June 12, 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 | 318 AM PDT Fri Jun 12 2026

A warming and drying trend is expected through the rest of the week and into this weekend. Gusty east-northeast winds increase along the southern Oregon coast, coast ranges and northwest California through Saturday, with more typical diurnal winds for areas farther inland, but occasionally breezy both Friday and Saturday afternoons. A heat wave will impact much of the region Sunday through at least Tuesday, with very low humidities and broad north to east flow. Triple digit heat is likely to impact many inland areas west of the Cascades. Some cooling is possible later next week.

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ore. — A boat dock replacement and parking improvement project is getting underway at Cooper Creek County Park, bringing temporary staggered closures to both boat launch areas at the reservoir.

The Douglas County Parks Department, in partnership with the Oregon State Marine Board and the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife, announced that the project will replace the East and West boat docks and include parking lot paving and accessibility-related site improvements.

Officials said the work is intended to improve public access, safety and recreational boating opportunities at the park.

East Boat Ramp Closure

The first phase of work will begin at the East Boat Ramp area, located on the east end of Cooper Creek Reservoir off Cooper Creek Road.

The East Boat Ramp, dock and parking lot will close beginning Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

During the closure:

• The East Boat Ramp area will be fully closed to the public.
• No vehicle access will be allowed.
• No pedestrian access will be allowed.
• No boating access will be available from that site.
• Work will include dock replacement, parking lot resurfacing and accessibility-related improvements.

Contractors anticipate reopening the East Boat Ramp area by June 22, 2026, though the schedule may change depending on weather and construction conditions.

During this phase, the West Boat Ramp will remain open for public boat launching and recreational use.

West Boat Ramp Closure

The second phase of the project will move to the West Boat Ramp, dock and parking lot, located off Edgewater Drive near the park entrance and dam.

The West Boat Ramp area is scheduled to close beginning Sunday, July 5, 2026.

During that closure:

• The West Boat Ramp area will be fully closed to the public.
• No vehicle access will be available.
• No pedestrian access will be available.
• No boating access will be available from that site.
• Work will include dock replacement, parking lot resurfacing and related accessibility improvements.

Contractors anticipate completing work and reopening the West Boat Ramp area on or before September 4, 2026, though the timeline could be affected by weather.

During the West Boat Ramp closure, visitors will be directed to use the East Boat Ramp for boating access and recreational activities.

One Ramp Expected to Remain Open

County officials said the closures are being staggered so that at least one ramp and dock will remain open during the construction process.

Visitors are asked to use caution around the park, follow posted construction, detour and warning signs, and avoid closed areas while work is underway.

The overall project is expected to be completed by Labor Day weekend 2026.

Contractors and Project Work

The project will modernize both launch facilities by replacing aging boat docks and improving nearby parking areas.

Through a request-for-bids process:

• Topper Industries I, LLC was awarded the dock replacement contract.
• JRT Construction, LLC, a local contractor, was awarded the paving contract.

Project Funding

Funding for the project comes from a combination of state, federal, local and community sources.

The project includes:

• $561,736 from Oregon State Marine Board 2025-2027 Cycle One and Cycle Two Facility Grant award No. 1743.
• $485,209 in federal pass-through U.S. Fish and Wildlife Sport Fish Restoration funds through Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife Sub-Award Grant No. 293-25.
• $3,500 from the Umpqua Fishery Enhancement Derby.
• $1,000 from the Sutherlin Rotary Club.
• $403,150 in matching Douglas County Park revenue funds.

The Oregon State Marine Board grant program uses revenue from motorized boater fees and taxes to support boating facility improvements across the state.

The Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife funding comes through the federal Sport Fish Restoration program, which is supported by excise taxes on fishing gear and boat fuel and passed through to states for recreational boating access projects.

About Cooper Creek County Park

Cooper Creek County Park is located about three miles southeast of Sutherlin and provides access to the 166-acre Cooper Creek Reservoir.

The park is part of the Douglas County Parks system, which was established in 1949 and was the first county park system in Oregon. The system now includes 70 properties across the county, including 23 boat ramps, 11 campgrounds and 42 day-use parks.

