January 13, 2026

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

• Current Temp: 32° F
• Humidity: 97%
• Wind: 3 MPH SW
• Current Conditions: Fog
• Air Quality Index: 53
• Today's Forecast: High 52 | Low 32 | Sunny
• Sunrise: 7:44 AM | Sunset: 5:00 PM

AIR STAGNATION ADVISORY IN EFFECT THROUGH 10:00 A.M. FRIDAY

An Air Stagnation Advisory remains in effect through 10:00 a.m. Friday within the valleys of Douglas County.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service in Medford said poor air quality conditions will continue. This is due to an inversion and stagnant air conditions near the surface that will continue to trap pollutants within the valleys.

Poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems. Most outdoor burning will likely be prohibited as poor ventilation continues.

A strong area of high pressure remains in place. This will lead to poor mixing of the atmosphere and the trapping of pollutants. The high looks to stay in place throughout the week ahead.

Drivers should slow down, use their headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of their vehicle.

ROSEBURG STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS OFFERED MONDAY

On Monday night, Roseburg Mayor Larry Rich delivered the annual State of the City address during the first council meeting of the new year.

A city release said in the speech, Rich noted accomplishments in the past year – including urban growth boundary adjustments to allow new home construction and recreational trail expansions, major grants won for capital improvement projects, a $6.3 million renovation of the historic Stewart Park Drive bridge, and the city rallying in response to spring flooding.

Rich also called attention to the expansion of an urban renewal area, city-supported progress on the community college medical degree programs and a continuing partnership that assisted more people seeking stable housing, prohibited camping convictions, renewed efforts for downtown to rejoin the Oregon Main Street program, and city sponsored flower backets, holiday lights and the Halloween parade downtown.

Before the close of his speech, Rich outlined major projects the city is working on in 2026 – including master plan updates for Stewart Park, the Water System and the library, a preliminary plan for Charter Oaks sewer improvements to facilitate housing construction, and more. Rich also talked about council goals of addressing homelessness through such solutions as an urban campground, park improvements including Brown Park’s renovation, trail construction at Sunshine Park and field upgrades at Fir Grove Park, plus an airport runway rehabilitation design project.

The speech from Mayor Rich, an accompanying PowerPoint slideshow and the 2025 Year-End Report will be available on the city’s website: www.cityofroseburg.org via the https://www.cityofroseburg.org/your-government/mayor-council/state-city-message

COLLEGE ANNOUNCES WOOLEY CENTER/SBDC MOVE TO DOWNTOWN

Umpqua Community College has announced that both the UCC Wooley Center and UCC’s Small Business Development Center have officially moved into the recently remodeled downtown Roseburg UCC building at 729 Southeast Jackson Street.

A UCC release said the revitalized building features student housing on the upper floors, with the Wooley Center and SBDC located on the main floor, creating a centralized hub for education, workforce preparation, and small business support in the heart of downtown Roseburg.

The Woolley Center is home to UCC’s College and Career Readiness program. It is a place where students can start their journey, whether preparing for college or a career. The CCR program provides free classes and personalized support for adults aged 16 and older, looking to take their next step forward. Students can receive help with:

• Preparing for GED exams
• Learning English
• Building math and reading skills and
• Exploring college or career pathways with dedicated advisors.

The Small Business Development Center is part of a state and nationwide network providing business resources both in person and online. The SBDC supports entrepreneurs, startups, and established businesses at every stage. The UCC SBDC offers:

• Live and online workshops
• No-cost, confidential business advising
• Basic and in-depth business fundamentals
• Ongoing, customized strategic planning
• CCB pre-license training and exam preparation
• Real estate broker and property manager pre-license training and
• Small business management program

For those starting a business, growing it to the next level, or planning for succession, the SBDC is ready to help.

For more information on Umpqua Community College, go to: https://umpqua.edu/

ROSEBURG VA HEALTH CARE SYSTEM OFFERS HELP TO PREVENT SUICIDE

Everyone has a role to play in preventing suicide and there is hope.

