May 4, 2026

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

ROSEBURG, Ore. — Roseburg Mayor Larry Rich has proclaimed May 1, 2026, as Thrive Umpqua Day, recognizing ongoing community efforts to improve health, well-being, and connection across the Umpqua Valley.

The proclamation, dated April 27, marks the fifth consecutive year the city has recognized Thrive Umpqua Day. The day highlights the impact of small, everyday choices that can support a healthier community, including walking, biking, eating well, connecting with neighbors, supporting local businesses, and thanking people who serve the community.

According to the proclamation, Thrive Umpqua has grown over the past nine years to include 16,058 citizens, 2,810 volunteers, and 135 organizations engaged in the community’s well-being initiative.

Thrive Umpqua continues work that began through the Blue Zones Project, which launched locally in 2017 as a community collaboration focused on improving health outcomes through proven, evidence-based practices inspired by some of the world’s longest-living cultures.

The proclamation states that Thrive Umpqua interventions have helped reduce health risks and produced measurable medical and productivity savings. Roseburg and the surrounding area received national recognition as a Certified Blue Zones Community in 2021.

Rich’s proclamation also recognized the role of local leaders, volunteers, and residents who have supported policies and programs aimed at improving quality of life.

“This achievement required extraordinary effort across our community,” the proclamation states.

Thrive Umpqua Day is intended as an opportunity to honor collaboration, celebrate progress, and reaffirm a shared commitment to building a healthier and more connected community.

Community members are encouraged to mark the day by taking simple actions such as going for a 10-minute walk, checking in on a neighbor, choosing a plant-forward meal, taking time to unwind, supporting a local business, or thanking teachers, healthcare workers, volunteers, neighbors, and others who help strengthen the community.

Thrive Umpqua organizers said every action counts and encouraged residents to share their Thrive Umpqua Day moments online.

ROSEBURG, Ore. — Roseburg’s Fir Grove Splash Pad will open for the season Saturday, May 23, giving families a free way to cool off heading into summer.

The splash pad, located at Fir Grove Park, will be open daily from 10 a.m. to dusk. The attraction is free and open to everyone.

Roseburg Parks and Recreation announced the opening as warmer weather approaches, encouraging families to bring kids out for “free, family fun all summer long.”

The splash pad is expected to remain a popular summer stop for local families looking for an outdoor activity during hot weather.

Details:

• Opening day: Saturday, May 23
• Hours: Daily from 10 a.m. to dusk
• Location: Fir Grove Park
• Cost: Free
• Open to: Everyone

ROSEBURG, Ore. - Saving Grace Humane Society will bring its annual Barks & Recreation event back to Stewart Park this month, giving local families, dog owners, and animal lovers a chance to gather for a day built around pets and community.

The free, dog-friendly event is scheduled for Saturday, May 16, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Stewart Park in Roseburg. Friendly dogs are welcome but must remain on leash.

The event will feature more than 30 pet-friendly vendors, food trucks, a wine and beer garden, dog contests, activities, a raffle, and reduced-cost vaccines and microchips for dogs. Saving Grace will also have adoptable dogs at the event for those interested in adding a new pet to their family.

“Events like Barks & Recreation are a reminder of how strong and compassionate this community is,” said Cyn Demers, Development and Communications Manager at Saving Grace. “It’s a day where people come together not just to have fun with their pets, but to support one another and the work we do for animals in need.”

One of the day’s featured activities will be the Alumni Parade at noon, open to dogs adopted from Saving Grace. Dog contests will follow from 12:30 to 2 p.m., with categories including Best Dog Trick, Best Dog Hair, Owner-Dog Lookalike, and peanut butter eating contests for small and medium/large dogs.

Contest registration will be available on-site for $10 per entry, with proceeds supporting animals in Saving Grace’s care.

Event Schedule

• 11 a.m. - Event begins, vendors, food trucks, wine and beer garden, vaccine and microchip clinic, raffle, and contest registration open
• Noon - Alumni Parade, open to all Saving Grace alumni dogs
• 12:30 p.m. - Best Dog Trick Contest
• 12:45 p.m. - Best Dog Hair Contest
• 1 p.m. - Owner-Dog Lookalike Contest
• 1:30 p.m. - Peanut Butter Eating Contest, small dogs
• 1:45 p.m. - Peanut Butter Eating Contest, medium and large dogs
• 2:45 p.m. - Raffle winners announced
• 3 p.m. - Event ends

Saving Grace Humane Society said its shelter will be closed on May 16 while staff host the event.

Saving Grace is Douglas County’s only full-service animal shelter and provides shelter, food, medical care, adoption services, and other community programs for animals throughout the county.

ROSEBURG, Ore. — Ballots for the May 19 election will begin arriving soon in mailboxes across Douglas County, according to the Douglas County Clerk’s Office.

