April 3, 2026

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

A cold air mass brought freezing temperatures and frost to parts of Douglas County early Friday morning, creating slick conditions in some areas and posing a risk to sensitive plants.

According to the National Weather Service in Medford, below-normal temperatures were expected across the region overnight into early Friday, with frost advisories issued for parts of western Oregon, including Douglas County. In the Umpqua Basin, morning temperatures dipped to around freezing in some locations.

The weather service warned that pets and sensitive vegetation could be affected by the cold. Residents were encouraged to bring pets inside if possible and take steps to protect plants from frost damage.

Forecasters also said there was concern for slick spots, including areas of black ice, where moisture remained on roads and other surfaces. Drivers were urged to slow down, leave extra distance between vehicles and avoid using cruise control in freezing conditions.

While temperatures are expected to rise later in the day, Friday morning began with a reminder that winter-like conditions are still possible in early April across Douglas County.

The Roseburg Parks and Recreation Commission on Wednesday recommended a municipal code change that would prohibit fireworks in all city parks and adjacent parking lots, a move discussed as part of ongoing fire-safety concerns and past issues in local parks.

During the meeting, commission members reviewed a proposal to amend Roseburg Municipal Code 7.02.120 to broaden the city’s fireworks restrictions. Currently, the Roseburg Municipal Code only prohibits the use of fireworks in Stewart Park. The discussion indicated the existing wording appears to stem from the time when fireworks displays were held at Stewart Park, and members said they were surprised the prohibition had not already been extended to all city parks years ago.

Staff said the city has had problems with fireworks in parks before, including incidents last summer at Sunshine Park in July. One speaker noted that fireworks activity was an issue not only on the Fourth of July itself, but also in the days leading up to and following the holiday.

Commission members also discussed whether the proposed rule would apply only to certain types of fireworks or to all of them. During the conversation, one member asked whether the language covered sparklers, aerial fireworks or all fireworks, and the response given in the meeting was that it covered all fireworks, except for a paper-related exception referenced in the code language under review.

The discussion also made clear that the code would still allow fireworks in parks through an application process under controlled conditions. Staff said the ordinance still permits fireworks use in parks with an application “to make sure that the conditions are right,” and members referenced past city fireworks events that went through a permit process rather than informal use.

A significant portion of the discussion focused on the wording of the ordinance, particularly the phrase “display, use, or explosion of any fireworks.” Commission members questioned whether the word “display” could be interpreted too broadly. One member raised a hypothetical concern that a person could appear to be violating the ordinance simply by showing fireworks to a friend, while others said the intended meaning was clearly the act of setting fireworks off for others to watch. Members then discussed whether “display” should be replaced with “ignition” to make the language clearer.

The commission also talked about how the rule would likely be enforced. One speaker said enforcement would depend in part on what other complaints were happening at the time and would fall within law enforcement’s priorities. Another said a “reasonable person” interpretation would likely apply and that it was unlikely a judge would view a child merely showing fireworks to friends as a violation of the rule.

Members further discussed whether signs in city parks should be updated if the proposed code change moves forward. Staff said the city is already looking at updating existing signage, and one participant suggested adding a separate sign with “No fireworks” in large letters to make the rule clear to park visitors.

At the end of the discussion, the Roseburg Parks and Recreation Commission voted to forward a recommendation to the Roseburg City Council to amend the municipal code. The motion passed without opposition, sending the proposal to council for further consideration.

A hands-on STEM workshop for young learners is coming to Roseburg later this month.

STEM Like a Girl will host an afternoon workshop from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 11, at Umpqua Valley Arts. The event is open to girls in third through fifth grade, who are invited to attend alongside an adult partner.

Organizers say the workshop will give participants a chance to build, experiment and explore STEM activities together in a fun and encouraging environment. The event is designed to inspire curiosity and confidence through interactive learning.

Registration is available on a sliding scale from $5 to $30 per girl.

More information and registration are available at https://stemlikeagirl.org/roseburg.

