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Roseburg City Council to Consider Fireworks Ban, Urban Campground Proposal

Roseburg City Council to Consider Fireworks Ban, Urban Campground Proposal

Roseburg City Council meets tonight, Sept. 22, at 7 p.m. to consider buying a 2.56-acre site on S.E. Stephens St. for use as an urban campground and discussing a possible citywide fireworks ban over fire safety concerns. Public comments are welcome in person, by email, or via Zoom.

Winston-Dillard Melon Festival Marks 56 Sweet Years of Tradition

Winston-Dillard Melon Festival Marks 56 Sweet Years of Tradition

The Winston-Dillard Melon Festival returns Sept. 19–21 at Riverbend Park! 🎉 Join us for food, crafts, kids’ fun, and the parade on Sept. 20 at 11 a.m. (registration 10 a.m.). Vendors welcome - no insurance needed except food, weapons, or activity booths!

Roseburg City Council Considers Fireworks Ban Following Recent Fire Risks

Roseburg City Council Considers Fireworks Ban Following Recent Fire Risks

Roseburg City Council will consider a fireworks ban at its Sept. 8 meeting. Fire staff cite recent local fires, rising wildfire risk, and impacts on veterans and pets. Options include drafting an ordinance this year, seeking more info, or taking no action at this time.

Lookingglass Rural Fire District Announces Two Fire Science Scholarships

Lookingglass Rural Fire District Announces Two Fire Science Scholarships

Lookingglass Rural Fire District is offering two scholarships worth nearly $16,000 each for volunteers pursuing fire science. Applications, including a 500-word essay, are due Sept. 30, 2025. Winners will be announced Oct. 31.

Winston Council Passes Marijuana Facility Ordinance, Tables RV Park Stay Limits

Winston Council Passes Marijuana Facility Ordinance, Tables RV Park Stay Limits

The Winston City Council tabled a proposal to limit RV park stays and advanced Ordinance 75-724, which includes zoning and animal code updates and would allow recreational marijuana facilities in the city. The measure proceeds to further review and public input.

UCC Begins Work on Welcome Center and Medical Careers Hub

UCC Begins Work on Welcome Center and Medical Careers Hub

Umpqua Community College has begun building a $21.5 million Welcome Center and Medical Careers Hub. Opening in early 2027, it will centralize student services and expand medical training, backed by an $8 million state match and support from local partners.

Susan Creek Campground closed for weeklong sanitation; day-use area remains open

Susan Creek Campground closed for weeklong sanitation; day-use area remains open

BLM has closed Susan Creek Campground Wednesday–Tuesday for a precautionary deep clean. The Susan Creek Falls day-use area and trail remain open. Officials say no norovirus is confirmed; crews are sanitizing facilities before reopening.