September 19, 2021
The Roseburg Receiver Morning Scoop
Joseph Ziegler
Winston-Dillard Melon Festival Kicks Off Friday With Full Weekend of Events
The 56th Winston-Dillard Melon Festival runs Sept. 19–21 with parades, live music, contests, kids’ games, food, and more. Highlights include the parade Sept. 20 at 11 a.m., music from Strange Birds, Trip Wire, and Borrowed Time, plus the grand raffle on Sunday.
Myrtle Creek Police Investigating Robbery Outside Bank
Myrtle Creek Police are investigating a Sunday night robbery outside Columbia Bank. A man reported two masked suspects stole a deposit and threatened to shoot him before fleeing on foot. Anyone with info is asked to call MCPD at 440-4471.
Man Arrested After Escaping From Douglas County Courthouse
Deputies arrested 38-year-old Jesse Dewbre after he fled the Douglas County Courthouse Tuesday when a judge ordered him into custody. He was later found at his home and surrendered. Dewbre faces escape and warrant charges; bail set at $100,000.
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The Roseburg Receiver Morning Scoop
DFPA Confirms Six Prescribed Burns Scheduled This Week
DFPA has six prescribed burns scheduled this week: Sept. 16 in Oakland & Roseburg, Sept. 17 in Oakland & Roseburg, Sept. 18 on N. Umpqua Hwy in Roseburg, and Sept. 20 on Roberts Creek Rd in Roseburg. Burns aim to reduce wildfire risk under safe conditions.