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Douglas County Commissioners to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Winchester Ridge Water District

Douglas County Commissioners to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Winchester Ridge Water District

Douglas County commissioners will hold a Jan. 7 public hearing to consider forming the Winchester Ridge Domestic Water Supply District. The proposal would create a new water utility entity for residents in the unincorporated Winchester Ridge area.

Douglas C.A.R.E.S to Temporarily Suspend Services Amid Funding Crisis

Douglas C.A.R.E.S to Temporarily Suspend Services Amid Funding Crisis

Facing financial strain, Douglas C.A.R.E.S will temporarily pause operations beginning Jan. 1. The organization says the move is aimed at long-term sustainability while ensuring children continue to receive support through partner agencies.

Roseburg Warming Center Activated Saturday Night as Cold Weather Continues

Roseburg Warming Center Activated Saturday Night as Cold Weather Continues

The Roseburg Warming Center will be open Saturday night, Dec. 27, at St. Joseph’s Gymnasium. Check-in begins at 5:30 p.m. with overnight shelter, meals, and limited pet accommodations available.

SHERIFF’S OFFICE TO PARTICIPATE IN ENHANCED DUII PATROLS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

SHERIFF’S OFFICE TO PARTICIPATE IN ENHANCED DUII PATROLS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office will conduct enhanced DUII patrols from December 10 through January 1 as part of the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign, focusing on removing impaired drivers from local roadways during the holiday season.

Sutherlin Timber Town Toy Land Electric Light Parade Raises $7,000, Honors 2025 Winners

Sutherlin Timber Town Toy Land Electric Light Parade Raises $7,000, Honors 2025 Winners

Sutherlin’s Timber Town Toy Land Electric Light Parade featured 79 vehicles, raised $7,000 in sponsorships, and paid out all prize money across multiple categories while reflecting on nearly two decades of community tradition.

OSAA Approves New Classifications, Places Roseburg in Southwest Hybrid League

OSAA Approves New Classifications, Places Roseburg in Southwest Hybrid League

OSAA approved new athletic classifications for 2026–2030, placing Roseburg High School in a newly formed 6A–5A Southwest Hybrid League alongside Grants Pass, Medford schools, and three 5A programs.

Volunteers Place 7,000 Wreaths at Roseburg National Cemetery to Honor Veterans

Volunteers Place 7,000 Wreaths at Roseburg National Cemetery to Honor Veterans

More than 7,000 wreaths were placed at Roseburg National Cemetery as volunteers gathered for the John Pierson Memorial Wreaths Across America Ceremony. Each wreath marked a veteran’s service, with names spoken aloud to ensure no one is remembered as just a number.