April 28, 2026

Good morning Douglas County! Here are today's updates live from the Roseburg Receiver Communications Center.

ROSEBURG, Ore. — A major new investment aimed at shaping the future of Roseburg was announced this week, as The Ford Family Foundation unveiled a $10 million “Hometown Fund” designed to support large, community-driven projects over the next decade.

In an interview with The Roseburg Receiver, Kara Inae Carlisle, president and CEO of The Ford Family Foundation, and Keavy Cook, vice president of programs, said the fund is intended to build on local momentum already underway in Roseburg.

The fund will focus on projects within Roseburg city limits and is intended to support efforts that bring partners together, create visible impact, and help build long-term opportunity for children, families, and the broader community.

“This is us following the community’s lead,” said Kara Inae Carlisle, president and CEO of The Ford Family Foundation. “There’s a lot of momentum in Roseburg right now, and this is an invitation to build together.”

More information about the Hometown Fund, including eligibility details and how to apply, is available at tfff.org/grants/hometown. The foundation’s announcement is also available at tfff.org/foundation-launches-hometown-fund.

A Fund Rooted In Community Momentum

Foundation leaders say the Hometown Fund is a direct response to what they are seeing across Roseburg, a growing level of collaboration and shared vision among community leaders.

“It’s one of the least self-interested groups of institutional leaders that I’ve ever worked with,” Carlisle said. “People are really trying to figure things out together.”

That collaboration spans education, business, healthcare, local government, tribal leadership, and nonprofit organizations, all increasingly working across sectors rather than independently.

ROSEBURG, Ore. — Thrive Umpqua will launch its Downtown Cleanup series Wednesday, April 29, with a volunteer cleanup event in downtown Roseburg.

The cleanup series will be held on the last Wednesday of each month from April through October. Volunteers can stop by Thrive Umpqua’s office at 556 SE Jackson St. anytime between 5 and 6 p.m. to pick up supplies before helping clean up litter and spruce up Jackson, Main, and Rose streets.

The event is open to the public, and no registration is required. Volunteers are encouraged to show up and lend a hand, rain or shine.

Thrive Umpqua said the effort is meant to help keep downtown looking its best while giving community members a chance to make a positive impact.

A continually updated list of volunteer opportunities is available at https://bit.ly/volunteerslivelonger.

The Facebook event can be found here.

SUTHERLIN, Ore. — A portion of the Ford’s Pond loop trail will be closed Tuesday, April 28, through Wednesday, April 29, while crews apply herbicide to invasive species in the northwest portion of the park.

Friends of Ford’s Pond said the closure will affect the section of the pond loop trail between the Highway 138 parking lot and the bird observation area. The remainder of the pond loop trail is expected to remain open.

The treatment is part of a prairie restoration project at Ford’s Pond. Organizers said the work is intended to reduce invasive plants and help increase native wildflowers in the area.

Visitors are asked to avoid the closed section of trail during the treatment period.

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ore. — A pedestrian died Saturday night after being struck by a vehicle on Highway 42 near milepost 76 in Douglas County, according to Oregon State Police.

OSP said troopers responded at 10:59 p.m. Saturday, April 25, to a single-vehicle fatal crash involving a pedestrian.

The preliminary investigation found that a red Ford Focus, driven by Leo Thomas Durden III, 38, of Roseburg, was traveling westbound on Highway 42 with a green light when it struck Vivian Kuntz, 40, of Eugene.

According to OSP, Kuntz was crossing from Grant Smith Road toward Highway 99 without a walk signal. Kuntz was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Durden and his passenger, Caitlinn Ann Durden, 35, of Roseburg, were not injured.

The highway was impacted for about four hours while investigators worked at the scene.

OSP was assisted by Central Douglas Fire & Rescue, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, the Winston Police Department, and the Oregon Department of Transportation.

The crash remains under investigation by Oregon State Police.

Tuesday is the deadline to register in order to vote in the May Primary Election.

Information from the Douglas County Clerk’s Office said this is for new Oregon voters or for people that want to update their political party affiliation.

Out-of-state ballots went out last week. The bulk mailing of ballots will be on Wednesday.

For more information, go to the Clerk’s Office election page at: https://www.douglascountyor.gov/178/Elections

Con-Vey has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2026 honor by Top Workplaces for Engineering.

