August 14, 2026

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

Fire Weather Forecast for southern Oregon and northern California National Weather Service Medford, OR | 542 AM PDT Fri Aug 14 2026

Breezy afternoon winds will accompany seasonable temperatures and humidities over the next week. The highest probability for thunderstorms today is over northern portions of both Klamath and Lake counties as well as western Siskiyou County. Highest probabilities on Saturday are for northern portions of Klamath County and areas north of Crater Lake.

Douglas County Wildfires

• Castle Fire
  • 3,612.4 acres | 94% contained
  • Watch Duty
• Gold Mountain Creek Fire
  • 5.14 acres
  • Watch Duty

DFPA Protected Lands

US Forest Service - Umpqua National Forest

EUGENE, Ore. - A program that puts young adults in charge of helping explain pain science to their peers is receiving a financial boost from the Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation.

Oregon Pain Science Alliance has been awarded a $4,500 grant for ONSET, the Oregon Neuroplastic Science Engagement Team. The Lane County program works with people ages 18 to 24, giving participants an opportunity to learn about the brain, nervous system and persistent symptoms while developing educational projects for other young adults.

Rather than simply attending classes or presentations, ONSET participants help decide how the program communicates its information. They can research health topics, develop educational materials, plan community outreach and provide input on what language and examples are most likely to connect with people their age.

The program focuses in part on neuroplasticity and the ways changes involving the brain and nervous system can play a role in chronic pain and other persistent symptoms.

Organizers say the experience also gives participants an opportunity to build skills in communication, project planning and community education.

The new grant will be used for program development and facilitation, supplies for participant projects and efforts to recruit additional young adults. Early outreach will focus on Lane County and nearby rural communities.

ONSET is currently accepting volunteer participants ages 18 to 24.

While young adults living with chronic pain or other persistent symptoms are especially encouraged to participate, having those symptoms is not a requirement. No previous background in neuroscience is needed.

According to information included with the grant announcement, 2023 data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention showed chronic pain affected 12.3% of U.S. adults ages 18 to 29.

Oregon Pain Science Alliance is a nonprofit organization that provides education about pain and neuroplastic science, including information about how the brain and nervous system can contribute to persistent symptoms.

Young adults interested in ONSET can contact opsavolunteers@gmail.com for more information.

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ore. - A Drain man reported missing earlier this week has been found safe, according to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office.

Deputies contacted 52-year-old Jeffrey Alan Hawks at his residence on Thursday, Aug. 13. The Sheriff’s Office confirmed Hawks was safe and is no longer considered missing.

Hawks had been reported missing Tuesday evening after family and friends were unable to reach him. He was last known to have left Murphy Plywood in Eugene early Sunday morning and had been expected to return to his home near Drain.

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office thanked the community for its assistance during the search.

No further information will be released.

ROSEBURG, Ore. - Young visitors to Roseburg Public Library will have a chance to explore the world of Oregon’s bees during a free educational program next week.

The library will host Bee Amazed! at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, presented by the University of Oregon’s Museum of Natural and Cultural History.

The program is designed for children from pre-K through fifth grade and will introduce participants to some of the more than 500 types of bees found in Oregon.

Children will learn about mason bees, cuckoo bees, mining bees, longhorn bees, honeybees and other pollinators through hands-on science activities and interactive lessons.

The event is part of Roseburg Public Library’s Summer Reading Program and will be held at the library, 1409 NE Diamond Lake Blvd.

Admission is free.

Funding for the program is provided through a grant from the Douglas County Cultural Coalition and the Oregon Cultural Trust.

More information about the Summer Reading Program is available at www.roseburgpubliclibrary.org. Library staff can also be reached at 541-492-7050 or library@roseburgor.gov.

ROSEBURG, Ore. - Kids and teens will have another opportunity to experience flight this September as Roseburg EAA Chapter 495 hosts a Young Eagles Rally at the Roseburg Regional Airport.

The event is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 5, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., weather permitting. A rain date is set for Saturday, Sept. 12.

Through the Young Eagles program, children ages 8 to 17 can take a free airplane ride with participating pilots. Parent or legal guardian approval and a signature are required.

Flights are limited, and families are encouraged to register ahead of time to reserve a spot. Registration is available through the QR code on the event flyer or online through EAAchapters.org.

The rally will be held at Roseburg Regional Airport, 3896 NW Stewart Parkway in Roseburg.

Event details:

• What: EAA Chapter 495 Young Eagles Rally
• When: Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
• Rain date: Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026
• Where: Roseburg Regional Airport, 3896 NW Stewart Parkway
• Who: Kids ages 8 to 17
• Cost: Free
• Requirement: Parent or legal guardian approval and signature

The Young Eagles Rally is hosted by EAA Chapter 495.

