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Central Douglas Fire & Rescue to Begin Hydrant Flushing Across Service Area May 4

Central Douglas Fire & Rescue to Begin Hydrant Flushing Across Service Area May 4

Central Douglas Fire & Rescue will begin hydrant flushing May 4 across its service area, including Winston, Winchester, Green and nearby communities. Temporary water discoloration may occur, but officials said the water remains safe to drink unless a boil alert is issued.

Douglas County Commissioners Recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month

Douglas County Commissioners Recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month

Douglas County commissioners proclaimed April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention Month on Wednesday, joined by local agencies and community partners who gathered at the courthouse for a pinwheel display and a public call to support children and families.

DINT Reports Multiple Arrests After Targeted Patrols in Roseburg

DINT Reports Multiple Arrests After Targeted Patrols in Roseburg

DINT says multiple arrests were made after targeted enforcement patrols in Roseburg focused on downtown, Harvard and Garden Valley. The four-day operation involved DINT, Roseburg police, the sheriff’s office and the district attorney’s office.

Nighttime I-5 Off-Ramp Closures Planned Across Douglas County Through End of April

Nighttime I-5 Off-Ramp Closures Planned Across Douglas County Through End of April

ODOT says short nighttime closures of more than 40 I-5 off-ramps in Douglas County are expected through the end of April as crews continue wrong-way driver mitigation work. Most ramps are expected to close once for 2 to 4 hours overnight.

Teen Killed, Three Others Injured in Fiery I-5 Crash Near Canyonville; Truck Driver Arrested

Teen Killed, Three Others Injured in Fiery I-5 Crash Near Canyonville; Truck Driver Arrested

Teen killed, three others were injured Monday afternoon in a fiery crash on Interstate 5 near Canyonville after a stalled commercial truck was struck from behind, according to Oregon State Police. The truck driver was arrested on DUII and manslaughter charges.

Adapt Highlights Recovery, Prevention During Alcohol Awareness Month

Adapt Highlights Recovery, Prevention During Alcohol Awareness Month

Adapt Integrated Health Care is using Alcohol Awareness Month to promote prevention, education and recovery resources, while encouraging open conversations about alcohol misuse and support options for individuals and families in the community.

Two People Found Deceased After Myrtle Creek House Fire Late Monday Night

Two people were found deceased after a house fire late Monday night in Myrtle Creek. Fire crews from four departments responded to the home on Thomas Street, where responders also found several animals deceased. The fire remains under investigation.