A company release said this list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee management technology partner Energage LLC. The confidential survey uniquely measures the employee experience and its component themes, including employees feeling Respected & Supported, Enabled to Grow, and Empowered to Execute, to name a few.

Energage CEO Eric Rubino said, “Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees”. Rubino said, “That’s something to be proud of. In today’s market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That’s paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends”.

The release said for Con-Vey, the recognition reflects decades of commitment to building not only innovative industrial automation solutions, but also a workplace culture rooted in ownership, curiosity and connection.

Con-Vey President Jeremy Goebel said, “this award is especially meaningful because it comes directly from our team”. Goebel said, “We’ve always believed that when you invest in people – when you listen, provide opportunities, and give them the tools to succeed – you build something stronger than a company. You build a culture that drives innovation and long-term success”.

Mechanical Engineering Manager Mike Mercker said, “Our engineers thrive when they’re challenged, trusted and supported”. Mercker said, “That culture translates into better collaboration, smarter solutions, and ultimately better outcomes for the industries we serve”.

For more information about Con-Vey, go to: www.con-vey.com

The Roseburg Schools Budget Committee will meet on Wednesday to further discuss the proposed 2026-27 budget. The meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. in the boardroom at the administrative offices on Northwest Valley View Drive. The meeting can be viewed via Zoom. Log in information is available at: https://www.roseburg.k12.or.us/business-operations-home

Douglas County 4-H and FFA are hosting a Rabbit & Cavy Showmanship Clinic on Saturday, May 30th.

An OSU Extension Service release said it will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Riversdale Grange on Garden Valley Road northwest of Roseburg. This workshop will help youth strengthen their showmanship skills, improve animal handling, and prepare for the upcoming fair season. It is designed for 4-H and FFA members from ages 9-19.

The cost to attend is $15. Registration is required at: https://beav.es/fwA

Limited Time Events

• In Studio Classes @ Create & Sip Studio | January 8 - May 17th | Every Week on Wed - Sun
• ART AS RECORD: MINIDOKA + 4 Add'l Exhibits feat. Japanese Artists @​ Umpqua Valley Arts | March 20 - May 22nd | 10 am - 6 pm | Link
• Roseburg Woodturners Guild Show | Mindpower Gallery - 417 Fir Ave in Reedsport | April 3 - May 2nd | 10 am - 5 pm | Link
• Guest Artist Dave Hall Exhibit @ Gallery Northwest | May 3nd - June 30th | Every week Tue - Sat | 11 am - 4 pm | Link

Monday, April 27th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7 pm
• Open Mic Night @ Little Brothers Pub | 6 - 8 pm
• Celebrate Recovery | Westside Christian Church | Dinner at 5:30, Large group at 6:30.
• Monday Night Auxiliary Bingo | Winston VFW | 4:30 pm | must have papers by 5:30, $17 for all games.

Tuesday, April 28th

• Bingo @ Roseburg Elks Lodge #326 | 6:30 pm
• DJ Bingo @ Workman's Bar and Smokehouse | 6 pm
• DJ Trivia @ Urban NY Pizza & Grill | 7 pm
• Free Line Dancing Lessons - Elements Lounge @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | Every week on Tuesday | 7 - 9 pm | Link
• Open Mic Night @ Kodiak Bar & Grill | Every week on Tuesday @ 6 - 8 pm
• Tuesdays! Free Line Dancing Lessons at Elements Lounge in Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 7 - 9 pm | Link
• Celebrate Recovery | Winston Assembly of God | Dinner at 5:30, Large group at 6:30.

Wednesday, April 29th

• DJ Trivia @ Backside Brewing Co. | 6 - 7:30 pm
• Karaoke/Open Mic Night @ Idle Hour Tavern | 9 pm - 12:30 am
• Open Mic at Brix | Every Wednesday | 6 - 8 pm
• Trivia Night @​ Lookingglass Brewery | 6 - 9 pm
• Trivia Night @​ Little Brothers Pub | 6 pm
• Bingo @ Roseburg Senior Center | (Every Wed and Fri) - Doors Open at 5 pm, starts at 6:30 pm. Food available. Ages 7+. $1 for non-members.
• Celebrate Recovery | Redeemers (Old movie theater) | Dinner at 5:30, Large group at 6:30.
• Wednesday Night Karaoke with Mr. Michael | Winston VFW | 5 - 9 pm| 21+
• Group Meet - Knitting of Any Kind | Studio Arts Connection (1350 NE Stephens, Roseburg) | 1 - 3:30 pm | Knitting, crochet, hand quilting felting spinning, etc
• Downtown Roseburg Clean-Up | 5 - 6 pm | Link
• Live Music: Bob Hall @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8 pm | Link

