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Roseburg Street Maintenance Set to Begin Aug. 25

Roseburg Street Maintenance Set to Begin Aug. 25

Roseburg crews will begin slurry seal maintenance on approximately 2.5 miles of city streets Aug. 25-27, weather permitting. Drivers will need to remove vehicles from scheduled work areas, and Brown Park will be closed to vehicle access Aug. 27.

Forest Service Proposes Rescinding 2001 Roadless Rule; AFRC Backs Change

Forest Service Proposes Rescinding 2001 Roadless Rule; AFRC Backs Change

Roseburg Blocktober Fest Seeks Vendors, Sponsors and Community Partners for 5th Annual Festival

Roseburg Blocktober Fest Seeks Vendors, Sponsors and Community Partners for 5th Annual Festival

Roseburg to See Sunny, Warmer Weather Before Fire Concerns Increase Across Region

Roseburg to See Sunny, Warmer Weather Before Fire Concerns Increase Across Region

Third Thursday at Umpqua Valley Arts to Feature Qigong and “Bright Blooms”

Third Thursday at Umpqua Valley Arts to Feature Qigong and “Bright Blooms”

Mt. Reuben Fire Near Glendale Knocked Down, Turned Over to Local Fire District

Mt. Reuben Fire Near Glendale Knocked Down, Turned Over to Local Fire District

Local News

Mt. Reuben Fire Near Glendale Knocked Down, Turned Over to Local Fire District

Mt. Reuben Fire Near Glendale Knocked Down, Turned Over to Local Fire District

Firefighters stopped the forward spread of the approximately 2-acre Mt. Reuben Fire near Glendale Tuesday evening. Crews transitioned to mop-up, no structures were threatened, and command was turned over to the local rural fire department.

Winston Cancels Flock Camera Contract Amid Police Budget Reductions

Winston Cancels Flock Camera Contract Amid Police Budget Reductions

Five Douglas County Businesses Take the Stage at Pitch Night

Five Douglas County Businesses Take the Stage at Pitch Night

Cow Creek Foundation Grant to Support Young Adult Neuroplastic Science Program

Cow Creek Foundation Grant to Support Young Adult Neuroplastic Science Program

Reedsport Woman Killed, 2-Year-Old Son Injured After Being Struck on Highway 101

Reedsport Woman Killed, 2-Year-Old Son Injured After Being Struck on Highway 101

Roseburg Police Chief Receives Patriot Award

Roseburg Police Chief Receives Patriot Award

Roseburg Zoning Proposal Could Clear Path for UCC Childcare Facility at Former Woolley Center

Roseburg Zoning Proposal Could Clear Path for UCC Childcare Facility at Former Woolley Center

Community

Roseburg Blocktober Fest Seeks Vendors, Sponsors and Community Partners for 5th Annual Festival

Roseburg Blocktober Fest Seeks Vendors, Sponsors and Community Partners for 5th Annual Festival

Roseburg Blocktober Fest returns Oct. 3 for its fifth year, bringing live music, food, drinks, vendors and family activities to downtown Roseburg. Organizers are now accepting applications from vendors, nonprofits, downtown businesses and sponsors.

Third Thursday at Umpqua Valley Arts to Feature Qigong and “Bright Blooms”

Third Thursday at Umpqua Valley Arts to Feature Qigong and “Bright Blooms”

KickStart Smiles Project Collecting Toys, School Supplies for Local Children

KickStart Smiles Project Collecting Toys, School Supplies for Local Children

Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation Among Tribal Groups Supporting Oregon Student Vision Screenings

Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation Among Tribal Groups Supporting Oregon Student Vision Screenings

Highland Games and Clan Gathering Returns to Melrose Vineyards This Weekend

Highland Games and Clan Gathering Returns to Melrose Vineyards This Weekend

Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Saving Grace’s ‘Paws for a Cause’ Aug. 28

Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Saving Grace’s ‘Paws for a Cause’ Aug. 28

Five Douglas County Businesses Take the Stage at Pitch Night

Five Douglas County Businesses Take the Stage at Pitch Night

Business

SPUR Restaurant & Bar Taking Shape at Former Gilberto's Location in Roseburg

SPUR Restaurant & Bar Taking Shape at Former Gilberto's Location in Roseburg

SPUR Restaurant & Bar is taking shape at the former Gilberto's location in Roseburg, with new owners remodeling the space and preparing an upscale casual concept featuring elevated comfort food, cocktails and Pacific Northwest influences.

