Riddle Elementary Closed for Two Days Due to Continued Bat Activity
Riddle Elementary School is closed Wednesday and Thursday as the district works with health and wildlife officials to address continued bat activity inside the building.
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Education news in Douglas County
ODOT Reminds Drivers to Slow Down as Oregon Students Return to School
ODOT reminds drivers that Oregon school zones are generally 20 mph and urges motorists to watch for students walking, biking or riding buses as classes resume.
Most Douglas County Students Head Back to School Monday
Thousands of Douglas County students head back to class Monday, Aug. 31, as schools in Roseburg, Glide, Sutherlin, South Umpqua and several other districts begin the 2026-27 school year.
Several Douglas County School Districts Begin 2026-27 School Year Monday
Several Douglas County school districts begin the 2026-27 school year Monday, Aug. 24, while most others return Aug. 31. Here’s when local students head back to class.
Rogue Credit Union Expands Partnership With UCC to Support New Track Facility
Rogue Credit Union has entered a five-year partnership with Umpqua Community College to support its new track and field complex, which will serve student-athletes, youth programs, local events and community recreation.
UCC Wine Students Earn Four Medals In Regional And College Wine Competitions
UCC wine students earned four medals in two recent competitions, including a Double Gold for their 2023 Pinot Noir. The awards highlight student work at the Southern Oregon Wine Institute and the quality of Umpqua Valley grapes.
Roseburg Schools, Cow Creek Tribe Expand Partnership to Support Students
Roseburg Schools and the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians are expanding their partnership with new investments in student programs, Tribal language education, attendance support and the RHS Sports Complex.