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County Commissioners Mark Retirement of Bill Clemens, Appoint Phil McAfee as New Building Official

County Commissioners Mark Retirement of Bill Clemens, Appoint Phil McAfee as New Building Official

Douglas County commissioners appointed Phil McAfee as Building Official effective February 1 after Bill Clemens retired following 11 years with the county. Leaders thanked Clemens for his service and expressed confidence in McAfee’s leadership moving forward.

Aviva Health Steps In to Provide Child Advocacy Services in Douglas County After Douglas C.A.R.E.S. Closure

Aviva Health Steps In to Provide Child Advocacy Services in Douglas County After Douglas C.A.R.E.S. Closure

Aviva Health has begun providing child advocacy services in Douglas County after the Jan. 1 closure of Douglas C.A.R.E.S. The transition ensures children continue to receive forensic interviews and medical exams through coordinated referrals from law enforcement and state child welfare agencies.

Community Effort Brings Beloved Park Icons Back to Life in Douglas County

Community Effort Brings Beloved Park Icons Back to Life in Douglas County

A community partnership has brought longtime playground icons back to Douglas County parks, restoring Willie the whale and historic helicopter structures while preserving the memories they hold for generations of families.

Roseburg Warming Center Activated Saturday Night With Delayed Opening After 7 PM

Roseburg Warming Center Activated Saturday Night With Delayed Opening After 7 PM

The Roseburg Warming Center will be activated Saturday night, Jan. 24, with delayed check-in after 7 p.m. and overnight hours from 9 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. Space is first-come, first-served at St. Joseph’s Gymnasium in Roseburg.

Roseburg Benefit Car Show Returns March 14 and 15, Raising Funds for Search and Rescue and Local Children in Need

Roseburg Benefit Car Show Returns March 14 and 15, Raising Funds for Search and Rescue and Local Children in Need

The 47th Annual Roseburg Benefit Car Show returns March 14-15, 2026 at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. Proceeds benefit Douglas County Search and Rescue and the Special Equipment Fund for children with disabilities. Vehicle entries due Feb. 20 at strayangelscarclub.com.

Douglas County highlights park safety upgrades with Wi-Fi, updated life vest stations, and new camera at Chief Miwaleta

Douglas County highlights park safety upgrades with Wi-Fi, updated life vest stations, and new camera at Chief Miwaleta

Douglas County officials say safety upgrades are underway at several parks, including new Wi Fi in low cell coverage areas, updated life vest stations at boat ramps, and a live streaming camera at Chief Miwaleta County Park near Galesville Reservoir to show lake and launch conditions.

Johnny Barrett of Riddle Earns Eagle Scout Rank After Completing 236 Hour Service Project

Johnny Barrett of Riddle Earns Eagle Scout Rank After Completing 236 Hour Service Project

Johnny Barrett of Troop 36 in Riddle has earned the rank of Eagle Scout after completing a 236 hour service project building benches for a local baseball field. Barrett plans to graduate in 2026 and is pursuing dual credit coursework in UCC’s Mechatronics program.