August 18, 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 | 422 AM PDT Tue Aug 18 2026

Mostly dry conditions are expected through mid week with typical summer afternoon breezes/humidity, temperatures near to slightly above normal, and nightly coastal marine stratus. Expect mostly moderate recoveries this week over the ridges, with poor recoveries across the Warners. An offshore trough will impact the region Thu-Sat, bringing gusty south to southwest winds and some lightning potential Thursday night through Friday.

Douglas County Wildfires

• Castle Fire
  • 3,615 acres | 97% contained
  • Watch Duty

DFPA Protected Lands

US Forest Service - Umpqua National Forest

ROSEBURG, Ore., August 17, 2026 - A H.O.P.E. Drug Court participant is using his graduation community project to give back to local families and provide children with a little extra comfort during times of transition.

Lukas Allen's project, KickStart Smiles, is collecting toys, books, school supplies and other items for children from birth through age 10 whose families are receiving housing assistance through KIC Housing.

The collection includes crayons, coloring books, children's books, small toys, age-appropriate games and activities, backpacks and school supplies. Organizers are asking that donated markers, paints and similar items be washable when possible.

KIC Housing works with local families who need housing assistance while participating in Adapt programs related to substance use disorder. Stable housing can remove one of the biggest barriers families face during recovery, giving parents a safer and more consistent environment while they focus on treatment, their children and rebuilding their lives.

For Allen, the project is personal.

"I want to help them better their program by providing items that assist with their process to help kids with fun and useful items the parents may not always have the opportunity to provide," Allen said. "I received housing assistance and am grateful for the help with my children."

Along with toys and activities for younger children, Allen is collecting backpacks and school supplies for families with school-age children. The goal is to ease some of the financial pressure on parents while helping children have the supplies they need to participate in school and feel prepared alongside their classmates.

Supporting Families Through Recovery

Recovery can affect far more than the individual participating in treatment.

For parents, the process can also involve rebuilding relationships with their children, creating more stable routines and, in some cases, working toward safe and healthy family reunification.

Substance use disorder can place significant strain on an entire family. As parents move through treatment and recovery, rebuilding trust and strengthening relationships with their children can take time.

Stable housing, consistent routines, access to treatment and community support can all help families move forward together.

For children, that stability can mean having a safer environment, predictable routines and opportunities to reconnect with a parent who is working to make lasting changes. Even something as simple as a backpack, coloring book or new toy can give a child something familiar and positive during an uncertain period.

H.O.P.E. Drug Court and Community Projects

The H.O.P.E. Drug Court Program provides participants with treatment, court supervision, structured accountability and connections to community resources intended to address challenges associated with substance use disorder.

Participants work toward long-term stability in areas that can include housing, employment, family relationships, physical and behavioral health and their connection to the community.

Community service projects are part of the graduation phase and give participants an opportunity to use their own experiences to help others.

Through KickStart Smiles, Allen hopes to support families who may be facing challenges similar to those he experienced while also giving children something of their own to enjoy.

How to Help

Items being collected include:

• Washable toys for children from birth through age 10
• Crayons
• Coloring books
• Children's books
• Small toys
• Age-appropriate games and activities
• Backpacks
• School supplies

Donations will be accepted through September 15, 2026.

Donations can be dropped off at:

Clint Newell Motors
1481 NE Stephens Street
Roseburg, Oregon

Douglas County Juvenile Department
First-floor lobby of the Douglas County Courthouse
1036 SE Douglas Avenue, Room 105A
Roseburg, Oregon

Each donated backpack, book, box of crayons, toy or school supply will go toward helping a local family working toward recovery and greater stability.

Community Invited to 114th H.O.P.E. Drug Court Graduation

The community will also have an opportunity to recognize participants completing the program during the 114th H.O.P.E. Drug Court Graduation on Tuesday, October 13, at 5:15 p.m.

The ceremony will be held at Cascade Hall at the Douglas County Fairgrounds.

The graduation recognizes participants who have worked through treatment, maintained their recovery, met program requirements and completed the H.O.P.E. Drug Court Program.

The ceremony also gives family members, friends and community members an opportunity to recognize the work that goes into reaching graduation and hear about the challenges and accomplishments participants experienced along the way.

Graduate flyers and additional information about the program are available through the Douglas County Local Public Safety Coordinating Council at https://douglascountyor.gov/851/HOPE-Drug-Court.

CAMAS VALLEY, Ore. - Two residents were displaced after a fire heavily damaged a home along East Camas Road in Camas Valley, according to Camas Valley Fire.