For more information, families may contact Ken Nicholls at kennicholls233@gmail.com. Organizers encourage those interested in participating to register early due to limited availability.

ROSEBURG, Ore. - Douglas County families can get ready for the new school year with free school supplies, haircuts, food, health services and a full day of activities during the second annual Back-to-School Bash on Saturday, Aug. 22.

This year's event will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Umpqua Community College, moving to a new location after more than 1,600 students and family members attended the inaugural event last year.

The free event is open to Douglas County residents of all ages and is designed to help students and families prepare for the start of school while connecting them with local organizations and resources.

Thrive Umpqua, Aviva Health, Adapt Integrated Health Care, Douglas Education Service District, Roseburg Schools, the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians and Umpqua Health are among the organizations hosting this year's event.

Families will be able to pick up free school supplies while supplies last, and students can enter raffles for prizes including bicycles, scooters, laptops, shoe vouchers and gift cards.

Free haircuts will also be available for students looking for a fresh start before the first day of school.

Lunch will be provided at no cost, with food from Jackson Street Provisions and Smokin' Fridays. Umpqua Dairy ice cream and shave ice from UCC Athletics will also be available.

Umpqua Health will offer no-cost sports physicals and youth vaccinations during the event.

The Bash will include more than 25 student club and team showcases, live performances and activities for children and families ranging from preschool through college age. Planned activities include face painting, caricature drawings, a photo booth, balloon animals, henna tattoos, obstacle courses, a pump track, bike rodeo, soccer, volleyball, pickleball, arrow tag and an unwind zone.

Thundering Waters' WOW Truck will also be on site.

More than 40 community organizations are expected to participate, giving families an opportunity to learn about services and resources available throughout Douglas County.

"No single organization can meet all of a family's needs, but together we can," Thrive Umpqua Executive Director Jess Hand said. "That's why we're proud to help coordinate this event alongside so many partners across schools, healthcare, and our community."

Hand said organizers hope families leave the event with meaningful support and students head into the school year knowing their community is behind them.

Free Transportation Available

Free bus transportation will be offered to the event from four Roseburg-area schools:

• Green Elementary School
• Joseph Lane Middle School
• Eastwood Elementary School
• Roseburg High School

The Back-to-School Bash will take place Saturday, Aug. 22, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Umpqua Community College.

Admission, activities and services are free.

More information is available at thriveumpqua.com/backtoschool.

Douglas County Cheer is inviting young athletes from across the area to get a taste of cheerleading this September as the organization celebrates the 10th anniversary of its annual cheer clinic.

The clinic is open to youth in kindergarten through eighth grade who are not already members of the Douglas County Cheer team. No previous cheer experience is required.

Participants will spend two evenings learning cheers and preparing their own routine before getting the chance to put those skills to use during Winston's Melon Festival.

Clinic practices will be held Sept. 15 and 17 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Winston Middle School.

The experience doesn't end with practice. On Saturday, Sept. 19, participants will join Douglas County Cheer in the Melon Festival Parade and then perform their own routine on stage following the parade.

Registration costs $35 and includes a T-shirt.

For families with children who have been curious about cheer, the clinic offers a chance to try it out, learn a routine and experience performing as part of a group without committing to a full season.

Registration must be completed by Sept. 1.

Clinic Details

• Open to youth in grades K-8
• Sept. 15 and 17
• 5 to 7 p.m.
• Winston Middle School
• $35 registration fee, including a T-shirt
• Participants will cheer in the Melon Festival Parade on Sept. 19
• Participants will perform their own routine on stage after the parade
• Registration deadline: Sept. 1

Families can register online at: https://form.jotform.com/262188338645164

REEDSPORT, Ore. - A 34-year-old Reedsport woman was killed and her 2-year-old son suffered minor injuries after the two were struck by a vehicle Wednesday afternoon in Reedsport.

Reedsport Police Department officers responded at approximately 4 p.m. Aug. 12 to the intersection of U.S. Highway 101 and 19th Street.

When officers arrived, they found several citizens already providing aid to the woman and child.

The woman did not survive her injuries. Her 2-year-old son was transported to Lower Umpqua Hospital, where police said he was treated for minor injuries and later reunited with his father.

Police have not released the identity of the woman or additional details about the driver or circumstances leading up to the crash.

The Reedsport Police Department is continuing to investigate the incident with assistance from Oregon State Police and the Coos Bay Police Department.

Additional information is expected to be released as the investigation continues.

ROSEBURG, Ore. - A warm and mostly sunny weekend is ahead for Roseburg, with afternoon temperatures gradually climbing into the upper 80s by Sunday.

The National Weather Service expects partly sunny skies Friday with a high near 84 degrees. Winds will remain light for much of the day before becoming north-northwest around 6 mph during the afternoon.

