March 27, 2026

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

Wamer than normal weather is expected in the Umpqua Valley Friday through Sunday.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service in Medford told News Radio 93-9 FM and 1240 KQEN that sunshine is expected with afternoon high temperatures in the mid to upper 60s. The normal high temperature for this part of March is 60 degrees. Clouds with a chance of rain are forecast starting late Sunday. Some precipitation is expected for much of next week.

Thursday’s high temperature was 61 degrees at the Roseburg Regional Airport.

Roseburg Skate Park is offering new amenities, thanks to a community grant-funded project completed this week.

A City of Roseburg release said the free skate park now has a 20-foot by 24-foot pavilion, plus a drinking foundation with a water bottle filling station and dog bowl. Picnic tables will be installed soon. Orange plastic construction fencing was removed after an inspection Thursday afternoon. Roseburg Public Works Department purchased the timber and metal shade structure from Romtec in Glide. Romtec provided materials, installation and subcontractors, who installed the structure in three days.

The project was financed with a $95,000 Community Health Improvement Plan Grant Thrive Umpqua won from Umpqua Health Alliance on behalf of the city’s Parks and Recreation Department.

The park is open to kids, youth and adults riding skateboards, skates, non-motorized scooters and BMX bikes.

The new pavilion was built on a concrete pad that had held a structure torn down 10 years ago. Metal pavilion posts were anchor-bolted into new concrete footings this week. The drinking fountain’s water line was connected last week.

Paranormal Action Sports owner Cody Scott said he’s looking forward to escaping summer’s heat at the new shelter. Scott recalled how some who used the skate park had trashed the last shade structure by adding graffiti, putting holes in the wood and even tearing out a picnic bench to use as a skate park obstacle. Scott said he’s educating locals about the new community asset and encouraging people to protect the entire park and its features. He wants graffiti artists or taggers to stop spray-painting anything in the park – and especially the concrete riding surface, because the paint makes concrete very slick to ride on.

For more information on Roseburg Parks and Recreation, go to: https://roseburgor.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation

Work continues on the Oregon Department of Transportation’s Oregon 42 Lookingglass Creek to Interstate Five project.

Dan Latham of ODOT said the project extends for 4.5 miles. Latham said last year, the contractor paved a little more than one mile of Oregon 42 between Carnes Road and the South Umpqua River Bridges. This was necessary in order to install the new traffic signal at Rolling Hills Road and place safety features in this area. Other work that has been completed includes placing ADA curb ramps at 14 intersections, building two right-turn lanes and adding a variety of safety measures.

Latham said for the next two weeks, nighttime road construction is planned in Winston for the section of Oregon 42 that extends from Lookinglass Creek through the Cheetah intersection to Lookingglass Road. Drivers should watch for intermittent lane closures through this area from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a m. each Sunday night through Friday morning. Latham said flaggers will provide traffic control as needed. Watch for construction signs and construction vehicles. During these two weeks, contractors will work on utility adjustments and pavement repairs.

For more information on the Oregon 42 Lookingglass Creek to Interstate Five project, go to: https://www.oregon.gov/odot/projects/pages/project-details.aspx?project=21677

The 49th annual Spring Fair is happening Friday through Sunday in Douglas Hall at the Douglas County Fairgrounds.

Known as Southern Oregon’s premiere craft event, the fair brings together local and regional artisans, crafters and entertainers for the annual festival. Over 125 booths offer fairgoers a unique opportunity to view and purchase hard to find crafted treasures. Other booth offerings include henna body art, astrological and card interpretations, massage, and herb and plant products.

Continuous live entertainment is the hallmark of the Spring Fair. Two live stages showcase music, dance, vaudeville and much more.

The Spring Fair is presented by Inner Space Family, a volunteer group of artisans. The fair is on Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors over 65 years of age, with children aged five and under admitted for free. Musicians with instruments and clowns in make-up are also admitted for free.

For more information about the Spring Fair, email: innerspacefamily@gmail.com

Sponsor and vendor spots are now open for Barks and Recreation, coming May 16th to Roseburg’s Stewart Park.

Presented by Saving Grace Humane Society, the event is a dog friendly community celebration of the human-animal bond. The event will run from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and will include:

• Local vendors
• Food trucks
• Beer and wine garden
• Low-cost dog microchips and vaccines
• Fun doggie contests and much more

To become involved with Barks and Recreation with Saving Grace Humane Society, go to: https://savinggracehumanesociety.org/barks-recreation/

The Art Gallery at Umpqua Community College will present, “Elemental Pacific Northwest: Rocks, Trees and Water” – a series of nature-based watercolor paintings by artist Christine Schulbach.

The exhibition will be on display from March 30th through April 29th at the Whipple Fine Arts Center on the UCC campus. Gallery hours are weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Schulbach, who grew up in Salem, has been drawing throughout her life. She attended Oregon State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in visual arts with honors, focusing on printmaking and painting. Her plein air paintings reflect a lifelong curiosity about the natural world and her responses to the landscapes she encounters.

The UCC Art Gallery’s mission is to present high-quality artwork for the educational and cultural enrichment of UCC students and Douglas County residents.

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
• Live Music: Mother Smuckers @​ Two Shy Brewing | 6:30 - 8:30 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 Friday morning. Have a great day and a wonderful weekend!

- The Roseburg Receiver Team