Douglas Avenue Closure Planned for Deer Creek Bridge Tree Trimming Douglas Avenue will close between Ramp Street and Rifle Range Road from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, for tree trimming near the Deer Creek Bridge. Drivers should use alternate routes and expect delays.
Roseburg Council Gives Preliminary Approval to Hoffman Center Renovation Roseburg City Council granted preliminary approval to the Umpqua Valley Tennis Center’s Hoffman Center renovation proposal. The project’s preliminary cost estimate ranges from $277,000 to $328,000, with fundraising and additional planning still ahead.
Angela Marx Named Executive Director of Umpqua Valley Arts Umpqua Valley Arts has named Angela Marx as executive director following a competitive search. Marx previously served as interim director and brings extensive leadership, financial and operational experience to the role.
Super Diamond Brings Neil Diamond Favorites to Sutherlin Thursday Super Diamond brings the music of Neil Diamond to Sutherlin’s Central Park Thursday, July 30. The free Music Off Central concert begins at 7 p.m., with food trucks and local vendors also scheduled.
Castle Fire Remains Uncontained as Crews Prepare for Gusty, Hot Conditions The Castle Fire remains at 1,550 acres with 0% containment northeast of Tiller. More than 400 personnel are assigned as crews prepare for hot, dry and gusty conditions. Several forest roads and South Umpqua Falls remain closed.