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Roseburg Council Talks Brochure Wording, Keeps “Timber Capital Of The World” Identity

Roseburg Council Talks Brochure Wording, Keeps “Timber Capital Of The World” Identity

Roseburg officials discussed changing wording in a draft city manager recruitment brochure from “Timber Capital of the Nation” to “Timber Capital of the World” during Monday’s City Council meeting.

Roseburg Recognizes Public Works Week

Roseburg To Recognize EMS Week During Monday Council Meeting

The Yardsale Emporium Closing Downtown Roseburg Store, Plans To Reopen Later

The Yardsale Emporium Closing Downtown Roseburg Store, Plans To Reopen Later

Lunsbury Fire Near Glendale Reaches 85 Percent Mop-Up

Lunsbury Fire Near Glendale Reaches 85 Percent Mop-Up

Warm Start To The Week Before Midweek Cooldown In Douglas County

Warm Start To The Week Before Midweek Cooldown In Douglas County

Local News

Roseburg Recognizes Public Works Week

Roseburg City Council recognized National Public Works Week during its May 11 meeting, honoring the employees who maintain streets, utilities, public facilities and other essential services residents rely on every day.

Roseburg To Recognize EMS Week During Monday Council Meeting

1947 Myrtle Creek “Flying Disc” Report Included In Declassified Federal UAP Release

1947 Myrtle Creek “Flying Disc” Report Included In Declassified Federal UAP Release

The FISH of Roseburg to Celebrate 55 Years With Anniversary Event and Van Unveiling

The FISH of Roseburg to Celebrate 55 Years With Anniversary Event and Van Unveiling

2026 Public Use Restrictions Now Available For Douglas District

2026 Public Use Restrictions Now Available For Douglas District

Roseburg Schools To Receive Nearly $1 Million Annually For Summer Learning Programs

Roseburg Schools To Receive Nearly $1 Million Annually For Summer Learning Programs

Fire Damages North Roseburg Home Near Costco Thursday Morning

Fire Damages North Roseburg Home Near Costco Thursday Morning

Community

Roseburg Council Talks Brochure Wording, Keeps “Timber Capital Of The World” Identity

Roseburg Council Talks Brochure Wording, Keeps “Timber Capital Of The World” Identity

Roseburg officials discussed changing wording in a draft city manager recruitment brochure from “Timber Capital of the Nation” to “Timber Capital of the World” during Monday’s City Council meeting.

Canvas Cyberattack Shuts Down Learning Platform

Canvas Cyberattack Shuts Down Learning Platform

The FISH of Roseburg to Celebrate 55 Years With Anniversary Event and Van Unveiling

The FISH of Roseburg to Celebrate 55 Years With Anniversary Event and Van Unveiling

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

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

UACT Announces Cast For Frozen The Musical

UACT Announces Cast For Frozen The Musical

Roseburg Schools To Receive Nearly $1 Million Annually For Summer Learning Programs

Roseburg Schools To Receive Nearly $1 Million Annually For Summer Learning Programs

Movies In The Park Returns To Stewart Park In June

Movies In The Park Returns To Stewart Park In June

Business

The Yardsale Emporium Closing Downtown Roseburg Store, Plans To Reopen Later

The Yardsale Emporium Closing Downtown Roseburg Store, Plans To Reopen Later

The Yardsale Emporium is closing its downtown Roseburg store for now, but the business says it plans to reopen at a later date. The thrift and consignment shop said its final day may be Wednesday or Thursday.

Farmhouse Decor Vendors Relocating To Serendipity In Downtown Roseburg

Farmhouse Decor Vendors Relocating To Serendipity In Downtown Roseburg

Gilberto’s Mexican Restaurant To Close After More Than Four Decades In Roseburg

Gilberto’s Mexican Restaurant To Close After More Than Four Decades In Roseburg

Community Highlight: Optimum Tech Launches In Roseburg To Offer Local, People-First Technology Support

Community Highlight: Optimum Tech Launches In Roseburg To Offer Local, People-First Technology Support

Con-Vey Named 2026 Top Workplace For Engineering

Con-Vey Named 2026 Top Workplace For Engineering

Wingstop Signs Go Up At Planned Roseburg Location

Wingstop Signs Go Up At Planned Roseburg Location

Southern Oregon Goodwill Plans Roseburg Move To Former Rite Aid Site

Southern Oregon Goodwill Plans Roseburg Move To Former Rite Aid Site

Events

Umpqua Valley Tennis Center To Celebrate New Tennis And Pickleball Courts Saturday

Umpqua Valley Tennis Center To Celebrate New Tennis And Pickleball Courts Saturday

Umpqua Valley Tennis Center will celebrate its renovated outdoor court complex Saturday, May 9, with free community access, tennis and pickleball play, facility tours, barbecue, and a beer and wine garden.

