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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.

New Lemur House Completed at Wildlife Safari, Lemurs Return to Walk Thru Safari

New Lemur House Completed at Wildlife Safari, Lemurs Return to Walk Thru Safari

Wildlife Safari has completed a brand new lemur house in the free Walk Thru Safari. The larger, heated space includes big windows and can be divided for new introductions or maternity needs. The lemurs have returned to their updated island home.

Reedsport Main Street advances to “Designated Main Street” level in Oregon Main Street Network

Reedsport Main Street advances to “Designated Main Street” level in Oregon Main Street Network

Reedsport Main Street advanced to the Designated Main Street level in the Oregon Main Street Network, along with Downtown Medford Association, North Bend Main Street, and Port Orford Main Street. OMS said the designation reflects progress in strengthening historic downtowns.

Douglas County Declares January as Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month

Douglas County Declares January as Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month

Douglas County commissioners issued a proclamation Jan. 21, 2026, declaring January as National Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month. The proclamation cites the TVPA and recognizes the Douglas County Human Trafficking Task Force and its partner agencies.

North Douglas County Fire & EMS Receives Two SPIRE Grants for New Rescue Tools and Thermal Drone

North Douglas County Fire & EMS Receives Two SPIRE Grants for New Rescue Tools and Thermal Drone

North Douglas County Fire & EMS received two SPIRE grants from Oregon Emergency Management, funding new Holmatro battery rescue tools for vehicle extrication and a thermal imaging drone to boost search and rescue and scene awareness. Crews are now training with the equipment.

Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation Awards $759,930 to 93 Southern Oregon Nonprofits

Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation Awards $759,930 to 93 Southern Oregon Nonprofits

The Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation awarded $759,930 in grants to 93 nonprofit organizations across seven Southern Oregon counties during its winter awards ceremony at Seven Feathers Casino Resort. Total giving since 1997 is now $27.2 million.