March 25, 2026

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

ROSEBURG, Ore. — Roseburg City Manager Nikki Messenger will retire June 30, Mayor Larry Rich announced Monday during a regular Roseburg City Council meeting.

Rich told councilors that Messenger had notified him she is ready to retire, giving the city about three months to prepare for the transition.

The council scheduled a special meeting for 6 p.m. Monday, March 30, to begin organizing the search for Roseburg’s next city manager.

Rich said the city needs to begin the process right away. He and Council President Andrea Zielinski said they are the only current council members who have previously been involved in a city manager search.

Messenger became Roseburg’s city manager in 2019 after first serving in the role on an interim basis. Before that, she worked her way up through the city’s Public Works Department.

The city council meeting video can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1C3FB5Zfgv/

ROSEBURG, Ore. — The FISH of Roseburg Food Pantry will be open Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. as part of its monthly fourth-Saturday schedule aimed at helping more people access food and support.

The additional weekend hours are intended for community members who may have trouble visiting during the week, whether because of work, transportation challenges or other scheduling conflicts.

Organizers say the expanded access is part of an effort to better serve local families and make sure no one in the community goes without needed resources.

The pantry is located at 405 Jerry’s Drive in Roseburg.

FISH of Roseburg is also encouraging the public to spread the word to anyone who may benefit from the service. The organization says all are welcome.

In addition to serving families through the pantry, FISH of Roseburg is asking for community support through volunteer time, donated pantry items and financial contributions. Requested donations include nonperishable food, toiletries and other pantry essentials.

For more information, community members can contact Jenn Reida at 541-672-5242 or visit fishofroseburg.org.

ROSEBURG, Ore. — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is considering Roseburg as a possible location for rented office space, according to a new federal notice.

The Request for Information, posted through the System for Award Management, lists Roseburg and Portland as the only Oregon cities under consideration as part of a broader nationwide search for workspace for ICE personnel.

The notice does not confirm that ICE will open an office in Roseburg or sign a lease there. Instead, it represents an early market-research step used to gather information from vendors about available office space and related services.

The document describes interest in flexible workspace, including private offices and workstations, but gives no specific address or timeline for Roseburg.

Because the posting is only a Request for Information, Roseburg’s inclusion indicates the city is being considered - not that an office has been approved.

Supporting Documents:

• SAM.gov Request for Information: “Private Office Space Rental/Workstations for ICE Personnel” (Solicitation 70CMSW-033126), posted March 20, 2026. This is the federal notice that lists “OR: Portland, Roseburg.” - Click here
• HigherGov listing for Solicitation 70CMSW-033126: A secondary government-contract tracking page reflecting the same ICE office-space notice and solicitation number. - Click here

Douglas County Clerk Daniel Loomis has a list of key deadlines for voters to keep in mind regarding the May 2026 Primary Election:

• April 28th is the deadline for new Oregon voters to register to vote, or to update a political party affiliation
• May 12th is the last day ballots can be mailed to voters.
• May 19th is Election Day with the County Election Office open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Preliminary unofficial results will be released that evening.
• May 26th is the deadline to accept ballots that were postmarked by May 19th
• June 9th is the deadline to resolve challenged ballots

The ballot distribution timeline is:

• April 3rd: Military and overseas ballots are mailed
• April 6th: Ballots are available at the Election Office
• April 21st: Out-of-state ballots are mailed
• April 29th: the bulk mailing of ballots takes place

Loomis said Democratic and Republican voters may only vote in the Primary of the party with which they are registered. Voters registered with other political affiliations, or no party, will still receive a ballot with applicable nonpartisan contests and measures that they may vote on.

More election information for Douglas County voters is available at:

https://www.douglascountyor.gov/178/Elections

The Oregon Department of Emergency Management, in partnership with the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries and the National Weather Service, is continuing its Tsunami 101 Community Roadshow.

An ODEM release said it is a long-standing public education effort designed to help coastal residents and visitors understand tsunami risks and how to stay safe.

First launched in 2012, the Tsunami Roadshow brings subject-matter experts directly into coastal communities to share practical, life-saving information about earthquakes and tsunami preparedness.

Community members are invited to attend these free sessions featuring expert presentations and actionable steps people can take before, during and after a tsunami or major earthquake event.

Attendees will learn:

• How tsunamis impact the Oregon coast
• How to recognize natural tsunami warning signs
• Where evacuation zones are located at
• How to plan evacuation routes and family communication plans
• How to build emergency kits and be prepared to be self-sufficient

Sessions will take place in coastal communities beginning March 31st. In Douglas County, the event will be held on Thursday, April 9th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Lower Umpqua Senior Center on Winchester Avenue.