OSU Extension To Host Landslides In Forested Landscapes Field Tour

OSU Extension To Host Landslides In Forested Landscapes Field Tour

World-Renowned Jiu-Jitsu Professor To Teach Private Seminar In Roseburg

World-Renowned Jiu-Jitsu Professor To Teach Private Seminar In Roseburg

Movies In The Park Returns To Stewart Park In June

Movies In The Park Returns To Stewart Park In June

Umpqua Valley Habitat For Humanity To Celebrate Grand Opening Of New ReStore Saturday

Umpqua Valley Habitat For Humanity To Celebrate Grand Opening Of New ReStore Saturday

Oakland’s 22nd Annual Car Show & Shine Set For Saturday

Oakland’s 22nd Annual Car Show & Shine Set For Saturday

Rodney Norman Brings Two Nights Of Live Comedy To Urban Blendz In Roseburg

Rodney Norman Brings Two Nights Of Live Comedy To Urban Blendz In Roseburg

Crime

Roseburg Man Arrested After Armed Robbery Outside Sherm’s

Roseburg Man Arrested After Armed Robbery Outside Sherm’s

Roseburg police arrested a 32-year-old man after a woman was reportedly robbed at gunpoint outside Sherm’s Monday evening. Police said the stolen vehicle was later found downtown and evidence was recovered during a search.

Roseburg Man Lodged After Reported Attempted Entry And Threats On W. Bradford Avenue

Roseburg Man Lodged After Reported Attempted Entry And Threats On W. Bradford Avenue

DINT Conducts Second Round Of Targeted Patrols In Roseburg

DINT Conducts Second Round Of Targeted Patrols In Roseburg

Glendale Man Lodged After Roseburg Traffic Stop Leads To Elude Case

Glendale Man Lodged After Roseburg Traffic Stop Leads To Elude Case

West Coast Game Park Safari Owner Pleads Guilty To Animal Neglect, Other Charges

West Coast Game Park Safari Owner Pleads Guilty To Animal Neglect, Other Charges

Two Dead In Reedsport House Fire; Woman Jailed On Murder Charges

Two Dead In Reedsport House Fire; Woman Jailed On Murder Charges

Roseburg Police Arrest Man In Stolen Vehicle Case, Cite Multiple Warrants

Roseburg Police Arrest Man In Stolen Vehicle Case, Cite Multiple Warrants

Weather

Warm Start To The Week Before Midweek Cooldown In Douglas County

Warm Start To The Week Before Midweek Cooldown In Douglas County

Douglas County will start the week warm and mostly sunny before a weak midweek system brings cooler temperatures and a chance of rain Tuesday night into Wednesday, with more seasonal conditions expected later in the week.

Warm Weekend Ahead For Roseburg Area, With Saturday Expected To Be The Hottest Day

Warm Weekend Ahead For Roseburg Area, With Saturday Expected To Be The Hottest Day

Warm, Dry Pattern Expected To Continue In Roseburg

Warm, Dry Pattern Expected To Continue In Roseburg

Roseburg Sees Warmest Day Of 2026 So Far

Roseburg Sees Warmest Day Of 2026 So Far

Warm Weekend Ahead For Roseburg, With Slight Shower And Thunderstorm Chances

Warm Weekend Ahead For Roseburg, With Slight Shower And Thunderstorm Chances

Warmer Weather Builds Into Roseburg Before Weekend Shower Chances

Warmer Weather Builds Into Roseburg Before Weekend Shower Chances

Warmer Weather On The Way For Roseburg

Warmer Weather On The Way For Roseburg

Road Conditions

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

Nighttime I-5 Off-Ramp Closures Planned Across Douglas County Through End of April

ODOT: Oregon 42 Project In Winston Continues With Night Work In Early April

ODOT Plans I-5 Winchester Bridge Repairs Near Roseburg

Roseburg Water Main Project On SE Pine Street To Resume Feb. 23

Public Safety

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Lunsbury Fire Near Glendale Reaches 85 Percent Mop-Up

2026 Public Use Restrictions Now Available For Douglas District

Fire Damages North Roseburg Home Near Costco Thursday Morning

Threatening Call Prompts Brief Secure Action At Brockway Elementary

DFPA Urges Caution With Yard Debris Burning As Warmer Weather Arrives

Environment

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OSU Extension To Host Landslides In Forested Landscapes Field Tour

Kellogg Rural Fire District Receives Wildfire Season Staffing Grant

Douglas County Issues Emergency Drought Order

Cooper Creek Trails Cleanup Planned For May 3 In Sutherlin

Common Carp Found In Cooper Creek Reservoir Near Sutherlin

Police Logs

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Police Log: May 8 - May 11, 2026

Police Log: May 7, 2026

Police Log: May 6, 2026

Police Log: May 5, 2026

Police Log: May 4, 2026

Technology

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Canvas Cyberattack Shuts Down Learning Platform

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

Sports

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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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Roseburg Recognizes Public Works Week

Roseburg To Recognize EMS Week During Monday Council Meeting

Roseburg Council To Consider Ordinance On Oregon Sanctuary Law Compliance

Roseburg City Council To Consider Homeless Commission Resignation