June 24, 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 | 521 AM PDT Wed Jun 24 2026

Hot, dry and breezy afternoons will persist through Thursday, though a general cooling trend is expected Wednesday into Thursday. Isolated thunderstorms are possible across the East Side/N. California today. A significant pattern change is expected Friday into the weekend, with rainfall chances and much cooler temperatures. Precip chances will be highest north of the OR/CA border, but daytime RHs will trend significantly higher Friday and Saturday.

DFPA Protected Lands

Umpqua National Forest Protected Lands

ROSEBURG, Ore. - Salad bar fans have something familiar back on the menu at Abby’s Legendary Pizza in Roseburg.

The company announced that its salad bar has returned at the remodeled Stephens Street parlor, with lunch availability seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Abby’s said customers can build their own fresh salad, with four options available: a small plate, large plate, unlimited salad bar option and a pizza combo.

The return was announced in a post from the Stephens Street Roseburg location, which read in part, “Welcome back, salad bar lovers!”

The company also clarified that the salad bar is only for salads and is not a full buffet.

The Stephens Street location is offering the returned salad bar exclusively at that remodeled parlor during the lunch window.

ROSEBURG, Ore. - Saving Grace Humane Society is hoping to help more kittens find homes this summer with a reduced adoption special running now through July 3.

During the promotion, all kittens are available to adopt for $50. The shelter is also encouraging families to consider adopting two kittens together, noting that young cats often do well with a built-in companion. Kittens can help keep each other entertained, learn important social skills together and may be less likely to get into mischief when they have a buddy.

Each adopted kitten goes home spayed or neutered, microchipped and current on age-appropriate vaccines and flea treatments.

Those interested in adopting can visit Saving Grace during open adoption hours, Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 6:30 p.m., to meet the kittens currently available.

For those who are not ready to adopt, the shelter is also asking people to consider fostering. Fostering allows Saving Grace to care for more animals by opening up space at the shelter while giving pets a temporary place to stay.

More information about adoption and fostering is available through Saving Grace Humane Society.

ROSEBURG, Ore. - Firefighters from multiple local agencies responded Tuesday afternoon to a grass fire near the 1300 block of Dairy Loop Road in Roseburg.

The fire was reported at about 4:54 p.m. on Tuesday, June 23. Crews from the Douglas Forest Protective Association, Lookingglass Rural Fire District, Tenmile Rural Fire District and Central Douglas Fire & Rescue were called to the scene.

When firefighters arrived, they found a grass fire spreading at a moderate pace. The fire had also reached hay bales and a piece of equipment in the area.

Crews were able to quickly stop the forward spread of the fire, keeping it to a final GPS-mapped size of 2.2 acres.

DFPA said the hay bales and equipment are expected to continue burning for some time, which may produce visible smoke in the area. Firefighters will remain on scene while they work to fully extinguish the remaining heat.

Drivers traveling near Dairy Loop Road are asked to use caution and watch for emergency crews working along or near the roadway.

No evacuations have been issued for the fire.

DFPA said this will be the only public information released about the incident.

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ore. - Residents in parts of Douglas County may see smoke this week as the Douglas Forest Protective Association carries out planned live-fire training exercises.

The training is scheduled for Tuesday, June 23, through Friday, June 26, at prepared sites in the 4000 block of North Bank Road in Roseburg and the 4000 block of Gazley Road in Myrtle Creek. Smoke may be visible in those areas between about 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

A separate training exercise is also planned for Friday, June 26, near the 20000 block of OR-138 in Elkton. Smoke may also be visible there during the same late-morning to early-afternoon window.

DFPA said the burns are part of ongoing firefighter training and will take place in areas that have been prepared ahead of time. Control lines have been built around each training site to help keep the fire contained while crews practice in a controlled setting.

The exercises give firefighters hands-on experience with wildland fire response, including fire suppression tactics, hose operations and coordination during an incident. DFPA’s newly onboarded camera detection staff and dispatch operators will also use the training to practice spotting, reporting and communicating about wildfire activity in a realistic environment.

The agency said the live-fire exercises will be conducted under the supervision of experienced instructors.

DFPA is reminding the public that the smoke is expected and tied to scheduled training. The agency said the work is an important part of preparing firefighters and support staff for wildfire season across the Douglas District.

SALEM, Ore. - Fireworks sales are now underway in Oregon, and state fire officials are reminding residents to know the rules before lighting anything for the Fourth of July.

The 2026 retail fireworks sales season runs from June 23 through July 6. During that time, Oregonians can purchase consumer-legal fireworks from permitted stands and retailers, but the Oregon State Fire Marshal says people should check local restrictions before celebrating.

Rules can vary by city, county and fire district, especially in areas facing higher wildfire danger.

“Before lighting any fireworks, make sure you know what’s allowed where you are,” Oregon State Fire Marshal Assistant Chief Deputy Mark Johnston said.