ROSEBURG, Ore. – Roseburg Parks and Recreation invites the community to celebrate Arbor Month with special activities including tree plantings and a photo contest throughout April.

On Monday, April 13, Mayor Larry Rich is expected to proclaim April as “Arbor Month” in Roseburg, where the Tree City USA flag will fly outside City Hall throughout April. Arbor Day is officially Friday, April 24.

Roseburg is marking a decade of “Tree City” recognition. Roseburg was first designated as a “Tree City” in 2016 by the Arbor Day Foundation, which has been using the “Tree City USA” program since 1976 to encourage the expansion and preservation of urban forests through tree planting and effective management and recognition of “green” communities. The City has applied to retain that title each year and the title has been renewed again in 2026.

“Tree care is a year-long commitment. In April, which we like to refer to as Arbor Month, we get to educate and invite the community to take part in various tree-themed activities,” said Parks & Recreation Program Manager Val Ligon. “We hope that the education and momentum gained carries on throughout the entire year.”

Parks and Rec staff will offer Arbor Month activities and educational posts all month long.

Tips for celebrating and caring for trees will be posted to social media twice a week on Mondays and Fridays throughout April. Starting Friday, April 3, watch the Parks Facebook page and City Administration’s Facebook page for tips on choosing the right tree for your yard, planting, watering, pruning and more.

Parks and Recreation is also sponsoring the 2026 Arbor Day Photo Contest. Enter the contest from now through 5 p.m. Friday, April 17. The top three photos will be announced on Arbor Day on Parks’ and City Administration’s Facebook pages. Winning photos also will be highlighted in the City Connection e-newsletter this spring. Learn how to enter the contest.

“There’s a lot to do in Roseburg during Arbor Month that centers around trees,” said Recreation Coordinator Tracy David.

“One of my favorite places to go and see trees in town is Riverfront Park because the trees there are all very old and have acquired a huge variety of wildlife living in them,” she said. “I love walking through and seeing the woodpeckers hop from tree to tree. It’s like they have such a lively community above our heads. You’ll also be able to see squirrels, as well as other bird species.”

From Wednesday, April 15, through Thursday, April 30, Parks and Recreation staff will team up with Roseburg Public Library staff to offer an Arbor Month tree-themed activity booklet for kids and families. A booklet featuring word scrambles, Sudoku, crossword puzzles and connect-the-dots can be picked up at the library, 1409 N.E. Diamond Lake Blvd., or downloaded from Parks’ webpage. Turn a completed booklet into the library by Saturday, May 2, to claim a prize.

“It’s something you can do inside, especially since April is sometimes pretty rainy. It’s actually a great family activity booklet,” David said.

Parks and Rec staff are also offering a community volunteer tree-planting event in the Stewart Park Natural Area at 9 a.m. on Arbor Day, April 24. Residents are invited to meet Parks staff at the parking lot in the natural area, also known as the “duck pond,” to help plant 20 trees along Newton Creek.

The trees will be two native species: a cottonless poplar and Oregon white oak.

“It’s going to be some hard work. Children can come, but they definitely want to have parents along because they’ll be digging and planting trees,” David said.

The Umpqua Valley Audubon Society will demonstrate how to install a bird house in a tree or using a post.

Families looking for Easter events in Roseburg and across Douglas County will have several options this weekend and in the days ahead. Here’s a roundup of community egg hunts and Easter activities we have so far. More events may be added as information comes in.

