February 12, 2026

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

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• Today's Forecast: High 5y | Low 38 | Cloudy
• Sunrise: 7:15 AM | Sunset: 5:41 PM

Stay up to date on all that’s been happening at the City of Roseburg with the Winter 2026 City Connection e-newsletter, which is now available.

A city release said the online newsletter shares the latest information from city departments – helping residents stay connected with their hometown.

Inside, you can learn about Roseburg’s accomplishments last year, and the city’s plans for the year ahead in Mayor Larry Rich’s 2026 State of the City speech. There is also information about the geocaching event that was held last Saturday, parking changes that are taking effect, and how law enforcement “elves” spread holiday joy to foster kids.

The newsletter also has information about the city’s new water plant superintendent, wintertime safety tips, the library’s delivery program for homebound patrons, and recognition won by the Finance Department for its financial reports.

See the latest City Connection e-newsletter and get signed up to automatically receive future editions, by going to: https://roseburgor.gov/newsletter

Five Roseburg High School seniors have been chosen as the semi-finalists for the 2026 Future First Citizen Awards.

A release from the Roseburg High School Foundation said the outstanding students will share $26,000 in scholarship money, with the winner earning $10,000 toward tuition at the college of their choice. The remaining four finalists will each receive $4,000 scholarships.

The award recognizes five top seniors as future leaders, volunteers, supporters, and role models who will make a difference in their community.

The release said the semi-finalists are Juniper Crocker, Elizabeth Kwok, Emma Rethwill, Taylor Sands, and Ryne Wilson.

The students will be interviewed by a panel that includes a representative from the foundation and several local business leaders. Lone Rock Resources, Columbia Bank, Umpqua Dairy, CHI Mercy Medical Center, Nordic Veneer and the Roseburg Rotary Club have all made three-year commitments to the program.

The winner will be announced at the Roseburg High School Foundation Scholarship night set for Thursday, March 12th at 5:30 p.m. at the RHS student center. Roseburg Disposal sponsors the event.

For more information about the Roseburg High School Foundation, go to: www.roseburghighschoolfoundation.org

The 25th anniversary of the Celebration of Literacy is underway with more events yet to come.

Sponsored by Altrusa International and the Umpqua Literacy Council, the Celebration of Literacy has already had the annual literacy play for young people, presented in the Rose Theater at Roseburg High School. Special events are continuing at libraries around the county.

Celebration of Literacy is held every year to emphasize the importance of reading.

The signature event is “Once Upon a Dragon”. It will be held on Saturday, February 21st from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Wildlife Safari in Winston. Those with a driver’s license with a Douglas County address will get free entry to the drive through. In the Safari Village, there will be a book giveaway, book exchange, animal encounters, crafts, a fishing booth and even tattoos. Every child in attendance will receive a free book.

Find out more about Celebration of Literacy events by going to: www.celebrationofliteracy.com

The Food for Hope Community Food Project continues with a new location to support the FISH Food Pantry on Sunday.

A Douglas County Circuit Court release said H.O.P.E. Drug Court graduate phase participant Elizabeth Weist-Gray recently held a two-day food drive to benefit the FISH Food Pantry in front of Roseburg Grocery Outlet.

Weist-Gray will continue the effort this weekend at Sherm’s Thunderbird Market on Northwest Stewart Parkway in Roseburg. Weist-Gray will have a FISH Food Pantry table and donation barrel, along with a list of most-needed items, inviting community members to help replenish the pantry following the high-demand holiday season. Weist-Gray will be at Sherm’s on Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Her goal with this project is 1,500 pounds and she will continue working to collect enough to surpass her goal.

The FISH Food Pantry has served Douglas County for decades, providing emergency food assistance to residents in need. As one of the area’s key hunger-relief organizations, FISH supports thousands of households each year, including seniors on fixed incomes, families with children, veterans, and individuals facing temporary hardships. Demand for food assistance in Douglas County remains consistently high, particularly during the winter months.

The Douglas County H.O.P.E. Drug Court program is preparing to celebrate its 112th graduation on Tuesday, March 31st at 5:15 p.m. The ceremony will be held in the Cascade Hall building of the fairgrounds.

For more information about the H.O.P.E. Drug Court program, go to: https://www.douglascountyor.gov/851/HOPE-Drug-Court

Limited Time Events

• In Studio Classes @ Create & Sip Studio | January 8 - May 17th | Every Week on Wed - Sun
• "Shifting Landscapes" + Add'l Exhibits @ Umpqua Valley Arts | January 9 - March 6 | Every week Tuesday - Friday | 10 AM - 6 PM | Link
• Sweeney Todd @ Umpqua Actors Community Theatre (UACT) | Jan 30 - 31, Feb 1, 5-8, 12-15 | 7 PM | Link
• “The Power of Place,” Photography Exhibit @ Roseburg Public Library | Jan 15 - Feb 19 | Tuesday - Saturday

Monday, February 9th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7PM
• Open Mic Night @ Little Brothers Pub | 6 - 8 PM

Tuesday, February 10th

• 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
• Live Music: Liz Jones Duo @ Abacela | 2 - 4 PM | Link

Wednesday, February 11th

• 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 | Link
• Karaoke Night at The Wild Rose Saloon | 7 - 10 PM | Link
• 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.
• Valentine's Day Matinee: Mike Frazier Duo @ The Rosebud Theatre | 4 - 7 PM | Link

Thursday, February 12th

• 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 | Link
• Draper Jam Night | 8 - 11:30 PM | Link
• Thirsty Thursday Cornhole Night @ Lookingglass Brewery | Every week on Thursday | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Galentine's Day Bingo @ Melrose Vineyards | 5 PM | Link
• Homeless Forum | Roseburg Public Library | 6 - 7:30 PM | Link

Friday, February 13th

• 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
• Galentine’s Night Out @ The Chapel | 7 PM | Link
• The Blessing Bag Giveaway | Free clothing from infant to adult sizes, formula, baby equipment, diapers, maternity clothes, and more. Bring your own bag. | 12 - 4 PM | Meyer Activity Center - 990 W Stanton St, Roseburg

Saturday, February 14th

• Umpqua Valley Farmers Market | 9AM - 1PM | SE Jackson St | Link
• Roseburg Saturday Market - Outside Winter Market | 10AM - 2PM | Harvard Ave - Rife's Home Furniture Parking Lot (Every Saturday until December 20th)
• 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
• Andrew Santino: Live @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 7 - 8:30 PM | Link
• Gun & Knife Show @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | Feb 14 & 15th | Link
• Locked Zoo: Secret Safari Valentine’s Day Escape Room @ Wildlife Safari | 3:30 PM | Link
• Valentine's Day Conscious Playful Dance & Drum Circle @ Body Balance Yoga Center | 6 - 9 PM | Link
• Valentine's Dinner @ Melrose Vineyards | 5:30 - 8:30 PM | Link
• Valentine's Dinner @ The Chapel | 4 PM | Link
• Rogue Snowmobilers - $5k Poker Run | Diamond Lake Resort
• Valentine's Day Comedy w/ Lexis Sharde, Eleanore Ryan @ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 - 10 PM | Link

Sunday, February 15th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Brix Bar and Grill | Every Sunday | 6 - 8 PM
• Gun & Knife Show @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | Feb 14 & 15th | Link
• FREE Fishing Weekend | Feb 15 & 16th
• Live Music: Wes Watkins, Kaitlyn Williams @ The Rosebud Theatre | 5 - 8 PM | Link

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That is the scoop for this Thursday morning. Enjoy your day!

- The Roseburg Receiver Team