Douglas County Deputies To Conduct Speed Enforcement Patrols In July
Douglas County deputies will conduct enhanced speed enforcement patrols from July 6 through July 31 as part of a nationwide campaign funded through ODOT-administered grants.
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Public Safety Articles in Douglas County
DFPA Public Use Restrictions Increase To Moderate July 3
Public use restrictions will increase to Moderate across DFPA-protected lands beginning July 3 as rising temperatures and drying fuels increase wildfire risk ahead of the Fourth of July holiday.
Three People Injured After Reported Disturbance, Gunfire On Colonial Road
Three people were treated for injuries after a late-night disturbance involving reported gunfire on Colonial Road near Roseburg. Deputies say the incident began at a party shared through social media and remains under investigation.
Oregon Marine Patrols to Focus on Impaired Boating Over Fourth of July Weekend
Oregon marine officers will take part in Operation Dry Water from July 3 through July 5, focusing on impaired boating during the busy Fourth of July weekend. Officials remind boaters that alcohol, drugs, sun, wind, and cold water can quickly turn a day on the water dangerous.
Roseburg Man Arrested Following Winston Sexual Solicitation Investigation
A Roseburg man was arrested Monday after Winston police said he offered to pay for sexual acts during an online undercover investigation.
Beulah Drive Home Heavily Damaged in Late-Night Fire
A late-night fire on NE Beulah Drive heavily damaged a Roseburg home Saturday, sending one resident to the hospital and leaving several pets unaccounted for.
DFPA Lowers Public Use Restrictions, Industrial Precaution Level After Rainfall
DFPA lowered Public Use Restrictions to LOW and IFPL to Level 1 effective Friday afternoon after recent rainfall, but fire season remains in effect and debris burning is still prohibited.