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Joseph Ziegler

Roseburg, Oregon

Police Log: January 29, 2026

Police Log: January 29, 2026

Roseburg Police Log: Arson arrest tied to a Jan. 19 apartment incident, multiple warrant/prohibited camping arrests along the bike path, and citations from a rollover crash after an attempted “burnout,” plus littering and mischief cases.

Local Team Honored: Roseburg Towing Named Best Towing Company in Douglas County

Local Team Honored: Roseburg Towing Named Best Towing Company in Douglas County

Voted #1 Best Towing Company in Douglas County in the 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards, Roseburg Towing LLC has served the community since 1969 with 24/7 towing and roadside help. Family owned and locally trusted, the team is known for fast, professional, dependable service when drivers need it most.

January 30, 2026

January 30, 2026

The Roseburg Receiver Morning Scoop

Robotics Program at Jo Lane Middle School Inspires Creativity, Teamwork, and Growth

Robotics Program at Jo Lane Middle School Inspires Creativity, Teamwork, and Growth

Students at Jo Lane Middle School are turning ideas into reality through robotics, gaining hands on experience in engineering, teamwork, and problem solving. From regional competitions to mentoring younger students, the program is helping build confidence, skills, and future opportunities.

I-5 Temporarily Closed Near Roseburg After Reported Shooting; Suspect in Custody

I-5 Temporarily Closed Near Roseburg After Reported Shooting; Suspect in Custody

Oregon State Police says a suspect discharged a firearm along Interstate 5 north of Exit 127 in Roseburg, prompting a temporary closure. The suspect is in custody, no injuries were reported, and Oregon Department of Transportation confirmed the freeway has reopened.

Police Log: January 28, 2026

Police Log: January 28, 2026

Roseburg police arrested multiple people Jan. 28–29 in cases tied to forged checks, warrants, prohibited camping/littering near waterways, trespass, and theft. Several were lodged at Douglas County Corrections, while others were cited and released.

County Commissioners Mark Retirement of Bill Clemens, Appoint Phil McAfee as New Building Official

County Commissioners Mark Retirement of Bill Clemens, Appoint Phil McAfee as New Building Official

Douglas County commissioners appointed Phil McAfee as Building Official effective February 1 after Bill Clemens retired following 11 years with the county. Leaders thanked Clemens for his service and expressed confidence in McAfee’s leadership moving forward.