Project Timeline

• June 17, 2026: East Boat Ramp, dock and parking lot closure begins.
• June 22, 2026: East Boat Ramp area expected to reopen, weather permitting.
• July 5, 2026: West Boat Ramp, dock and parking lot closure begins.
• On or before September 4, 2026: West Boat Ramp area expected to reopen, weather permitting.
• Labor Day weekend 2026: Overall project expected to be complete.

County officials said they appreciate the public’s patience and cooperation while the improvements are completed.

ROSEBURG, Ore. — U-pick blueberry season is getting underway in Roseburg, with Big Bend Berries set to open for the season on Saturday, June 13.

The farm will begin the picking season with its Patriot blueberry variety. Berries are priced at $1.85 per pound, and the farm says its blueberries are not sprayed.

Visitors should bring their own containers for picking. Big Bend Berries accepts cash or check only.

Big Bend Berries is located at 458 Big Bend Road in Roseburg.

Season hours are Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon-ish, and Tuesday and Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The farm is closed on Sundays.

Big Bend Berries is located at 458 Big Bend Rd. in Roseburg.

Visit their Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/bigbendberries

ROSEBURG, Ore. — A Douglas Education Service District program helped bring mental health support directly into schools across Douglas County, connecting students with care while also training a new group of local providers.

The School-Based Mental Health program began in January 2023 with federal funding through the U.S. Department of Education’s School-Based Mental Health Services Grant program. The effort was created to address two connected challenges in rural communities: growing student mental health needs and a shortage of available providers.

Douglas ESD partnered with Bushnell University to place graduate-level counseling students in local K–12 schools while they completed their training. The interns were employed by Douglas ESD and served in school districts throughout the county, giving students more access to support during the school day.

The program also helped reduce barriers for people pursuing mental health careers. Tuition and program fees were covered through the grant, and Bushnell offered evening classes locally at Umpqua Community College. UCC donated classroom space and technology support, while Bushnell used a hybrid format that allowed students to complete graduate coursework without leaving the region.

The project was led through Douglas ESD’s Behavioral Health Services Program. Tiana Oaks, assistant director of Behavioral Health Services, helped guide collaboration with districts and regional partners. Cati Adkins, school-based mental health grant manager and project director, helped develop the grant and supported the program as an academic liaison.

Interns served students in all 13 Douglas County school districts. Their work included one-on-one mental health support, emotional regulation help, relationship-building, social-emotional skill development, early intervention, crisis response and other student support services.

By placing providers in schools, the program made it easier for students to receive help sooner. It also strengthened communication between educators, counselors, administrators, families and community partners.

Program data shows the effort reached a large number of students during its grant period. About one in eight students in Douglas County schools received individual support through the program. In total, 1,572 students participated in individual sessions, while 2,287 additional students took part in group support and prevention activities.

Interns provided more than 13,500 hours of one-on-one care, which Douglas ESD said equals about 1,695 full school days of support. They also assisted with Behavioral Safety Assessment Teams, suicide screenings, crisis response and other school-based needs.

The program also helped build a local workforce pipeline. Evaluation data showed that 13 of 14 responding interns are still working in mental health or a related field, with many serving children, youth and families in Douglas County and nearby rural communities.

“This project demonstrated the importance of bringing behavioral health support directly into schools while investing in the development of local providers who understand the strengths and needs of rural communities,” Oaks said. “Students benefited from increased access to care, and our region gained new professionals committed to serving children and families close to home.”

An independent evaluation by the Rede Group found the program is expected to have a significant long-term community impact. Based on national research, evaluators estimated the project could generate more than $75 million in long-term community benefit.

While the grant-funded project has ended, Douglas ESD said the need for student mental health support remains. Districts no longer have the same level of access to onsite school-based mental health services that was available during the program.

Douglas ESD and regional partners are continuing work to strengthen referral pathways between schools, families, behavioral health providers and community organizations. Project leaders said one of the biggest takeaways was the importance of local partnerships and training models that allow rural communities to grow their own provider workforce.

The School-Based Mental Health cohort included graduate students serving schools across Douglas County. Most were enrolled in Bushnell University’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling master’s program, while one participated through Oregon State University’s school counseling program with a clinical mental health emphasis.

