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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K9 Zoro Tracks Down Suspect Following Myrtle Creek Burglary Report
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office K9 Zoro tracked down a burglary suspect hiding in tall grass after a reported break-in near Myrtle Creek. Two people were arrested, while authorities continued searching for another person reportedly involved.
Roseburg Man Dies in Single-Vehicle Crash Near Canyonville
A 56-year-old Roseburg man died Tuesday evening after his pickup left Tiller Trail Highway near Canyonville and struck a tree. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office said alcohol is suspected to have contributed to the single-vehicle crash.
Roseburg Man Arrested on Multiple Child Sex Abuse Charges
A Roseburg man faces 37 felony charges following an investigation into the alleged sexual abuse of a young child, according to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office.
Two Drivers Killed in Head-On Crash on Highway 38
Two drivers were killed Tuesday afternoon when a Honda Ridgeline crossed the center line and collided head-on with a Douglas County Public Works dump truck on Highway 38, according to Oregon State Police.
Roseburg City Council Selects Anette Spickard as Next City Manager
The Roseburg City Council has selected Anette Spickard as the city’s next city manager. Spickard, who currently serves as city manager in Sedona, Arizona, is scheduled to begin her new role Nov. 30.
Vacant to Vibrant Project Completes Final Storefront Installation in Downtown Roseburg
Vacant to Vibrant has completed its final storefront installation, filling the Jackson Street windows of the former Payless and Rite Aid building with hundreds of portraits created by Roseburg and Oakland community members.