March 3, 2026

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

Community members in Roseburg gathered Sunday at Fir Grove Park for an Autism Awareness Solidarity Walk for Justice after incidents at Fremont Middle School led to the arrests of three school employees.

Organizers said the walk was planned in response to injuries reported among students in the school’s Developmental Learning Center. More than 50 people took part, walking from Fir Grove Park to Fremont Middle School.

The event followed the arrest of two instructional assistants and their supervisor, according to participants. Parents and family members said they want greater accountability and continued attention on what happened.

One parent, Dayla Camillo, attended with her 13-year-old son, Ryley, who is nonverbal and autistic. Camillo said her son is recovering and was able to join the walk.

Another parent, Kristin Young, said the news of Ryley’s injuries spread quickly among families connected to the program. Young said her daughter reacted strongly after learning that a student had been hurt and later realizing it was Ryley.

Family members said Ryley suffered fractures to his radius and ulna while at school.

Participants said the goal of the walk was to show community support, keep attention on the case and push for changes to prevent similar allegations in the future.

A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from 4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Wednesday above 5,000 feet, for mountain areas in parts of Southern Oregon.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service in Medford said snow is expected with accumulations of 7 to 10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 miles per hour over high and exposed terrain.

The Advisory area includes the South-Central Oregon Cascades, including Crater Lake National Park, and Diamond Lake, impacting highways 138, 230 and 62.

Forecasters said motorists should plan on slippery road conditions and delays. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes.

Call 511 or visit www.tripcheck.com for current road information.

Tractor Supply Company plans to open its new store in Roseburg later this month.

A TSC spokesperson told News Radio 93-9 FM and 1240 KQEN that the soft opening is set for March 21st with the grand opening on March 28th.

The store will be in the North Roseburg Plaza in the 1300 block of Northeast Stephens Street. That is space that was formerly occupied by Big Lots, which closed in 2025. On Sunday, some signage on the new store had gone up, with inventory starting to be seen.

Tractor Supply sells pet and livestock supplies, farm and ranch essentials, tools and hardware, lawn and garden equipment, workwear and seasonal products for rural and outdoor lifestyles according to the spokesperson.

The new store will bring about 15 new jobs to the area, with at least half of those being full-time positions. Those interested in applying can go to: www.tractorsupply.com/careers.

Store hours will be 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Sundays.

Douglas County Commissioners 5th annual Music at the Courthouse Concert will be this Wednesday, March 4th, featuring local schools and music programs.

It is open to the public.

A county release said music will be presented from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Bands and choirs from eight Douglas County schools including Riddle, North Douglas, Glide, Sutherlin, Oakland, South Umpqua and Roseburg will perform. Music will be offered from the third-floor landing of the Justice Building with the courthouse performances on the second-floor lobby.

Recordings and photographs from each performance will be featured on the county government Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasCountyeGovernment

Nextdoor Holdings, which operates the Nextdoor Platform, has released its 2026 rankings of the friendliest Roseburg area neighborhoods.

A Nextdoor release said the results spotlight the communities where neighbors are most engaged, supportive and welcoming.

Data captures everything from neighbors helping each other out to how they share resources and build community connections.

The top five friendliest neighborhoods around Roseburg are ranked as:

• Hucrest
• Cloverdale
• Newton Creek
• Lookingglass
• Elgarose Road and Loop

Chief Communications Officer at Nextdoor, Kelsey Grady said, “When people are considering where to live in Roseburg, they want to know more than just the statistics – they want to understand what its really like to be part of that community”. Grady said, “Nextdoor is uniquely positioned to analyze neighborhoods based on real neighbor interactions to shed light on traits that make communities truly thrive”.

Get the full list of the Friendliest Places in Roseburg at: https://nextdoor.com/rankings/friendliest-places-to-live/roseburg–or/

Oregon’s oldest wine celebration is happening this Saturday.

The Greatest of the Grape is presented by the Umpqua Valley Winegrowers Association. It will take place Saturday night from 6:00 p.m. to 9:0 pm. at Seven Feathers Casino Resort in Canyonville.

The 55th annual event features evening of wine, food and music. It includes a souvenir wine glass, wine tasting with nineteen wineries and wine makers, photo booth with complimentary printed pictures, complimentary tasting at select winery tasting rooms on Sunday and more.

There is also the famous Wheel of Wine to raise money for Peace at Home Advocacy Center.

A block of rooms is currently reserved at Seven Feathers for a discounted rate as well.

Tickets are $100 per person with VIP tickets at $140 per person. VIP’s get early admission at 5:00 p.m. Purchase tickets for the event at: https://umpquawineries.ticketspice.com/greatest-of-the-grape-2026

Umpqua Community College Performing and Visual Arts presents the Roseburg Concert Chorale and Umpqua Chamber Orchestra in concert on Friday, March 13th at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, March 15th at 3:00 p.m. in the Whipple Fine Arts Center on the UCC campus.

The concert will feature Franz Schubert’s Mass in G, and popular selections from sea chanteys to Broadway favorites, directed by Dr. Jason Heald and accompanied by Tammy Finch-Johnson.

Tickets are at the door: $15 for adults, $10 for seniors, with students admitted for free. For more information, contact UCC at: music@umpqua.edu.

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, March 2nd

• DJ Trivia Night @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7PM
• Open Mic Night @ Little Brothers Pub | 6 - 8 PM
• Guitar Sensation Jacob Deraps 2026 Debut US Tour @ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 9:30 PM | Link

Tuesday, March 3rd

• 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
• All Ages Jazz Jam @ North Forty Beer Company | 5 - 7:30 PM | Link

Wednesday, March 4th

• 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.

Thursday, March 5th

• 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
• Friends of the Library Book Sale @ The Roseburg Public Library | March 5 - 7 | 9 AM - 8 PM | Link
• Umpqua Valley Fly Fishers Meetup @ The Roseburg Country Club | March 5th @ 5:30 - 8 PM | There will be socializing, speakers, raffle prizes, and fun!

Friday, March 6th

• 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
• Friends of the Library Book Sale @ The Roseburg Public Library | March 5 - 7 | 9 AM - 8 PM | Link
• DIGITAL DÉJÀ VU Immersive Art Show @ Anvil Northwest | 5 PM | Link

Saturday, March 7th

• 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
• Friends of the Library Book Sale @ The Roseburg Public Library | March 5 - 7 | 9 AM - 8 PM | Link
• Greatest of the Grape @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 6 - 9 PM | Link

Sunday, March 8th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Brix Bar and Grill | Every Sunday | 6 - 8 PM
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That is the scoop for this Tuesday morning. Enjoy your day!

- The Roseburg Receiver Team