The 2025 Bushnell Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduates included Alexa Parks, Allen Sjogren, Autumn Mann, Calie Mitchell, Elizabeth Payne, Haley McGee, Isabella Mast, Jonathon Williams, Marcus Vela, Summer Fry and Lloyd Durbin.

Beau Shelby and Taryn Terhune at Bushnell University, along with Courtney Hallgrimson at Oregon State University, completed their Douglas ESD internships and are continuing work toward their degree programs.

Douglas ESD thanked the school districts, college partners, clinical supervisors, behavioral health organizations and community partners who helped carry out the project.

ROSEBURG, Ore. — The first significant warm up of the summer is expected to arrive this weekend, bringing elevated heat risk to much of southern Oregon and northern California from Sunday through Tuesday.

The National Weather Service office in Medford says the hottest temperatures are expected Monday, with a cooling trend forecast for the latter half of next week.

For valleys west of the Cascades, including Roseburg, Medford and Grants Pass, temperatures are expected to climb into the upper 90s and low 100s. East Side communities are expected to see highs mainly in the upper 80s and 90s.

Roseburg is forecast to reach 98 degrees Sunday and Monday, followed by 94 degrees Tuesday. Grants Pass and Medford are both forecast to reach 103 degrees Sunday and Monday, with triple-digit heat continuing in Medford on Tuesday.

The heat risk is expected to be moderate to major for heat-related illnesses. That level of heat can affect anyone without effective cooling, adequate hydration or regular breaks from the sun.

Because these are expected to be the warmest temperatures of the year so far, many people may not be used to the heat yet. Officials are encouraging people to take precautions, especially during the hottest part of the day.

Recommended safety steps include:

• Drink water before feeling thirsty.
• Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing.
• Take frequent breaks in air conditioning or shade.
• Shift outdoor activities away from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Check on older adults, young children, pets and others who may be more vulnerable to heat.
• Never leave children or pets inside parked vehicles.

Area waterways may also look inviting during the heat, but officials are reminding people that rivers and lakes are still cold. Cold water can quickly affect swimming ability and increase the risk of shock or drowning.

Temperatures are expected to ease later next week, with Roseburg forecast to drop back into the 80s by Wednesday and Thursday.

ROSEBURG, Ore. — Douglas County Commissioners have proclaimed Friday, June 12, 2026, as Women Veterans Day, recognizing the service, sacrifice and contributions of women who have served in the United States Armed Forces.

The proclamation was issued Wednesday, June 10, during the commissioners’ weekly business meeting. Commissioners Tom Kress, Chris Boice and Tim Freeman approved the proclamation, with Boice presenting it on behalf of the board.

Women Veterans Day is observed each year on June 12. The date marks the anniversary of the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act, signed into law by President Harry S. Truman in 1948. The act allowed women to serve as permanent, regular members of the U.S. Armed Forces and Reserves.

Douglas County first recognized the Oregon holiday in 2019, becoming the first county in the state to do so after Women Veterans Day was established in Oregon.

During Wednesday’s meeting, commissioners recognized the long history of women in military service, from the American Revolution to the present day. Women formally began serving in the armed forces with the creation of the Army Nurse Corps in 1901. About 35,000 women served during World War I, while 140,000 served in the U.S. Army and Women’s Army Corps during World War II.

Today, nearly 2.1 million women veterans live in the United States. Douglas County is home to more than 1,600 women veterans, and women are considered the fastest-growing segment of the veteran population.

Commissioner Kress said the day is an opportunity to recognize the courage, dedication and sacrifices of women who served during times of both war and peace. He also noted the importance of remembering the unique challenges women veterans have faced throughout history.

Several local women veterans attended the proclamation presentation, including Cecila McMullen, Tammy Turner, Sharon Conkey Johnston and Dawnetta Loomis. Each received a proclamation certificate.

McMullen, an Army National Guard veteran and president of the local American Women Veterans Association, thanked the commissioners and shared remarks about the importance of recognizing women veterans.

Turner, a U.S. Air Force veteran, said her military service helped shape her leadership skills, values and career path. She said Douglas County stands out as a community that recognizes and supports veterans.