Firefighters were paged at approximately 11 a.m. for a reported structure fire in the area. Tender 4260 was the first apparatus to arrive and found heavy smoke and flames coming from the front and side of the residence.

Crews immediately began suppression efforts and were able to keep the fire contained to the structure, with little to no spread into the surrounding wildland.

No one was inside the home when the fire started, and no injuries were reported among residents or responding firefighters.

The residence was considered a total loss. Camas Valley Fire said the home sustained approximately 100% smoke damage and 75% flame damage, along with a partial roof collapse. Two residents were displaced as a result of the fire.

An investigation determined the probable cause was an electrical short at an outlet inside a bedroom. According to the fire district, the electrical issue ignited nearby material and spread to a mattress, resulting in rapid fire growth.

Camas Valley Fire responded with Tender 4260, Engines 4230, 4231 and 4232, Ambulance 4270 and Brush Truck 4281. Nine volunteer firefighters responded to the incident.

Crews remained at the scene for approximately 2.5 hours while completing overhaul and mop-up operations, checking for remaining hot spots and resupplying apparatus before returning to service.

Mutual aid was provided by Tenmile Rural Fire District, Lookingglass Rural Fire District, Douglas Forest Protective Association and the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.

Because of the potential for the structure fire to spread into nearby vegetation, DFPA also had a spotter aircraft and helicopter overhead and ready to assist if the fire extended into the wildland.

Camas Valley Fire thanked the firefighters, personnel and agencies involved in the response, saying the additional resources were important in containing the fire and protecting the surrounding area.

Five Oregon tribal charitable foundations, including the Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation, are helping fund vision screenings for K-12 students across the state during the upcoming 2026-27 school year.

The Oregon Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation announced Monday that it will receive grant funding from the Wildhorse Foundation, Three Rivers Foundation, Siletz Tribal Charitable Contribution Fund, Coquille Tribal Community Fund and Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation to support its School Vision Screening Program.

The program works with schools, Lions Clubs, health professionals and community organizations to identify potential vision problems in students and connect families with follow-up resources when needed. The foundation says its program conducts hundreds of on-site screenings each year and provides referrals for low-cost vision services to children who may have vision concerns.

For families, the screening can be an important first step in identifying a problem that might otherwise go unnoticed. Students who are referred following a screening are also connected with resources for low-cost or no-cost vision exams and eyeglasses.

According to the foundation, more than 200,000 Oregon students received vision screenings through the program during the 2025-26 school year. OLSHF also reached a major milestone in 2024 when it screened its two-millionth student.

The program uses Welch Allyn Spot vision screening devices, which can identify several potential vision issues within seconds without requiring students to read a traditional eye chart. That allows screenings to include younger children, nonverbal students and students who do not speak English as their first language.

Funding from the five tribal foundations will help cover School Vision Screening Program costs in nearly 60% of Oregon counties, reaching students in urban areas as well as rural and remote communities.

The Oregon Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation said its partnerships with Oregon tribes extend back many years and that the organizations will continue working together to help students receive access to vision screenings and follow-up care.

More information about the foundation is available at olshf.org, and details about the School Vision Screening Program can be found on the foundation's School Vision Screening page.

TENMILE, Ore. - Firefighters quickly contained a small natural cover fire Sunday afternoon near Burnt Mountain Road, northwest of Tenmile, after flames began spreading from a burning stump into nearby slash.

The Douglas Forest Protective Association said crews were dispatched at approximately 2:34 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, to the area of the Coos Bay Wagon Road and Burnt Mountain Road crossing, about 8.3 miles northwest of Tenmile.

Firefighters from DFPA, Lookingglass Rural Fire District and Tenmile Rural Fire District responded to the incident.

When crews arrived, they found a large stump burning between the gravel road and the timberline along Burnt Mountain Road. The fire was slowly spreading into nearby slash.

Ground crews quickly stopped the forward spread before completing mop-up operations. The fire was contained at approximately 1/100th of an acre and later moved into patrol status.

No homes or other structures were threatened.

DFPA also used its fixed-wing air attack aircraft and a contracted Type 2 helicopter to check the surrounding area for any additional fire starts. No other fires were found.

DFPA Urges Continued Caution During Fire Season

Following the incident, DFPA reminded residents and visitors to check current fire restrictions before heading outdoors and to take precautions that can prevent human-caused fires.