The Roseburg VA Health Care System is reaching out to offer resources and support for all veterans who may be struggling, regardless of when or where they served.

A VA release said the RVHCS is reaffirming its dedication to preventing veteran suicide.

Associate Chief of Staff for Mental Health Paul Harman said, “In Roseburg, we stand united to ensure that every veteran knows they are never alone. Our community’s dedication to suicide prevention reflects a promise: hope and healing are always within reach”.

VA Roseburg is actively working with local community partners, community organizations and veterans themselves to provide comprehensive mental health resources and crisis intervention services. These efforts include outreach programs, peer support and immediate access to care for those in need.

Learn more by going to: https://www.va.gov/roseburg-health-care/

UACT ORGANIZING FATHER/DAUGHER DANCE, TICKETS ON SALE

Umpqua Actors Community Theatre is now organizing the Douglas County Father/Daughter Winter Wonderland Dance.

It will take place on Friday, February 20th from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. The event is designed to be the perfect opportunity for daughters to enjoy a special night with their dads. The evening will be filled with music, dancing and refreshments, creating unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime. All ages are welcome to dance the night away with a live disc jockey spinning tunes to delight everyone’s ears.

Tickets are $20 per person, with children 24 months of age and younger admitted for free. This includes dance entry, refreshments, a raffle ticket for prizes, access to the free photo booth, and a keepsake gift for all daughters.

Professional photography by Captivating Photography, and a jewelry booth with Clara’s Pearls will be available for purchase at the event.

Tickets can be purchased at: https://www.uact-theatre.com/fatherdaughterdance, also at the UACT box office on West Harvard Avenue and at the door. Call UACT at 673-2125 for more information.

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

Monday, January 12th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7PM
• Open Mic Night @ Little Brothers Pub | 6 - 8 PM
• Live Music: Erik Schnautz @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Open Mic Night at Little Brothers Pub, hosted by Benjammin' | 6 - 9 PM | Link

Tuesday, January 13th

• 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: Mark Malefyt @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Vine Katz Duo Sings Jazz at Abacela | 2 - 4 PM | Link

Wednesday, January 14th

• 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.
• Line Dancing at Canyon Creek Tavern | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Live Music: Patterns Fly @ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 10 PM

Thursday, January 15th

• 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
• All Age Karaoke Night at Urban NY Pizza & Grill | 7 - 9 PM | Link

Friday, January 16th

• 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
• Cooking Class: Wayne's Famous Bratwurst @ Melrose Vineyards | 5:30 - 8 PM | Link
• The Ashes LIVE at Elements, Seven Feathers Casino | 9 PM - 1 AM | Link
• Art & Wine Tasting Events Mindpower Gallery | 4 - 7 PM | 517 Fir Ave (Hwy 38) Reedsport | Link
• Live Music: TOB (That Other Band) @ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 9:30 PM

Saturday, January 17th

• 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
• Karaoke Night with KJ Stone | 7 - 11 PM | Link
• Borrowed Time LIVE at Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 8 PM - 12 AM | Link
• The Ashes LIVE at Elements, Seven Feathers Casino | 9 PM - 1 AM | Link
• Live Music: Rosemary Walks, Caeli Barnhart @ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 10 PM
• Live Music: Bekkah McCalvage @ Two Shy Brewing | 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Sunday, January 18th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Brix Bar and Grill | Every Sunday | 6 - 8 PM
• Open-Mic Night @ The Rosebud Theatre | 4 - 8 PM | Link
• Live Music: Chrysalis Sisters @ Melrose Vineyards | 3 - 5 PM | Link
• Third Sunday BLUEGRASS Jam from 1 – 4 pm at Sutherlin Senior Center | 1 - 4 PM | Link
• DJ Trivia at Elements Lounge, Seven Feathers Casino | 7 - 8 PM | Link
• Jackpot Bingo @ Lookingglass Brewery | 11 AM - 1 PM

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

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