Thursday, April 30th

• DJ Trivia @ North Forty Beer Company | 7 - 8:30 pm
• Kick Up the Dust - Line Dancing Lessons @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7 - 8 pm
• Karaoke Night at Kodiak | Every Thursday and Saturday | 8 pm
• DJ Bingo @ Brix Bar & Grill | 7 - 9 pm
• Thirsty Thursday Cornhole Night @ Lookingglass Brewery | Every week on Thursday | 6 - 8 pm | Link
• Al-Anon Meeting in Oakland (Weekly) | Oakland Ice House - 212 Lucust St | 2 - 3 PM
• Live Music: Wild at Heart Band @ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 - 9 pm | Link
• RHS Jazz Band Fundraiser @ Splitz Family Grill | 6 pm | Link
• Thirsty Thursday Cornhole Night @ Lookingglass Brewery | 6 - 8 pm | Link

Friday, May 1st

• Friday Pizzas! @ Reustle-Prayer Rock Vineyards | 12 - 4 pm
• Karaoke Night @ Winchester Pub & Grill | 8 - 11 pm
• Karaoke Night @ Workman's Bar and Smokehouse | 9 pm - 12 am
• Bingo @ Roseburg Senior Center | (Every Wed and Fri) - Doors Open at 5 pm, starts at 6:30 pm. Food available. Ages 7+. $1 for non-members.
• Karaoke Night at Kodiak | Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday | 8 pm
• Friday Night Live Music | Winston VFW
• Group Meet - Open Painting Watercolor and Small Acrylic | Studio Arts Connection (1350 NE Stephens, Roseburg) | 1 - 3:30 PM
• Traditional Chinese Tea Service @ The Rosebud Theatre | 12 - 4 pm
• Live Music: Llorona @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 pm

Saturday, May 2nd

• Umpqua Valley Farmers Market | 9 am - 1 pm | SE Jackson St | Link
• Roseburg Saturday Farmers Market | 2525 W Harvard Ave | 9 am - 2:30 pm | Link
• Karaoke Night @​ Brix Bar & Grill | (Every Saturday) @ 7 - 10 pm
• Karaoke Night @ Lookingglass Brewery | 6 - 8 pm | Link
• Karaoke Night at Kodiak | Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday | 8 pm
• Saturday Night Karaoke with DJ Dan | Winston VFW | 5 - 9 pm | 21+
• 54th Annual Rock & Gem Show @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | May 2 & 3rd | 9 am - 5 pm | Link
• DC Master Gardeners Plant & Garden Expo 2026 | 9 am - 4 pm | Link
• Kentucky Derby Party @ Melrose Vineyards | 3 - 5 pm | Link
• Live Music: Doug Schmude @ North Forty Beer Company | 6 pm | Link
• Spring Smash Pickleball Tournament @ Umpqua Valley Tennis Center | May 2 & 3rd | Link
• Live Music: Wild at Heart @ Lookingglass Brewery | 6 - 8 pm | Link
• Live Music: Soul Shock @​ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 8 pm
• Traditional Chinese Tea Service @ The Rosebud Theatre | 12 - 4 pm
• Live Music: Stariana, Fingers Crossed They’re Dead, DJ Eric Yokai @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 pm

Sunday, May 3rd

• DJ Trivia Night @ Brix Bar and Grill | Every Sunday | 6 - 8 pm
• DC Master Gardeners Plant & Garden Expo 2026 | 9 am - 4 pm | Link
• Spring Smash Pickleball Tournament @ Umpqua Valley Tennis Center | May 2 & 3rd | Link
• Live Music: Carol & Guy @ Melrose Vineyards | 3 - 5 pm | Link

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That is the scoop for this Tuesday morning. Have a great day!

- The Roseburg Receiver Team