“I am proud to say that Douglas County is an amazing county that really recognizes and honors veterans in our community,” Turner said.

Loomis, a U.S. Army veteran who served for 24 years, also spoke about her military experience. Her service included three combat operations, including Desert Storm, along with several overseas deployments.

Loomis said her time in the military shaped how she views life and helped her grow through difficult experiences. She also said Roseburg has become home after moving from Pennsylvania.

“I am blessed to be here and be in a community that recognizes veterans,” Loomis said.

Commissioners also recognized several organizations that support local veterans and their families, including the Douglas County Veterans Advisory Committee, Douglas County Veteran’s Forum, Vietnam Veterans of America, Associates of Vietnam Veterans of America, Roseburg VA Health Care System Women Veterans Program, Source One Serenity, American Women Veterans Association, Douglas County Veterans Service Office, Cow Creek Veteran Service Office, American Legion posts and auxiliaries, Wings of Love, Veterans of Foreign Wars posts and auxiliaries, and the Umpqua Community College Veterans Group.

The proclamation encourages residents to take time on June 12 to recognize the women who have served in the military and to thank them and their families for their service, sacrifice and contributions.

Limited Time Events

• Guest Artist Dave Hall Exhibit @ Gallery Northwest | May 3nd - June 30th | Every week Tue - Sat | 11 am - 4 pm | Link
• Wellness Walk | Every Saturday Through September | 9am at the Thrive Umpqua office in Roseburg (556 SE Jackson)
• The Cuckoo Clock @ Umpqua Actors Community Theatre (UACT) | June 4th - June 21st | Link
• Seven Feathers’ Wine Trolley Tour | June 6 - September 27 | Link
• 2026 Summerfest @ Roseburg Cinema | June 15 - August 20th | Link

Monday, June 8th

• 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, June 9th

• 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.
• Live Music: Liz Jones Duo @ Abacela | 2 - 4 pm | Link
• Live Music: Mark Malefyt @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8 pm | Link

Wednesday, June 10th

• 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
• Watershed Wednesdays @ The Umpqua Watersheds Clubhouse (533 SE Main St) | 4 - 6 pm

Thursday, June 11th

• 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
• Al-Anon Meeting in Oakland (Weekly) | Oakland Ice House - 212 Lucust St | 2 - 3 PM
• Trivia with Amy @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8:30 pm | Link
• Riddle Summer Reading Program - Program Signups begin at noon. At 1pm, meet some amazing reptiles right here at the library, courtesy of Wildlife Images. | Riddle City Library

Friday, June 12th

• Friday Pizzas! @ Reustle-Prayer Rock Vineyards | 12 - 4 pm
• 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 6:30 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
• Movies in the Park @ Nichols Bandshell - Stewart Park | 8 - 11 pm | Link
• Summer Gift Market @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | June 12 & 13 | 11 am - 7 pm | Link
• Live Music: The Eddy Ross Band @ Spire Mountain Cellars | 1 pm | Link

Saturday, June 13th

• 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+
• Showcase of Quilts Tour | Riversdale Grange - 4788 Garden Valley | Link
• Annual Goat Show | Douglas County Fairgrounds | Link
• Spring Garden Tour 2026 | Link

Sunday, June 14th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Brix Bar and Grill | Every Sunday | 6 - 8 pm
• Flag Day Ceremony 2026 | Millsite Park in Myrtle Creek | 1 pm
• Live Music: No Soap, Radio @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 pm
• Gallery Northwest Reception and Retrospective show to celebrate Lora Block’s contributions to the arts. | Reception: June 14th - 1 - 4 PM | Exhibit June 2nd - 30th

• We now have 21,151 Facebook group members!! Thank you all so much for being here!
• There is now an opportunity to advertise your local business with The Roseburg Receiver! If your company is interested, please email info@theroseburgreceiver.com. Your ad will be featured in The Roseburg Scoop emails, videos, website, and much more.
• Project Skywatch is now fully funded and installation is underway! Find out more about this project at https://www.theroseburgreceiver.com/project-skywatch/

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That is the scoop for this Friday morning. Have a great day and a wonderful weekend!

- The Roseburg Receiver Team