County Clerk Daniel Loomis said ballots must be cast no later than 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

Voters may return their ballots by mail through the U.S. Postal Service or use any official ballot drop site in Oregon. The Clerk’s Office recommends mailing ballots at least one week before Election Day to help ensure they arrive on time.

Voters who mail their ballot close to Election Day are encouraged to ask the post office to apply a hand-cancellation stamp, also known as a postmark, to the return envelope.

Official ballot drop sites will remain available through 8 p.m. on Election Day. The Clerk’s Office also noted a new location for the Umpqua Community College ballot drop site, which is now near the UCC library.

The Clerk’s Office offered several reminders for voters ahead of the election:

• All registered voters will receive a ballot based on their residence address and political party affiliation as of the April 28 registration deadline.
• Voter registration must be current in order to receive an official ballot.
• Registered Oregon voters who need to update registration information, other than party affiliation, have until 8 p.m. May 19 to do so.
• Some recent registration changes may result in a second ballot being issued. That ballot will include a blue slip of paper and is the correct ballot to cast.
• Voters who have not received a ballot by Friday, May 8, should contact or visit the Douglas County Clerk’s Office.
• Voters should review and complete both sides of the ballot before returning it.
• Ballot return envelopes must be signed where the voter’s printed name and address appear.
• Voters should sign the envelope in the same manner as their current voter registration card. The Clerk’s Office said voters may use the signature on their Oregon driver license or ID as a reference.

For more information about the May 19 election, voters can contact the Douglas County Elections Division at 541-440-4252 or email elections@douglascountyor.gov.

The Douglas County Clerk’s Office is located at 1036 SE Douglas Ave., Room CH 124, Roseburg.

Contact:
Dan Loomis, Douglas County Clerk
541-440-4325
dan.loomis@douglascountyor.gov

ROSEBURG, Ore. — Roseburg recorded its warmest day of the year so far on Sunday, May 3, as temperatures climbed to 85 degrees at the Roseburg Regional Airport.

According to NOAA Online Weather Data, Sunday’s high was well above normal for this time of year. The average temperature for the day came in at 68 degrees, which was 11.2 degrees above the normal daily average.

The warm stretch started the month on a mild note. Roseburg reached 70 degrees on May 1 and 72 degrees on May 2 before jumping into the mid-80s on Sunday.

Despite the warmer weather, NOAA data showed no measurable rainfall during the first three days of May at the Roseburg Regional Airport.

Sunday’s 85-degree reading marked the hottest day of 2026 so far for Roseburg, giving the area an early taste of summer just a few weeks before Memorial Day weekend.

Limited Time Events

• In Studio Classes @ Create & Sip Studio | January 8 - May 17th | Every Week on Wed - Sun
• ART AS RECORD: MINIDOKA + 4 Add'l Exhibits feat. Japanese Artists @​ Umpqua Valley Arts | March 20 - May 22nd | 10 am - 6 pm | Link
• Guest Artist Dave Hall Exhibit @ Gallery Northwest | May 3nd - June 30th | Every week Tue - Sat | 11 am - 4 pm | Link

Monday, May 4th

• 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.
• Day of Discovery @ Wildlife Safari | May 4th & 5th | 9 am - 6 pm | Link
• Live Music: Erik & Christina @ Two Shy Brewing | 6:30 pm | Link

Tuesday, May 5th

• 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.

Wednesday, May 6th

• 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

Thursday, May 7th

• 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
• Local on Vendor Night @ Cooper Ridge Vineyard | 4 - 7 pm | Link
• Umpqua Valley Fly Fishers Meetup @ The Roseburg Country Club | 5:30 - 8 pm | There will be socializing, speakers, raffle prizes, and fun!

Friday, May 8th

• 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

Saturday, May 9th

• 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+
• Live MMA Action @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 7 - 9 pm | Link
• Mother's Day Brunch @ Umpqua Valley Arts | 12 am - 12 pm | Link
• Mother's Day Bundtini & Wine Pairing @ Cooper Ridge Vineyard | 12 - 5 pm | Link
• UVA's Bird Field Trip @ Ford's Pond | 9 am | Link
• Oakland Car Show & Shine | 10 am - 3 pm | Link

Sunday, May 10th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Brix Bar and Grill | Every Sunday | 6 - 8 pm
• Live Music: Coleen and Co. @ Melrose Vineyards | 3 - 5 pm | Link
• Mother's Day Brunch @ Melrose Vineyards | 12 - 3 pm | Link
• Mother's Day Mimosa Flight @ Cooper Ridge Vineyard | 12 - 5 pm | Link
• Mother's FREE Admission | Umpqua Discovery center (Winchester Bay) | 10 am - 4 pm | Link

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

- The Roseburg Receiver Team