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A Heartfelt Goodbye To Parrott House And A New Beginning For Fun Cuisine

A Heartfelt Goodbye To Parrott House And A New Beginning For Fun Cuisine

A cherished chapter in Roseburg dining is ending as Fun Cuisine prepares to leave the historic Parrott House due to the property being sold. While the location is closing, the business will continue catering and plans to reopen soon as a new Italian bistro.

Residential Fire Reported on West Brown Avenue; No Injuries

Residential Fire Reported on West Brown Avenue; No Injuries

Firefighters responded to a residential structure fire on West Brown Avenue Thursday evening. The fire was contained to a bathroom, residents safely evacuated, and two cats were rescued. No injuries were reported. The cause was an overloaded power adapter.

Five Arrested in Douglas County Online Sex Crimes Operation

Five Arrested in Douglas County Online Sex Crimes Operation

Five people were arrested after Myrtle Creek and Winston police conducted a coordinated online sex crimes operation targeting suspected online predators. The day-long operation followed weeks of investigation and resulted in multiple felony charges.

Oregon Transportation Funding Uncertain After Petition Halts New Taxes and Fees

Oregon Transportation Funding Uncertain After Petition Halts New Taxes and Fees

Oregon’s transportation funding plan is on hold after a voter petition paused new gas taxes and vehicle fees. With revenue stalled until at least 2026, ODOT faces a growing funding gap as crews respond to landslides, flooding, and winter travel impacts statewide.

State Emergency Center Activated as Atmospheric River Targets Western Oregon

State Emergency Center Activated as Atmospheric River Targets Western Oregon

Oregon has activated its State Emergency Coordination Center as an atmospheric river is expected to bring heavy rain, flooding, and landslide risks across western Oregon, including Benton, Clackamas, Lane, Linn, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, Tillamook, Washington, and Yamhill counties.

OSAA Approves New Classifications, Places Roseburg in Southwest Hybrid League

OSAA Approves New Classifications, Places Roseburg in Southwest Hybrid League

OSAA approved new athletic classifications for 2026–2030, placing Roseburg High School in a newly formed 6A–5A Southwest Hybrid League alongside Grants Pass, Medford schools, and three 5A programs.

Travel Alert for Drivers Heading North: OR 229 Closed in Lincoln County Due to Landslide

Travel Alert for Drivers Heading North: OR 229 Closed in Lincoln County Due to Landslide

Drivers traveling north or toward the Oregon coast should be aware that OR 229 in Lincoln County is closed between Kernville and Siletz due to a landslide that removed part of the roadway. No detour is available and the closure is expected to be long term.