Roseburg

• City of Roseburg Easter Egg Drop - Shortly after 9 a.m. Saturday at Fir Grove Park, behind Umpqua Valley Arts on West Harvard Avenue. Open to children 10 and under. About 5,000 plastic eggs will be dropped from a Roseburg Fire Department ladder truck. Only the first 400 children present will be allowed onto the field. Children are encouraged to collect one egg of each color and exchange them for candy or prizes. Raffle drawings for large golden eggs and gift baskets are also planned.
• Church on the Rise Easter Egg Hunt - This is for families with children with disabilities. April 4th from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. | 3500 NE Diamond Lake Blvd.
• Vine Street Baptist Church Easter Egg Hunt - April 4th at 10 a.m. Candy, prizes and fun. Ages toddlers - 5th grade. 2152 NE Vine St in Roseburg.
• Sunshine Park Easter Egg Hunt - 10 a.m. Saturday at 200 Sunshine Road in Roseburg. More than 1,000 eggs and prizes are expected to be handed out.
• Linus Oakes Retirement Village Easter Egg Hunt - 11 a.m. Saturday at 2665 Van Pelt Blvd. in Roseburg, continuing until all eggs are claimed.
• Westside Christian Church Easter Egg Hunt - Immediately following the 11 a.m. church service Saturday at 2712 W. Harvard Ave. in Roseburg.
• Little Explorers Childcare Easter Egg Hunt - 4 p.m. Saturday at 1943 SE Stephens St. in Roseburg for children ages 12 and under.
• Workman’s Community Market opening day Easter egg hunt - Hunt begins at 11 a.m. Saturday at 4550 Old Highway 99 S. in Roseburg. The market itself will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Roseburg Cars and Coffee Easter Special - Scheduled for noon to 2 p.m. on April 12 at 220 Sunshine Road in Roseburg. Organizers say the event will include a family-friendly car show, People’s Choice voting, a “Most Egg-tastic Ride” trophy and an egg hunt for children.
• The Farmstand and the Nursery - Easter Egg hunt begins at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. divided into two sections based on age. Bring your egg basket and family! 523 Melrose Rd. in Roseburg.
• Aaron's Easter Egg Hunt - Enjoy free hot dogs, snacks, & beverages! April 4th at 12 p.m. | 1350-28 NE Stephens St in Roseburg.

Around Douglas County

• Sutherlin Easter Egg Hunt - 1 p.m. sharp Saturday at Sutherlin West Intermediate School, 531 N. Comstock Ave., for children ages 2 to 11.
• Oakland Easter Egg Hunt - 11 a.m. Saturday at Oakland Church of Christ, 1400 NE Oak St., with hunts divided by age groups 0-2, 3-5, 6-8 and 9-12.
• Winston Easter Egg Hunt - 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Winston Community Park, 590 SE Thompson Ave. Hosted by Family Church at the Ark, the event will include age-group hunts, special prizes, yard games and lunch.
• Myrtle Creek Easter Egg Hunts - Richwine Vineyards will host hunts at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. Saturday at 15330 Old Highway 99 S., including options for children and adults 21 and older.
• Riddle Fire District 76th Annual Easter Egg Hunt - April 5th (Sunday) at 1 p.m. at the Riddle High School football field. Ages 0 - 12.
• Umpqua Easter Egg Hunt - 10 a.m. Saturday at the Umpqua Community Center, 806 Hubbard Creek Road.

The Roseburg Receiver will continue updating this roundup as more events are submitted.

Know of an Easter egg hunt, church gathering or family event that should be included? Email event information, including the name, date, time, location and age group details, to info@theroseburgreceiver.com.

The Douglas County Museum of Natural and Cultural History in Roseburg will be closed this Sunday to allow staff and volunteers to spend the holiday with their families.

A county release said the museum will be open for its normal hours – 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday – and will resume normal operating hours on Monday, April 6th.

The Umpqua River Lighthouse & Coastal History Museum in Winchester Bay will be open as normal on Sunday.

For more information about either museum, go to: www.umpquavalleymuseums.org, or call 957-7007.

The Elkton Community Education Center will have its Community Dinner on Thursday, April 23rd.

ECEC Executive Director Deb Gritton said the event is a favorite annual tradition for many in the community and is also a fundraiser for the nonprofit organization. It will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the library building.

Gritton said volunteers cook up the meal – a soup dinner – which features plenty of soup options including vegan and gluten-free ones. Bread and dessert are served as well. The dinner is $15 for adults and $10 for children under aged 12. There is a take-out option for $10, or $5 for take out soup only.