End of an Era: Rumors Nightclub Announces Permanent Closure

End of an Era: Rumors Nightclub Announces Permanent Closure

Nipa Hut Announces Closure After Eight Years of Food and Friendship

Nipa Hut Announces Closure After Eight Years of Food and Friendship

Eyemart Express Reports Cybersecurity Incident Involving Customer Information

Eyemart Express Reports Cybersecurity Incident Involving Customer Information

T-Mobile Store at Steelhead Run Plaza to Close

T-Mobile Store at Steelhead Run Plaza to Close

Aviva Health Names Dr. Jay Richards Interim CEO

Aviva Health Names Dr. Jay Richards Interim CEO

Oregon OSHA Opens Grant Applications for Workplace Safety Training Projects

Events

Third Thursday at Umpqua Valley Arts to Feature Qigong and “Bright Blooms”

Third Thursday at Umpqua Valley Arts to Feature Qigong and “Bright Blooms”

Thrive Umpqua and Umpqua Valley Arts will host Third Thursday on August 20 with a free qigong session and “Bright Blooms” art activity led by local artist Lisa Hubbard. The relaxed open house runs from 4-7 p.m. in Roseburg.

Highland Games and Clan Gathering Returns to Melrose Vineyards This Weekend

Highland Games and Clan Gathering Returns to Melrose Vineyards This Weekend

Douglas County Cheer Hosting 10th Anniversary Youth Cheer Clinic

Douglas County Cheer Hosting 10th Anniversary Youth Cheer Clinic

Roseburg Library to Host ‘Bee Amazed!’ Program for Kids

Roseburg Library to Host ‘Bee Amazed!’ Program for Kids

2026 Veteran Benefit Expo Coming to Roseburg Aug. 28

2026 Veteran Benefit Expo Coming to Roseburg Aug. 28

MarchFourth to Close Music on the Half Shell Season Tuesday

MarchFourth to Close Music on the Half Shell Season Tuesday

Roseburg Obon Festival Returns Saturday With Full Day of Japanese Music, Dance and Culture

Roseburg Obon Festival Returns Saturday With Full Day of Japanese Music, Dance and Culture

Recreation

Roseburg YMCA Swim Lesson Registration Opens June 22

Roseburg YMCA Swim Lesson Registration Opens June 22

Registration for the YMCA of Douglas County’s July swim lesson session opens online Monday, June 22, at 11 a.m. Classes are scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 30 through July 23.

Oregon Paddle Permit Repeal Effort Turns In First Signatures, Faces Tight Deadline

Oregon Paddle Permit Repeal Effort Turns In First Signatures, Faces Tight Deadline

Kids’ Free Fishing Derby Returns To Diamond Lake Resort June 6

Kids’ Free Fishing Derby Returns To Diamond Lake Resort June 6

Oregon State Parks To Offer Free Day-Use Parking June 6 For State Parks Day

Oregon’s Free Fishing Weekend Set For June 6-7

Oregon’s Free Fishing Weekend Set For June 6-7

Crime

Theft Suspect Found Hiding in Roseburg Duck Pond

Theft Suspect Found Hiding in Roseburg Duck Pond

A Roseburg man was arrested after police said he stole $492 in merchandise from Fred Meyer, fled from security and jumped into a nearby duck pond to hide. Juveniles reportedly pointed officers toward his location.

Roseburg Man Arrested Following Fatal Stabbing at ‘The Point’

Roseburg Man Arrested Following Fatal Stabbing at ‘The Point’

12-Year-Old Lodged at Juvenile Detention Following Reported Domestic Assault in Roseburg

12-Year-Old Lodged at Juvenile Detention Following Reported Domestic Assault in Roseburg

Suspect in Statewide Oregon BOLO Identified After Seaside Shootout

Suspect in Statewide Oregon BOLO Identified After Seaside Shootout

Three Arrested After DINT Meth Investigation Leads To Search Warrant In Roseburg

Three Arrested After DINT Meth Investigation Leads To Search Warrant In Roseburg

Roseburg Man Arrested On Rape And Sexual Abuse Charges

Roseburg Man Arrested On Rape And Sexual Abuse Charges

Roseburg Man Arrested Following Winston Sexual Solicitation Investigation

Roseburg Man Arrested Following Winston Sexual Solicitation Investigation

Weather

Roseburg to See Sunny, Warmer Weather Before Fire Concerns Increase Across Region

Roseburg to See Sunny, Warmer Weather Before Fire Concerns Increase Across Region

Roseburg will see sunny skies and highs near 90 Wednesday and 92 Thursday before temperatures ease. Fire weather concerns are expected to increase across Southern Oregon Friday and Saturday as gustier winds, low humidity and isolated thunderstorms develop.

