A new era of fire protection and public communication has begun in Josephine County with the official launch of the Mid Rogue Fire District (MRFD) website and Facebook page. This development follows a series of significant organizational changes that began nearly a year ago and now formally establish the MRFD as the public fire protection agency for much of the county outside the city limits of Grants Pass.
The district was originally formed in November 2024 by the Josephine County Board of Commissioners under the name Josephine County Rural Fire Protection District. The goal was to consolidate fire services for multiple rural communities into one unified district. In May 2025, the Board of Directors for the district was elected, and they were sworn in on July 1, 2025. Soon after, board members recognized the need to clarify the district’s identity to reduce confusion among county residents.
Following a public hearing on August 4, 2025, the board voted to officially adopt the new name Mid Rogue Fire District. The name change became effective on September 4, 2025, marking a new chapter for fire service in the region.
The MRFD covers an expansive 326 square miles of Josephine County. Its borders stretch east toward Jackson County, south to the Applegate Fire District and Bureau of Land Management land, southwest to Illinois Valley Fire District, west to Forest Service property and BLM lands, and north to Wolf Creek RFPD and additional BLM areas. The district operates outside the city limits of Grants Pass, filling a critical role in providing fire protection and emergency services to rural communities.
The district’s new website provides clear information about its service boundaries, governance, and community coverage. Residents can check whether their property falls within the MRFD boundaries by using the Josephine County Fire Districts Map, accessible through the site. By entering an address, property owners can quickly determine their district status.
Alongside the website launch, MRFD has also unveiled its official Facebook page at facebook.com/MidRogueFireDistrict. Community members are encouraged to follow the page for updates, public notices, safety information, and announcements about meetings and events. This increased online presence aims to improve transparency and provide timely information to the residents and property owners the district serves.
With these changes, Josephine County is moving toward a more unified and accessible fire protection system. The Mid Rogue Fire District’s website and social media presence are expected to become important resources for residents as the district continues to grow and refine its operations in the years ahead.