October 22, 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 | 404 AM PDT Thu Oct 22 2026

Rain showers and isolated thunderstorms will bring wetting rainfall east of the Cascades today. A dry cold front will move through the region tonight, with gusty west to northwest winds developing ahead of it this afternoon. RHs will trend lower Friday into the weekend as a thermal trough develops. Recoveries will trend lower as well with moderate to locally poor recoveries Saturday and Sunday mornings. There is a low chance for light precipitation west of the Cascades Sunday into Monday.

Douglas Forest Protective Association

US Forest Service - Umpqua National Forest

Today's Scheduled Prescribed Burns

• None have been reported today

COQUILLE, Ore. - A new sobering center in Coquille will begin a phased opening October 26, giving emergency responders another option for helping people experiencing intoxication in Coos County.

Operated by Adapt Integrated Health Care, the center will provide a supervised, supportive place for individuals to sober up and connect with services such as substance use treatment, mental health care, peer support, and housing assistance.

Access will be limited during the initial launch. Adapt will work with the Coos Bay Police Department on the first several intakes to evaluate operations before expanding to additional law enforcement partners.

When appropriate, the center will offer an alternative to taking someone to an emergency department or jail. Adapt’s goal is to address immediate needs while helping people find ongoing care once they have stabilized.

Chrystine Deuel, Adapt’s substance use disorder program director in North Bend, said Coos County has numerous resources, but finding the right services can be difficult for someone in crisis.

“When someone is in crisis, that often means they end up at a hospital or in the justice system simply because those are the most visible and accessible options,” Deuel said.

She hopes the center will make those connections easier while improving coordination among organizations already serving the community.

The project follows years of planning and advocacy involving health care providers, local government, law enforcement, and community organizations. A stakeholder roundtable in 2024 helped move the proposal forward.

Opioid settlement funding from Coos County and the City of Coos Bay, along with support from Advanced Health and Coos Health & Wellness, helped bring the center to opening.

Ross Acker, director of care coordination at Advanced Health and chair of the Local Alcohol and Drug Planning Committee, helped advocate for the project and bring partners together.

“Seeing this vision move from years of advocacy to an opening-day reality is incredibly meaningful,” Acker said.

Coos County Sheriff Gabriel “Gabe” Fabrizio also welcomed the additional option for responders assisting people under the influence of substances.

Adapt said the center will be part of its broader approach to integrated care, connecting individuals with substance use treatment, behavioral health services, primary care, and other community resources based on their needs.

ROSEBURG, Ore. - Douglas County has received 6,937 ballots for the 2026 November general election, bringing the county’s participation rate to 7.76%, according to the latest update from the Douglas County Clerk’s Office.

Returns are running 2.89 percentage points behind the same reporting point in the November 2022 gubernatorial election.

Along with the turnout figures, the Clerk’s Office shared reminders about handling ballots delivered to outdated addresses, checking selections before voting, and tracking a ballot through the election process.

Residents who receive a ballot addressed to someone who no longer lives at their address should write “does not live here” on the envelope and return it through the mail. Ballot envelopes carry that instruction in large red capital letters.

Returning those envelopes helps election officials identify registration records that need attention. A ballot returned as undeliverable can cause a voter’s registration to become inactive until the information is updated. Ballot return signatures are also checked against voter registration records before ballots are accepted for counting.

The Clerk’s Office also urged voters to review their ballots carefully before returning them. Once a ballot has been cast, voters cannot change their selections.

Voters can check their registration information and ballot status through Oregon’s My Vote website. The service also provides access to registration updates, ballot drop site locations, and contact information for county elections offices and elected officials.

For those who want notifications, Oregon has provided temporary funding for BallotTrax during the 2026 general election. The service lets voters receive updates as their ballot moves through the process, including when it is accepted for counting or if a signature issue needs attention. Voters can enroll at oregon.ballottrax.net/voter.

The county’s update also addressed why a voter might occasionally receive two ballots. A late registration change can result in an initial ballot being mailed before a corrected ballot is issued. The registration system flags those ballots to ensure only one is counted.

Election officials also routinely maintain voter registration lists using state, local, and national information to identify people who have died or are otherwise no longer eligible to vote, according to the Clerk’s Office.

ROSEBURG, Ore. - Parents, caregivers, and community members are invited to learn more about the risks young people face online during a free educational event in Roseburg on Thursday, October 22.