Friday night will be partly cloudy with a low around 54.

Saturday is expected to be mostly sunny and slightly warmer, reaching about 86 degrees. Calm winds during the morning will again become north-northwest around 6 mph in the afternoon. Saturday night will be partly cloudy with a low near 54.

Temperatures climb another couple of degrees Sunday, when Roseburg is forecast to reach about 88 under mostly sunny skies. Sunday night will be mostly cloudy with a low around 56.

Across the broader region, forecasters in Medford say southwest flow will keep seasonable warmth and generally dry conditions in place through much of the coming week.

There will still be a slight chance of isolated thunderstorms Friday and Saturday, primarily across western Siskiyou County, along the Cascades and in northern portions of Klamath and Lake counties. Any storms that develop could produce brief rain, gusty and erratic winds and lightning.

Thunderstorm chances decrease Sunday and Monday before drier conditions are expected to take over for most of next week.

For Roseburg and much of the Umpqua Valley, the weekend should remain relatively quiet, with plenty of sunshine and temperatures warming a few degrees each day.

Limited Time Events

• Wellness Walk | Every Saturday Through September | 9am at the Thrive Umpqua office in Roseburg (556 SE Jackson)
• Seven Feathers’ Wine Trolley Tour | June 6 - September 27 | Link
• 2026 Summerfest @ Roseburg Cinema | June 15 - August 20th | Link
• Zumba in the Park | 6:30-7:30 p.m. At Stewart Park every Wednesday through August 26 | FREE!
• Sutherlin Blackberry Festival 2026 | August 14 - 16 | 8 am - 5 pm | Link
• UTV Takeover (Winchester Bay) | August 11 - 16 | Link

Monday, August 10th

• 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, August 11th

• 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.
• Music on the Half Shell 2026 | Steward Park | 7 PM
• Live Music: Mark Malefyt @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8 pm | Link

Wednesday, August 12th

• 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
• Canyonville Farmer's Market | Wednesdays from 9:30 am - 1:30 pm at Seven Feathers Casino Parking Lot | May - October
• Violins In the Vineyard @ Reustle-Prayer Rock Vineyards | 6:30 - 8:30 pm | Link
• Women's "Just for Fun" Summer Golf | 5 pm | Link

Thursday, August 13th

• DJ Trivia @ North Forty Beer Company | 7 - 8:30 pm
• Karaoke Night @ Workman's Bar and Smokehouse | 9 pm - 12 am
• 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: Widespread Haze @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 pm

Friday, August 14th

• Friday Pizzas! @ Reustle-Prayer Rock Vineyards | 12 - 4 pm
• Karaoke Night @ Winchester Pub & Grill | 8 - 11 pm
• Kick Up the Dust - Line Dancing Lessons @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7 - 8 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.
• 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
• Sutherlin Blackberry Festival 2026 | August 14 - 16 | 8 am - 5 pm | Link
• SafeHaven Blessing Bag Event | Featuring Back to School clothes for sizes 4T and up.  We will have some Backpacks, Shoes, Socks, Adult clothes and Toys!  We will also display some Baby Equipment, All FREE! | 990 Stanton St in Roseburg | 12 - 4 pm | Link
• Live Music: Marty Davis Show - Legend of the Pioneer @​ Roseburg Elks Lodge | 5 - 9 pm | Link
• Live Music: Bongolatte @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 pm

Saturday, August 15th

• 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+
• Sutherlin Blackberry Festival 2026 | August 14 - 16 | 8 am - 5 pm | Link
• 2026 Obon Festival @ Stewart Park | 12 - 8 pm | Link
• Deux Barrique Release & Paella @ Reustle-Prayer Rock Vineyards | 6 - 8 pm | Link
• Humvee Vineyard Excursion @ Reustle-Prayer Rock Vineyards | 11 am - 1 pm | Link
• Live Music: Harlan Rivers @ Spire Mountain Cellars | 5:30 - 8:30 pm | Link
• Wine in the Valley @ Melrose Vineyards | 12 - 8 pm | Link
• Salmon Harbor Fishing Derby (Winchester Bay) | Link
• SafeHaven Blessing Bag Event | Featuring Back to School clothes for sizes 4T and up.  We will have some Backpacks, Shoes, Socks, Adult clothes and Toys!  We will also display some Baby Equipment, All FREE! | 990 Stanton St in Roseburg | 9 - 11:30 am | Link
• Live Music: Not Your Ex Lover, Bad Luck Blackouts @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 pm
• Live Music: Cover Culture @​ Two Shy Brewing | 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Sunday, August 16th

• Sutherlin Blackberry Festival 2026 | August 14 - 16 | 8 am - 5 pm | Link
• Live Music: Flagman, Tethys, Arthur Buezo @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 pm

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