Seasonal Warmth Continues as Slight Thunderstorm Chance Lingers Near Eastern Douglas County

Seasonal Warmth Continues as Slight Thunderstorm Chance Lingers Near Eastern Douglas County

Roseburg Weekend Forecast Calls for Sunshine and Warmer Temperatures

Roseburg Weekend Forecast Calls for Sunshine and Warmer Temperatures

Roseburg to See Seasonable Temperatures, Dry Conditions Through the Weekend

Roseburg to See Seasonable Temperatures, Dry Conditions Through the Weekend

Roseburg Ties Year’s High At 99, Still Awaits First 100-Degree Day

Roseburg Ties Year’s High At 99, Still Awaits First 100-Degree Day

Red Flag Warning Issued Wednesday for Roseburg and Much of Southern Oregon

Red Flag Warning Issued Wednesday for Roseburg and Much of Southern Oregon

Heat Advisory Continues Through Wednesday Evening In The Umpqua Valley

Heat Advisory Continues Through Wednesday Evening In The Umpqua Valley

Police Logs

Police Log: August 17, 2026

Police Log: August 17, 2026

Roseburg police reported six incidents in the latest patrol log, including reckless driving, unauthorized use of a vehicle, a warrant arrest, sex abuse and prohibited camping cases.

Police Log: August 14 - August 16, 2026

Police Log: August 14 - August 16, 2026

Police Log: August 13, 2026

Police Log: August 13, 2026

Police Log: August 12, 2026

Police Log: August 12, 2026

Police Log: August 10, 2026

Police Log: August 10, 2026

Police Log: August 7 - 9, 2026

Police Log: August 7 - 9, 2026

Police Log: August 6, 2026

Police Log: August 6, 2026

Road Conditions

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Roseburg Street Maintenance Set to Begin Aug. 25

ODOT Preparing New Zipper Merge on Oregon 42 Near I-5

SE Stephens Street Improvement Project Set To Begin July 13

Night Work Begins This Week On I-5 Winchester Bridge Project

Nighttime Paving To Begin April 26 On Oregon 42 Between Winston And I-5

Public Safety

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Roseburg Street Maintenance Set to Begin Aug. 25

Mt. Reuben Fire Near Glendale Knocked Down, Turned Over to Local Fire District

Oregon Marks August as Emergency Management Awareness Month

Electrical Fire Destroys Camas Valley Home, Displaces Two Residents

Fire Near Burnt Mountain Road Contained After Quick Response Sunday

Environment

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Forest Service Proposes Rescinding 2001 Roadless Rule; AFRC Backs Change

DEQ Seeks Public Comment on Umpqua River Basin Temperature Plan

Federal Judge Orders Temporary Protections at Oregon Dunes Ahead of Winchester Bay UTV Event

North Umpqua Steelhead Fishing To Close Aug. 10 Amid Low Wild Returns

BLM Timber Sales Generate More Than $10.7 Million During Second Quarter

Technology

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Eyemart Express Reports Cybersecurity Incident Involving Customer Information

Widespread Facebook Outage Logs Users Out, Disrupts Messenger

Canvas Cyberattack Shuts Down Learning Platform

From Word of Mouth to Wi‑Fi: How Roseburg Businesses Are Adapting

Sports

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Umpqua Valley Tennis Center Launches New Tennis Classes

Roseburg Boys Lacrosse Eyes Possible Conference Title During Senior Night Matchup

YMCA Roseburg Junior Cheer To Hold Clinic, Tryouts For 2026-27 Season

UCC Women’s Basketball Coach Dave Stricklin Earns 1,000th Career Win in Riverhawks Victory

Pets and Animals

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Saving Grace Humane Society To Host Barks & Recreation At Stewart Park

Local Government

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Matt Kowal Announces Run for Roseburg City Council Ward 3

Roseburg Mayor Larry Rich Will Not Seek Reelection After 28 Years in Office

Roseburg Reminds Candidates, Residents of Campaign Sign Rules Ahead of November Election

Roseburg Finance Department Earns National Award for Financial Reporting

Roseburg Council Approves Citywide LED Streetlight Conversion, Grandview Drainage Project

Politics

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Roseburg Mayor Larry Rich Will Not Seek Reelection After 28 Years in Office

Douglas County Commissioner Incumbents Lead In Preliminary Election Results

Douglas County Voters Overwhelmingly Reject Measure 120 Gas Tax And Fee Increase

Today Is The Last Day To Vote In Oregon’s May 19 Election