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Winston Police Station Receives $2.34 Million Seismic Upgrade Grant

Winston Police Station Receives $2.34 Million Seismic Upgrade Grant

Winston Police Station is set for major seismic upgrades after the City of Winston was awarded a $2.34 million state grant to strengthen the building and help keep public safety services operating during a major earthquake or emergency.

Roseburg-Based Elk Island Reaches Phase One Milestone at Grants Pass Shelter Village

Roseburg-Based Elk Island Reaches Phase One Milestone at Grants Pass Shelter Village

A Roseburg-based group has reached a major milestone in Grants Pass, where Phase One of Parker’s Place Village has been approved for occupancy. The first 20 rooms will provide 40 beds, including ADA units and semi-private shelter space.

Oregon Paddle Permit Repeal Effort Turns In First Signatures, Faces Tight Deadline

Oregon Paddle Permit Repeal Effort Turns In First Signatures, Faces Tight Deadline

A campaign seeking to repeal Oregon’s expanded Waterway Access Permit has turned in its first signatures, but organizers still need about 90,000 more valid signatures by July 2 to qualify the measure for the November ballot.

Douglas County Honors Women Veterans with June 12 Proclamation

Douglas County Honors Women Veterans with June 12 Proclamation

Douglas County Commissioners proclaimed June 12 as Women Veterans Day, honoring more than 1,600 women veterans in the county and recognizing their service, sacrifice and contributions to the U.S. Armed Forces.

Roseburg City Council Adopts Sanctuary Law Compliance Ordinance

Roseburg City Council adopted Ordinance No. 3626 on June 8, adding sanctuary law compliance language to city code after weeks of public debate over immigration enforcement and ICE’s interest in office space in Roseburg.

Thousands of Oregonians Lose SNAP Benefits After Federal Work Rule Changes

Thousands of Oregonians Lose SNAP Benefits After Federal Work Rule Changes

Nearly 7,000 Oregonians have lost or seen reductions in SNAP benefits after federal work rule changes took effect. ODHS says more than 6,300 others could be affected at the end of May and is urging people to contact the agency.

Douglas County Commissioners Recognize Search And Rescue Volunteers During National Search And Rescue Week

Douglas County Commissioners Recognize Search And Rescue Volunteers During National Search And Rescue Week

Douglas County commissioners recognized local Search and Rescue volunteers during National Search and Rescue Week, honoring their 2025 missions, training and thousands of volunteer service hours.