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Last Update Tuesday, August 22nd, 2017
County using smartphones to save lives

Local residents can now use their smartphones to receive an alert when someone nearby is having a heart attack.

As of last week, Josephine County 911 can notify persons within a quarter-mile of emergencies in public places by using a free downloadable application called PulsePoint.

"This will save lives," said Asante's David Kinyon, who spoke during a kick-off event at Asante Three Rivers Medical Center. Read More »

GP Marching Band starts practice (School Notes)
By Madeline Shannon of the Daily Courier Read More »

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Driver who allegedly hit man pushing car arrested Read More »

CORRECTION
A story in the weekend edition of the Daily Courier about the Fifth Street River Overlook incorrectly identified another river access point that the city took steps to improve. The story said the city took similar measures for a river access on H Street. The access point is actually on Eighth Street. Read More »

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Monday, August 21st, 2017
Chetco Bar Fire triples in size over the weekend
Driver arrested after hitting person pushing car
Police seek shooter in wake of Friday night incident
Transfer trailer full of trash catches fire
Police reports
Fire calls
Sunday, August 20th, 2017
Wildlife Images releases rehabilitated falcon at Cantrall Buckley Park
Josephine County Foundation kicks off year with 24-hour fundraiser
Rogue River man convicted of manslaughter
COUNTY FAIR ADVENTURES
Republican groups to meet
SunGrowers Guild to meet Wednesday
Briefs
Fire Calls
Friday, August 18th, 2017
Fun games, activities not to miss at the carnival
Today's schedule
Healthy food fest searching for helpers (RSVP)
Josephine Community Libraries seeking input ahead of official district
Clowning around
Senior menus
Fire calls
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
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Fire calls
Wednesday, August 16th, 2017
Two new life jacket loaner stations up and running
Concessionaire sought for Wolf Creek Inn
Trial opens for driver of pickup in 2015 vehicle crash that killed
At Shan Creek, crews will fight fire with fire
FEMA loans available to some nonprofits
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Ruffled Feathers
Fire calls
Tuesday, August 15th, 2017
Family lost everything in fire: 'We need help'
Lawmakers discuss a grim future during luncheon
GP Airport receives grant for taxiway construction
House burns up in Gold Hill
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Fire calls
Monday, August 14th, 2017
Commissioners set to approve pay raises for deputies, probation officers
Trailer causes several small fires on Interstate 5
Police reports
Fire calls
Sunday, August 13th, 2017
Artificial turf at Reinhart will enable soccer tournaments
Crews working hard on multiple fires in area
Local numbers don't guarantee local calls (Don't fall for this!)
Fugitive of SWAT raid in Williams now in custody
School supply, clothing donations wanted
Driver dies in ATV crash
CORRECTION
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Classes
Fire calls
Friday, August 11th, 2017
House fire near downtown caused by arson
Grants Pass schools need more bus drivers
Third man sentenced in 2016 home invasion case
Man in custody after attempting to elude
Wilderville man gets 8 years in rape, sex abuse case
Eat Smart, Live Strong classes available (RSVP)
Crews focus on new fires caused by lightning
RCC holds blood drive on Redwood campus
Senior menus
Fire calls
Thursday, August 10th, 2017
GP looking at new school buses to meet EPA standards
Pedestrian hit at Ninth and E is in good condition
Four Way awards local nonprofits with grants
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Fire calls
Wednesday, August 9th, 2017
Rural Metro Fire gets updated, more efficient equipment
Man sentenced after not appearing in court twice
Thunderstorms ignite fires, cause wind/hail damage
Existing home sales increased last quarter
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Fire calls
Tuesday, August 8th, 2017
Merlin grass fire burns 6 acres, under investigation
New Hope Christian School has open house (School Notes)
Headstone thief suspect makes court appearance
Two arrested at gunpoint at Wal-Mart after stolen car found
Charges added to Wal-Mart shooting suspect
Area wildfires continue to burn, grow
Kids Care Fair seeking school supply donations
DHS to investigate after boy wanders from daycare
Crisis groups to meet with safety council
Three Rivers School Board has all-day retreat this week
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Monday, August 7th, 2017
Merlin grassfire burns 6 acres; cause under investigation
Police reports
Fire calls