The Douglas County Human Trafficking Task Force, along with several community partners, will host "Behind the Screen: Online Safety & Predator Prevention" from 6 to 8 p.m. at Garden Valley Church, located at 3047 Garden Valley Road in Roseburg.

The event is designed to help adults better understand the warning signs of online exploitation, recognize potential risks, and learn ways to protect young people as they navigate social media, messaging platforms, and other online spaces.

Attendees will hear about key indicators and risk factors associated with online exploitation, as well as local trends and cases that illustrate how these issues affect communities in Douglas County.

Detective Kevin Taggart of the Myrtle Creek Police Department will be a featured speaker, discussing current challenges and potential solutions related to online safety and protecting teenagers from exploitation.

Organizers hope to provide families and community members with information they can use to recognize concerning situations, have conversations with young people about online safety, and better understand the dangers that can exist behind everyday digital interactions.

The event is being presented through a partnership involving the Douglas County Human Trafficking Task Force, CHI Mercy Health's Mercy Foundation, Garden Valley Church, and the Myrtle Creek Police Department.

Admission is free, and the event is open to community members interested in learning more about youth safety and exploitation prevention.

Those seeking additional information can contact Marion Pearson at 541-677-6531 or by email at marion.pearson@commonspirit.org.

ROSEBURG, Ore. - As temperatures cool and winter approaches, black bears across Western Oregon are spending much of their time searching for food, prompting wildlife officials to remind residents to secure garbage, pet food, and other items that could attract bears to their properties.

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) issued the reminder Monday, October 19, as bears enter one of their most active feeding periods of the year.

The seasonal behavior, known as hyperphagia, occurs when bears dramatically increase their food intake to build up fat reserves before winter. During this period, bears can spend as many as 20 hours a day foraging for food.

The warning is particularly relevant to Douglas County, where black bears inhabit forested areas throughout the Coast Range and Cascade Mountains. Residents living near wooded areas, including rural communities and properties along the edges of developed areas, may encounter bears searching for food.

Wildlife officials say natural food supplies have been limited in parts of Western Oregon this year. A poor mountain berry crop has already pushed some bears toward neighborhoods and other areas where food is easier to find.

That becomes especially concerning during the fall feeding season, when bears are highly motivated to eat and may repeatedly return to locations where they have previously found food.

According to ODFW, bears have an exceptional sense of smell and can detect potential food sources from miles away. Unsecured garbage, bird feeders, pet food, and livestock feed can all attract bears to residential properties.

Once a bear discovers a dependable source of food, it may continue returning to that location. Over time, bears that become accustomed to obtaining food near people can lose their natural wariness, increasing the possibility of dangerous encounters.

Wildlife officials also note that bears have strong memories and can remember reliable feeding locations for years. Female bears can even pass those learned behaviors along to their offspring.

Residents Encouraged to Remove Food Sources

ODFW says most conflicts between people and bears can be prevented by taking precautions around homes and businesses.

Residents are encouraged to follow several basic safety measures:

• Secure garbage and recycling. Use bear-resistant containers or store trash in an enclosed area. Avoid leaving garbage outside overnight before collection.
• Remove bird feeders. Birdseed can attract bears, even when feeders are placed above the ground.
• Keep pet food indoors. Feed pets inside whenever possible and avoid leaving food bowls outdoors.
• Clean outdoor grills. Remove food residue and store grills securely after use.
• Protect livestock and poultry feed. Store animal feed in secure locations where bears cannot access it.
• Never feed or approach bears. Providing food to bears, intentionally or unintentionally, encourages them to associate people with meals.
• Notify neighbors about unusual activity. Repeated daytime sightings or bears showing little fear of people or pets may indicate a developing problem.

Residents who keep backyard chickens are also encouraged to take additional steps to protect their flocks and feed supplies.

ODFW emphasizes that feeding bears is illegal in Oregon under ORS 496.730. The prohibition includes intentionally providing food and certain situations where food is made available to bears.

Keeping Bears Wild Protects People and Wildlife

Although black bears are a natural part of Oregon's wildlife, problems can develop when they begin relying on human-provided food instead of natural sources.

Bears that repeatedly enter neighborhoods and become comfortable around people can create safety concerns for residents, pets, and the animals themselves.