For more information on the Elkton Community Education Center call 541-584-2692 or go to: https://elktonbutterflies.com/

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
• The Revolutionists @ Umpqua Actors Community Theatre (UACT) | April 3-5, 9-12, 16-19 | 7 PM | Link
• Roseburg Woodturners Guild Show | Mindpower Gallery - 417 Fir Ave in Reedsport | April 3 - May 2nd | 10 AM - 5 PM | Link

Monday, March 30th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7PM
• 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, March 31st

• 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.
• Jazz Jam @ North Forty Beer Company | 5 - 7:30 PM | Link

Wednesday, April 1st

• 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 6:30PM. 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
• Stand-Up Comedy w/ Juan Denmark, feat. Nathaniel Greene @ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 8:30 PM | Link

Thursday, April 2nd

• 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
• Umpqua Valley Fly Fishers Meetup @ The Roseburg Country Club | Postponed to Thursday, April 9th.
• Live Music: Green Jellÿ @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 PM

Friday, April 3rd

• Friday Pizzas! @ Reustle-Prayer Rock Vineyards | 12 - 4PM
• 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 6:30PM. 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
• Live Music: Jim Page @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 PM

Saturday, April 4th

• Umpqua Valley Farmers Market | 9AM - 1PM | SE Jackson St | Link
• Karaoke Night @​ Brix Bar & Grill | (Every Saturday) @ 7 - 10PM
• Karaoke Night @ Lookingglass Brewery | 6 - 8PM | Link
• Karaoke Night at Kodiak | Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday | 8 PM
• Saturday Night Karaoke with DJ Dan | Winston VFW | 5 - 9 PM | 21+
• Adult Easter Egg Hunt @ Backside Brewing Co. | 12 PM | Link
• Live Music: Homemade Jam Duo @ Spire Mountain Cellars | 1 - 4 PM | Link
• Live Music: The Hoppers Easter Concert @ The Chapel | 4 PM | Link
• Live Music: Wild at Heart @ North Forty Beer Company | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• White Pinot Noir Release @ Reustle-Prayer Rock Vineyards | 12 AM - 6 PM | Link
• Annual Easter Egg Hunt | West Intermediate School - 531 N Comstock Ave in Sutherlin | Ages 12 and Under | 1 PM
• Easter Egg Hunt | Winston Community Park - 590 SE Thomson Ave | Ages Birth to 5th Grade| 11:30 AM
• 2nd Annual Easter Egg Drop | Fir Grove Park in Roseburg | 9 AM | Ages 10 and under only
• Live Music: The Hoppers Easter Concert @​ The Chapel | 4 PM. Dinner at 6 PM | Link
• Petty Thievery: Tom Petty Tribute @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 PM
• Live Music: Overtime @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7:30 - 9:30 PM | Link

Sunday, April 5th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Brix Bar and Grill | Every Sunday | 6 - 8 PM
• Riddle Fire District 76th Annual Easter Egg Hunt | Riddle Junior/Senior High Football Field | 1 PM
• 72nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt | Reedsport Community Charter School Football Field | 1:30 PM
• Easter Sunrise Service and Breakfast | 7 am | Easter Services at 8:30 AM and 11 AM | Westside Christian Church - 2712 W Harvard Ave
• Easter Egg Hunt after 2nd service (~12 PM) | Westside Christian Church - 2712 W Harvard Ave
• Buddy Wakefield: The Greenland Shark Tour @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 PM

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• Project Skywatch is still underway to get deployed in the Spring; however, more funding is still required. To donate, become a business sponsor, or read more information of Project Skywatch, visit https://www.theroseburgreceiver.com/project-skywatch/
• Morning Scoop Launching On KQUA - Starting in April, listeners will be able to catch the Morning Scoop on 90.5 KQUA, with a rebroadcast on 99.7 KQUA-LP and online at KQUA. Click here for more information.

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- The Roseburg Receiver Team