During fire season:

• Campfires are restricted and are only allowed in designated locations.
• Drivers should avoid parking or traveling through dry, cured grass when possible because hot vehicle components can ignite vegetation.
• Vehicles and equipment should be properly maintained, including checking for dragging chains or other sources of heat and sparks.
• Tracer ammunition and explosive targets are restricted.
• Smoking while traveling is restricted except inside vehicles on improved roads, in boats on the water and in designated locations.
• Smoking materials should never be discarded into dry vegetation and should be completely extinguished.

DFPA encouraged the public to know the restrictions in place before traveling or recreating and to take steps to prevent wildfires.

Know before you go. Prevent wildfires.

SALEM, Ore. - Gov. Tina Kotek has proclaimed August 2026 as National Emergency Management Awareness Month in Oregon, highlighting the work of emergency managers who help communities prepare for, respond to and recover from disasters.

The statewide recognition is part of a national campaign led by the International Association of Emergency Managers. In Oregon, the Oregon Department of Emergency Management is coordinating the effort alongside local, Tribal, regional and state emergency management agencies.

Emergency management work often takes place well before an emergency reaches the public, with agencies planning for disasters, coordinating resources, training personnel and helping communities prepare for situations ranging from wildfires and severe weather to earthquakes and other large-scale emergencies.

“In Oregon, emergency management brings together state, local, tribal, and private partners to safeguard our communities long before disaster strikes,” OEM Director Erin McMahon said. “We’re proud to spotlight the field of emergency management and the dedicated professionals who work every day to prepare for our worst day, protect lives, strengthen community resilience, and coordinate help when it’s needed most.”

Supporting Communities Across Oregon

OEM provides statewide coordination and assistance through its Regional Emergency Management Coordinators Program, which includes field staff assigned to support Oregon's 36 counties and nine federally recognized Tribes.

Those coordinators provide technical assistance and guidance throughout the different stages of emergency management, including preparedness, response and long-term recovery.

OEM also works directly with Oregon's Tribal Nations through its Tribal Liaison and coordinates with businesses and industry representatives through its Public Private Partnership Program.

During major emergencies involving multiple agencies or jurisdictions, OEM operates the State Emergency Coordination Center. The center acts as a central coordination point where state agencies and emergency support partners can share information, organize resources and respond to requests from affected communities.

OEM is also responsible for coordinating Oregon's 18 Emergency Support Functions and works with more than 50 local and Tribal emergency management offices across the state.

Residents Encouraged to Prepare

Emergency Management Awareness Month is also being used as an opportunity to encourage Oregonians to learn more about emergency preparedness in their own communities.

OEM suggests several ways residents can participate, including learning who their local emergency manager is, thanking emergency management staff and volunteers, and reviewing their household emergency plans.

Residents can also:

• Make or update an emergency supply kit.
• Sign up for local emergency notifications through ORAlert.gov.
• Review evacuation and family communication plans.
• Work toward being prepared to remain self-sufficient for at least two weeks following a major disaster.
• Recognize local emergency management personnel, volunteers and Community Emergency Response Team members.
• Share preparedness efforts on social media using #EMAwarenessMonth.

Oregon's "Be 2 Weeks Ready" initiative encourages households to gradually build the supplies, plans and skills needed to take care of themselves for at least two weeks following a major emergency when normal services may be disrupted.

OEM plans to continue sharing preparedness information and highlighting the work of emergency management professionals throughout August.

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!

Monday, August 17th

• 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 18th

• 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.
• Melrose Sunset Club: Rudof Korv @ Melrose Vineyards | 6 - 8 pm | Link
• Trivia with Amy @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8:30 pm | Link

Wednesday, August 19th

• 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
• Live Music: Dylan James Clark @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8 pm | Link

Thursday, August 20th

• 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: Jay William Miller @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 pm

Friday, August 21st

• 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
• Live Music: Belltower @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 pm
• Live Music: Devon Rockholt @​ Lookingglass Brewery | 6 pm

Saturday, August 22nd

• 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+
• David Brighton’s Space Oddity @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 7 - 8:30 pm | Link
• DCCS Scottish Highland Games @ Melrose Vineyards | August 22 & 23rd | 9 am - 5 pm | Link
• Umpqua Brew Fest - Downtown Roseburg | 12 - 7 pm | Link
• Kool Coastal Night Car Show | Winchester Bay | Beach Blvd | Link
• Live Music: Ty Curtis @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 pm

Sunday, August 23rd

• DCCS Scottish Highland Games @ Melrose Vineyards | August 22 & 23rd | 9 am - 5 pm | Link

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

- The Roseburg Receiver Team