In some cases, wildlife officials may have to euthanize bears that become a threat to public safety.

Preventing access to food before bears develop these behaviors is one of the most effective ways to avoid those outcomes.

Residents who experience ongoing conflicts with bears or observe unusual or aggressive behavior are encouraged to contact their local ODFW district office. Immediate concerns involving human safety should be reported to law enforcement.

Additional information about preventing bear encounters is available through ODFW's BearWise safety guidance.

Limited Time Events

• 2026 Umpqua Plein Air Exhibit: an exhibit celebrating the Umpqua Valley @​ Umpqua Valley Arts | August 22 - October 23 | 10 am - 6 pm | Link
• Fall Festival & Pumpkin Patch @ The Farmstand by Lehne Farms | September 26 - October 31 | Every Saturday of October | Link
• Fall Festival & Pumpkin Patch @ The Farmstand by Lehne Farms | September 26 - October 31st | 9 am - 5 pm every Saturday | Link
• I Spy Fall in Roseburg - Week 3 | October 15 - October 21 | Link
• Grimm Times at Fairview Manor @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | October 23, 24, 29, 30, 31 | 7 - 10 pm | Link
• Zoobilee @ Wildlife Safari | October 23 - 25 | 5 - 8 pm | Link

Monday, October 19th

• 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, October 20th

• 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, October 21st

• 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+.
• 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+
• Canyonville Farmer's Market | Wednesdays from 9:30 am - 1:30 pm at Seven Feathers Casino Parking Lot | May - October
• Live Music: Dylan James Clark @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8 pm | Link
• Live Music: Pat Byrne @ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 9 pm | Link
• Mic Drop Comedy in Elements Lounge @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 7 - 8:30 pm | Link

Thursday, October 22nd

• 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
• Live Music: Leila Naderi , ft. Justus Mackintosh, Jeff Plummer, Tommy Whiteside @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 pm

Friday, October 23rd

• 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+.
• Karaoke Night at Kodiak | Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday | 8 pm
• Friday Night Live Music | Winston VFW
• The Ghosts of Roseburg Past: Historic Walking Tours | October 16, 17, 23, 24, & 30th | 7 pm | Link
• Grimm Times at Fairview Manor @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | October 23, 24, 29, 30, 31 | 7 - 10 pm | Link
• Pints for Pets @ Backside Brewing Co. | 5 - 8 pm | Link
• Supper Club Dinner @ Melrose Vineyards | 5:30 - 8:30 pm | Link
• Zoobilee @ Wildlife Safari | October 23 - 25 | 5 - 8 pm | Link
• US Adventure Racing Associate Race | Diamond Lake Resort | October 23 - 24 | Link
• Live Music: India Ramey & The Waymores @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 pm

Saturday, October 24th

• 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+
• The Ghosts of Roseburg Past: Historic Walking Tours | October 16, 17, 23, 24, & 30th | 7 pm | Link
• Grimm Times at Fairview Manor @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | October 23, 24, 29, 30, 31 | 7 - 10 pm | Link
• Zoobilee @ Wildlife Safari | October 23 - 25 | 5 - 8 pm | Link
• Halloween Spooktacular @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 7 - 11 pm | Link
• Live Music: Acoustic Blend @ Two Shy Brewing | 6:30 - 8:30 pm | Link
• Southern Oregon Fishing Expo @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | 9 am - 5 pm | Link
• US Adventure Racing Associate Race | Diamond Lake Resort | October 23 - 24 | Link
• Everything Pumpkin Festival | Pioneer Park in Canyonville | 12 - 7 pm | Link
• Free Film Screening of "Free to Grow" - A film about aerial spraying in Oregon Forests | 12 pm in the South Umpqua Room in the Roseburg Public Library.
• The Punkin Pickers - High lonesome traditional bluegrass at the Everything Pumpkin Festival in Canyonville | 4 pm
• Ghost Ballads: Songs of Murder / The Dark Side of Bluegrass: Josh Gross & Quartz Creek @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 pm
• Gallery Northwest 15 Year Anniversary Party | 12 - 4 pm

Sunday, October 25th

• Zoobilee @ Wildlife Safari | October 23 - 25 | 5 - 8 pm | Link
• Live Music: Rockwork Orange @​ Melrose Vineyards | 3 - 5 pm

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

- The Roseburg Receiver Team