For more information from the Oregon Department of Emergency Management, go to: https://www.oregon.gov/oem/pages/default.aspx

Roseburg Schools continues to provide access to nutritious meals during this Spring Break week.

The Lunchbox Express van delivers meals through Friday at these locations and times:

• Faith Lutheran Church on West Kenwood Street from 11:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
• Green Elementary School on Carnes Road from 11:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
• Eastwood Park on Southeast Douglas Avenue from 12:00 p.m. to 12:15 p.m.
• Creekside Family Church on Newton Creek Road from 12:45 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. and
• Saddle Butte Mobile Manor from 1:15 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The meals are available for all children aged 1 to 18. All children are welcome and do not need to be students or residents within the school district.

Each sack will contain one breakfast and one lunch per child, per day.

For more information about Roseburg School Lunchbox Express program, call 440-2264.

Coos Curry Douglas Business Development will have its Women in Business Leadership Conference on Thursday April 2nd and Friday 3rd at the Ko-Kwel Casino Resort in Coos Bay.

“Exhale, Connect and Celebrate” is the theme.

The event begins with a pre-conference reception and dance party Thursday evening from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Food and two drink tickets will be provided along with raffle baskets, pop-up vendors, artisan jewelry, chair massage and more.

Friday’s activities include a panel of speakers sharing information with tips and tricks, a tourism spotlight, networking opportunities, small business spotlights, raffle baskets and much more.

For ticket information and more details, click here.

Limited Time Events

• In Studio Classes @ Create & Sip Studio | January 8 - May 17th | Every Week on Wed - Sun
• Make, Mix and Shine: Spring Break Cooking Activities for Families @ Rainbow Kitchen | March 24 - 26th | 2 - 4 PM | Link
• 49th Annual Spring Fair @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | March 27 - 29th | 1 - 8 PM | Link
• ART AS RECORD: MINIDOKA + 4 Add'l Exhibits feat. Japanese Artists @​ Umpqua Valley Arts | March 20 - May 22nd | 10 AM - 6 PM | Link

Monday, March 23rd

• DJ Trivia Night @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7PM
• 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, March 24th

• 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.
• All Ages Jazz Jam @ North Forty Beer Company | 5 - 7:30 PM | Link
• Make, Mix and Shine: Spring Break Cooking Activities for Families @ Rainbow Kitchen | March 24 - 26th | 2 - 4 PM | Link

Wednesday, March 25th

• 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 6:30PM. 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
• Make, Mix and Shine: Spring Break Cooking Activities for Families @ Rainbow Kitchen | March 24 - 26th | 2 - 4 PM | Link
• Live Music: Bob Hall @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Live Music: Progressive Bluegrass with Caltucky @ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 9 PM | Link

Thursday, March 26th

• 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
• Make, Mix and Shine: Spring Break Cooking Activities for Families @ Rainbow Kitchen | March 24 - 26th | 2 - 4 PM | Link
• Live Music: Anni Piper @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 PM

Friday, March 27th

• 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
• 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
• 49th Annual Spring Fair @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | March 27 - 29th | 1 - 8 PM | Link
• Live Music: Wild at Heart @ Little Brothers Pub | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | Link
• Live Music: Between Home and Somewhere Else, Tarantula Trust Fund @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 8 PM

Saturday, March 28

• Umpqua Valley Farmers Market | 9AM - 1PM | SE Jackson St | Link
• 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
• Saturday Night Karaoke with DJ Dan | Winston VFW | 5 - 9 PM | 21+
• 49th Annual Spring Fair @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | March 27 - 29th | 1 - 8 PM | Link
• Saving Grace Humane Society Kitten Shower @ The Wine Destination | 11 AM - 2 PM | Link
• Shaun Tam @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 7 - 8:30 PM | Link
• Live Music: The Rowshambow Band @​ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 8 PM
• Live Music: Melissa Ruth & The Likely Stories @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 PM

Sunday, March 29th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Brix Bar and Grill | Every Sunday | 6 - 8 PM
• 49th Annual Spring Fair @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | March 27 - 29th | 1 - 8 PM | Link
• Live Music: Acoustic Blend @ Melrose Vineyards | 3 - 5 PM | Link
• Live Music: Vana Liya @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 PM

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

- The Roseburg Receiver Team