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More Than $3 Million in SNAP Benefits Stolen as Federal Prosecutors Charge 40 Across Oregon Fraud Investigations

More Than $3 Million in SNAP Benefits Stolen as Federal Prosecutors Charge 40 Across Oregon Fraud Investigations

Federal prosecutors have charged at least 40 people in SNAP fraud cases involving more than $3 million in stolen benefits. Investigators say stolen EBT card information was used to purchase merchandise across Oregon and neighboring states.

ODFW Warns of Increased Bear Activity as Fall Feeding Season Peaks Across Western Oregon

ODFW Warns of Increased Bear Activity as Fall Feeding Season Peaks Across Western Oregon

ODFW is warning Western Oregon residents to secure garbage, pet food, and other attractants as black bears enter their peak fall feeding season. A poor mountain berry crop could bring more bears into neighborhoods.

Free Community Event in Roseburg to Address Online Safety and Youth Exploitation

Free Community Event in Roseburg to Address Online Safety and Youth Exploitation

A free community event in Roseburg on October 22 will help parents and residents recognize online safety risks, identify warning signs of exploitation, and learn ways to protect young people. Detective Kevin Taggart will discuss local cases and prevention efforts.

Adapt Integrated Health Plans October 26 Opening for Coquille Sobering Center

Adapt Integrated Health Plans October 26 Opening for Coquille Sobering Center

Adapt Integrated Health Care will begin a phased opening of its Coquille Sobering Center October 26, providing a safe place for people experiencing intoxication and connections to treatment, mental health care, and other support.

Douglas County Ballot Returns Reach 7.76% in November Election

Douglas County Ballot Returns Reach 7.76% in November Election

Douglas County has received 6,937 ballots for the November general election, a participation rate of 7.76%. Returns are 2.89 percentage points behind the same point in 2022. The Clerk’s Office also shared reminders about ballot tracking and outdated addresses.

Winston Police Department Hosting Free Medication Take-Back Event Saturday

Winston Police Department Hosting Free Medication Take-Back Event Saturday

The Winston Police Department and MED-Project will host a free medication take-back event Saturday, October 24, from 9 a.m. to noon at 131 Rose Avenue. Residents can safely dispose of unwanted or expired household medications.