In Oregon, fireworks that fly into the air, explode, or travel more than 12 feet across the ground are illegal without a permit from the state fire marshal. That includes bottle rockets, Roman candles and firecrackers.

Violating Oregon fireworks laws is a Class B misdemeanor and can carry a fine of up to $2,500. People who misuse fireworks may also be responsible for fire suppression costs or damage caused by a resulting fire. Parents can be held liable for damage caused by their children.

Even legal fireworks are not allowed everywhere. State fire officials said consumer fireworks may not be used on public lands, national parks and forests, Bureau of Land Management lands, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service properties, Oregon state beaches, state parks, campgrounds or private lands protected by the Oregon Department of Forestry.

The fire marshal’s office is encouraging people to keep water nearby, keep children and pets back, avoid dry grass and other flammable areas, and soak used fireworks before throwing them away. Officials also warn people not to relight fireworks that fail to go off.

The agency’s message heading into the holiday is simple: keep it legal and keep it safe.

More information about Oregon fireworks laws, safety tips and retail permits is available through the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s fireworks resources.

ROSEBURG, Ore. - Music on the Half Shell opened its 2026 season Tuesday night with a warm evening, a relaxed crowd and a strong first-show turnout at the Nichols Band Shell in Stewart Park.

The John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band kicked off the summer concert series, drawing families, couples and longtime Half Shell regulars to the park with lawn chairs, blankets and coolers spread across the hillside.

While the heat may have kept some people home early in the evening, the crowd continued to settle in as the sun dropped and temperatures eased.

“I thought it was a great turnout for the first concert,” one Music on the Half Shell board member said after the show. “It was very warm out, I think the heat kept some away, but once the sun started to set, it turned into a lovely night.”

The board member also praised Jorgenson, describing him as “a wonderful guitar player and vocalist” and noting his Grammy-winning background.

The evening had the feel of a classic Half Shell night, with people stretched out on blankets under the trees, kids gathered near the stage, and a hillside full of concertgoers taking in the music as the temperature eased.

Organizers said the night went smoothly overall, including for families in attendance.

“The kids were on their best behavior tonight,” the board member said. “It was an easy going, great night for sure.”

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)
• Seven Feathers’ Wine Trolley Tour | June 6 - September 27 | Link
• 2026 Summerfest @ Roseburg Cinema | June 15 - August 20th | Link
• Coastal Photographic Art Expo | June 19 - 25 | Reedsport | Mindpower Gallery | 10 am - 5 pm | Link
• Summer MELODRAMA in the Park - Oakland | Free Event | 19,20,26,27 at 7 pm & 21m28 at 2 pm | Link
• Zumba in the Park | 6:30-7:30 p.m. At Stewart Park every Wednesday through August 26 | FREE!

Monday, June 22nd

• 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 23rd

• 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

Wednesday, June 24th

• 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
• Downtown Roseburg Clean-Up | 5 - 6 PM | Thrive Umpqua Office at 556 SE Jackson St in Roseburg.
• Live Music: Bob Hall @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8 pm | Link

Thursday, June 25th

• 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
• Riddle City Library Summer Reading Program |  Create your own colorful tie-dye creations with Victoria Carnate! (children and teens) | 1 pm
• Live Music: Ben Rice & The Portland Hustle @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 pm

Friday, June 26th

• 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
• Movies in the Park @ Nichols Bandshell - Stewart Park | 8 - 11 pm | Link
• 57th Annual Umpqua Valley Arts Summer Arts Festival | June 26 - 28th | 10 am - 9 pm | Link
• Riverbend Live! 2026 Concert Series | 7 - 9 pm | Link
• Live Music: Wild at Heart Band @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 pm

Saturday, June 27th

• 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+
• 57th Annual Umpqua Valley Arts Summer Arts Festival | June 26 - 28th | 10 am - 9 pm | Link
• Blind Wine Throwdown - Rose @ The Wine Destination | 2 - 4 pm | Link
• Dream Night @ Wildlife Safari | 9 am - 8 pm | Link
• Live Music: Goldpine @ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 - 10:30 pm | Link
• Live Music: Ocean's Blvd. @ Two Shy Brewing | 6:30 - 8:30 pm | Link
• Seven Feathers’ Wine Fest of the Umpqua Valley | 11 am - 4 pm | Link
• Blackbird $5k Fishing Derby at Diamond Lake Resort | Register Online
• Riddle Sawdust Jubilee | "Small Town - Big Blast"
• Seven Feathers Wine Festival | Link
• Live Music: Isaac Barrager @​ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 9 pm
• Live Music: Goldpine @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 pm

Sunday, June 28th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Brix Bar and Grill | Every Sunday | 6 - 8 pm
• 57th Annual Umpqua Valley Arts Summer Arts Festival | June 26 - 28th | 10 am - 9 pm | Link
• 5K Wine Run @ Abacela | 9 am - 12 pm | Link
• Live Music: Vine Katz @ Melrose Vineyards | 3 - 5 pm | Link

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