Police Log: July 7, 2026
Roseburg Police reported eight incidents in the July 7 log, including aggravated harassment, criminal trespass, theft, a warrant arrest, driving while suspended and a laser pointer incident at Stewart Park.
Joseph Ziegler
Oakland Native Identified as Navy Commander Missing After Helicopter Emergency in Arabian Sea
Oakland native Cmdr. Gabriel “Gabe” Edwards has been identified as the Navy sailor missing after a helicopter emergency landing in the Arabian Sea. The Navy suspended its search after more than 102 hours.
Two Prescribed Pasture Burns Planned Wednesday in Douglas County
Two prescribed pasture burns are tentatively planned for Wednesday near Sunshine Road and Temple Brown Road. Operations are expected to begin around 11:30 a.m., weather and workload permitting.
Lone Rock Resources Celebrates Duane Grant’s 50 Years of Service
Lone Rock Resources recently celebrated Duane Grant’s 50 years of service, honoring a career that began in 1976 and grew from setting chokers and operating equipment to managing logging operations and mentoring younger employees.
Winston Summer Nite Cruise Returns Saturday With Former Longer Route Restored
The Winston Summer Nite Cruise returns Saturday, July 11, with a longer route previously used by the event. Registration opens at 3 p.m., with cruising scheduled from 5 to 10 p.m.
July 8, 2026
The Roseburg Receiver Morning Scoop
Aviva Health, Douglas ESD Selected for $5.67 Million in Rural Health Funding
Aviva Health and Douglas Education Service District have been selected for up to $5.67 million in federal funding to support rural health projects. Roseburg is also being considered for a separate health care access improvement project.