26 1:09PM by Alex Bauer

GP Police Arrested Pinnacle 365 Trespassing Suspect Drinking behind Business

Grants Pass Police officers arrested a man trespassing at a Pinnacle 365 after he refused to leave the premises Wednesday.

The manager of the 1995 NE 6th Street business reported the suspect, later identified as Russel Coe, was drinking beer behind the building in the parking lot around 11:45 a.m. He had been there for the past 45 minutes and was refusing to leave.

When officers arrived, Coe was given approximately five minutes to gather his belongings and vacate the premises. He again refused commands, and was promptly taken into custody.

Per the manager's request, officers trespassed Coe from the Pinnacle 365. He was then transported to the Josephine County Jail and lodged on a charge of Second Degree Trespass.

Posted on 6/4/26 12:43PM by Alex Bauer

Man Accused of Mail Theft Lodged for Trespassing, Meth Possession, and Warrant

Grants Pass Police arrested a man on a warrant, Trespass, and Methamphetamine charges after he was accused of stealing mail.

Officers were flagged down by a man at the intersection of E Park Street and Luzon Lane Wednesday morning around 7:18 a.m. He claimed the suspect, Derek King, was stealing mail from his mailbox, an accusation which King denied.

Law enforcement knew King was wanted on a warrant out of the Police Department for two counts of Second Degree Criminal Trespass, and a Second Degree Criminal Mischief charge, so he was taken into custody. King told officers he was in possession of meth, which warranted a consent search.

A rinse bag containing a white, crystalline substance was located and field tested positive for meth. A woman then approached the scene, telling officers King had been hiding in her fenced backyard, and that she wished to pursue charges.

King was transported to and lodged in the Adult Jail Facility for his warrant, charges of Second Degree Trespass and Meth Possession, and a detainer.

Posted on 6/4/26 11:43AM by Alex Bauer