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OSU Extension To Host Landslides In Forested Landscapes Field Tour

OSU Extension To Host Landslides In Forested Landscapes Field Tour

OSU Extension will host a Landslides In Forested Landscapes field tour May 19 near Glide and Idleyld Park. The $5 tour will help landowners and managers identify landslide features and unstable terrain. Advance registration is required by May 17.

Kellogg Rural Fire District Receives Wildfire Season Staffing Grant

Kellogg Rural Fire District Receives Wildfire Season Staffing Grant

Kellogg Rural Fire District has received a 2026 Oregon State Fire Marshal Wildfire Season Staffing Grant, helping the district add firefighter staffing for rapid response during the upcoming fire season.

Douglas County Issues Emergency Drought Order

Douglas County Issues Emergency Drought Order

Douglas County commissioners approved an Emergency Drought Order, citing low streamflows, poor soil moisture, reduced snowpack, impacts to agriculture and livestock, and growing wildfire concerns. The county is seeking a state drought declaration.

Cooper Creek Trails Cleanup Planned For May 3 In Sutherlin

Cooper Creek Trails Cleanup Planned For May 3 In Sutherlin

Volunteers are invited to help clean up the Cooper Creek trails in Sutherlin on Sunday, May 3, during a morning event hosted by Thrive Umpqua, LUMBR, and Umpqua Velo Club.

Common Carp Found In Cooper Creek Reservoir Near Sutherlin

Common Carp Found In Cooper Creek Reservoir Near Sutherlin

ODFW biologists are monitoring Cooper Creek Reservoir near Sutherlin after confirming illegally introduced common carp. The agency removed 14 adult carp and is asking anglers to report any catches.

Oregon Ocean Salmon Seasons Set For 2026, Pending Final Federal Approval

Oregon Ocean Salmon Seasons Set For 2026, Pending Final Federal Approval

Oregon’s 2026 ocean salmon seasons are set, with sport and commercial fisheries along the coast expected to be less restrictive than last year. Final federal approval is still pending, and state rules for nearshore waters are set for consideration April 24.

Park Pop-Up Series To Bring Monthly Community Events To Downtown Roseburg

Park Pop-Up Series To Bring Monthly Community Events To Downtown Roseburg

A new Park Pop-Up Series is coming to downtown Roseburg, bringing free family-friendly events to Eagles Park on the third Saturday of each month from April through October. Organizers say each event will feature art, games, performances and hands-on activities.