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Roseburg Schools Plans Three Free Literacy Nights for Families With Young Children

Roseburg Schools Plans Three Free Literacy Nights for Families With Young Children

Roseburg Schools will host three free literacy nights for families with children ages 2 to 4. The series begins November 16 with Pancakes & Pajamas at Winchester Elementary. Registration is required, and children do not need to be enrolled in the district.

Douglas County Christmas Tree Lighting Set for November 29

Douglas County Christmas Tree Lighting Set for November 29

Douglas County’s 43rd annual Christmas tree lighting is set for Nov. 29 at 6 p.m. at the courthouse in Roseburg. The free event will feature music, Santa Claus, a live nativity and refreshments, with a livestream available.

Roseburg School Board Explores Expanding K-12 Virtual Learning Options

Roseburg School Board Explores Expanding K-12 Virtual Learning Options

The Roseburg School Board discussed expanding K-12 virtual learning Wednesday as 624 students attend online programs outside the district. A potential partnership with Intermountain ESD could offer families more flexibility while keeping students enrolled in Roseburg schools. No decision was made.

Roseburg School Board Unanimously Approves Fir Grove Closure After 2026-27 School Year

Roseburg School Board Unanimously Approves Fir Grove Closure After 2026-27 School Year

The Roseburg School Board unanimously approved closing Fir Grove Elementary after the 2026-27 school year. Students will move to three nearby schools in fall 2027. The district cites declining enrollment, facility needs and rising costs. The property's long-term use remains undecided.

McKenzie Reed Receives Tom Findlay Sr. Outstanding 4-H Member Award

McKenzie Reed Receives Tom Findlay Sr. Outstanding 4-H Member Award

Douglas County 4-H member McKenzie Reed has received the Tom Findlay Sr. Outstanding 4-H Member Award, recognizing her leadership, community service and dedication to 4-H. The award honors Findlay's legacy of supporting local youth through the Douglas County Pomona Grange.

Melrose Vineyards Renaissance Faire to Return June 12-13, 2027

Melrose Vineyards Renaissance Faire to Return June 12-13, 2027

The Melrose Vineyards Renaissance Faire returns to Roseburg June 12–13, 2027! Organizers are planning another weekend of medieval fun, with more event details and announcements coming soon. Interested in participating? Email events@melrosevineyards.com. Follow Melrose Vineyards on Facebook for news.

Neewollah Parade Brings Halloween Tradition Back To Downtown Roseburg

Neewollah Parade Brings Halloween Tradition Back To Downtown Roseburg

Roseburg’s Neewollah Parade returns downtown Oct. 31. Participants will gather at 4:30 p.m., with the parade at 5 p.m. and trick-or-treating afterward until 7 p.m.