Good morning Douglas County! Happy Tuesday! Here are today's updates live from the Roseburg Receiver Communications Center.

Today's Current Conditions

As of 6:30AM in Roseburg, Oregon

• Current Temp: 48°F
• Humidity: 75%
• Wind: 3 MPH SE
• Current Conditions: Cloudy
• Air Quality Index: 13
• Today's Forecast: High 59 | Low 46
• Yesterday's Rain Levels (April 7th): 0.08 Inches
• April's Monthly Rainfall: 0.73 Inches

Roseburg Area Morning News

MARCH 2025 FLOOD RECOVERY EFFORTS CONTINUE IN DOUGLAS COUNTY

KQEN News Radio

While the Douglas County Commissioners, County Emergency Management Team, and other county staff work with evaluation and assessment teams from Oregon’s Office of Emergency Management and the Federal Emergency Management Administration this week, local recovery efforts continue.

Douglas County has partnered with Glide Revitalization to be the Long-Term Recovery Group for the recent flood event. A county release said Glide Rev’s experience and knowledge in developing and managing a long-term recovery effort for the 2020 Archie Creek Fire laid the groundwork for the non-profit agency that exists today. Glide Rev is a federally designated LTRG working to support communities impacted by disasters.

For property owners and business owners impacted by flooding, every action taken strengthens the county’s case for critical state and federal support. The county has provided a 1-2-3 Flood Recovery Action Plan.

• 1- Complete the Douglas County Flood Damage Assessment Survey. This helps document the widespread impact and is required for assistance.
• 2 – Fill out the Long-Term Recovery Group form via Glide Revitalization
• 3 – Send photos of damage to Douglas County Emergency Management

Links to file all of these are posted on the March 2025 Flood Event Information page on the county government website: https://www.douglascountyor.gov/

DRIVER FALLS ASLEEP, PICKUP STRIKES SUV ON FREEWAY

KQEN News Radio

A driver fell asleep, leading to a two-vehicle accident on Interstate 5 in the Canyonville area early Sunday.

An Oregon State Police report said at approximately 3:15 a.m. the pickup struck an SUV near milepost 100 in the Canyonville area. The pickup came to a rest on its side. All occupants of both vehicles declined medical attention. A towing company removed the pickup from the crash scene.

UNPRECEDENTED CATARACT SURGERY ON TWO AFRICAN LIONS IN ONE DAY

KQEN News Radio

Wildlife Safari has announced that renowned veterinary ophthalmologist Dr. Casandra Bliss of Bliss Animal Eye Care in Medford has achieved a remarkable milestone – successfully performing cataract surgery on two female African lions in a single day.

A safari release said the lionesses, Serafina and Mtai, were recently diagnosed with cataracts by Dr. Bliss following the initial discovery of cloudiness developing in each of their right eyes by the park’s dedicated carnivore team and veterinary staff. Cataracts can cause blurred vision and sensitivity to light, and the surgery helps restore clear sight.

Dr. Bliss has been a trusted partner of Wildlife Safari since 2014 and has provided expert care for a variety of species at the park – including bears, cheetahs, lions, flamingos, and lemurs. This procedure involves removing the cloudy lens – the cataract – and replacing it with a clear artificial one. To do this, Doctor Bliss used a technique which uses ultrasonic energy to break up the cataract, creating space for the new artificial lens to be placed.

To ensure the procedure caused minimal disruption to the animals, Dr. Bliss assembled a specialized team of veterinary experts and surgical equipment professionals from across the country. A crew carefully disassembled and transported Dr. Bliss’ specialized Zeiss surgical microscope – a vital tool for the delicate procedure in the sanctuary’s surgical suite. The custom lenses, based on precise preoperative measurements, were crafted in Germany while the ultrasonic surgical tool for the procedure was supplied by a Swiss company.

Wildlife Safari’s Head Veterinarian Dr. Benji Alcantar said, “We are closely monitoring the lion’s recovery, but the procedure itself went perfectly: As of Monday, Dr. Bliss and Wildlife Safari say that Serafina and Mtai have made a full recovery with improved vision and a better quality of life.

Pictures from the procedure are linked with our story at www.541radio.com

DOUGLAS COUNTY FAIR ANNOUNCES HEADLINE ENTERTAINMENT

KQEN News Radio

The Douglas County Fairgrounds has announced its headline entertainment for this year’s county fair, presented by Clint Newell Auto Group.

The fair will take place Wednesday, August 6th through Saturday August 9th.

Entertainment will include:

• Challenge of the Champions Bull Riding in the grandstands on Wednesday. It will be free with fair admission.
• Rock artists Lit and Fuel will play on Thursday
• County singer Cold Ford will be on stage on Friday
• Rap artist Sir Mix-A-Lot will perform on Saturday.

All concerts will be in the Cascade Community Credit Union Amphitheater and are free with fair admission. Reserved concert tickets will be on sale next Monday, April 14th at 8:00 a.m. at www.douglasfairgrounds.com. They can also be purchased in the fair office during regular business hours. Those who buy early between April 14th and April 18th will receive free fair admission with a purchased concert seat.

UMPQUA VALLEY STEAM HUB WITH STEAM EXTRAVAGANZA

KQEN News Radio

The Umpqua Valley STEAM Hub will hold a STEAM Extravaganza next month.

The event will take place on Saturday, May 3rd from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. outside near the pool at Umpqua Community College. The free family event will include a robotics competition and hands-on activities for all ages. There will be free take home STEAM projects for youth as well. A free hot dog lunch will also be served.

STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.

For more information on the Umpqua Valley STEAM Hub, go to: https://www.umpquavalleysteam.com/

CASA TO HOLD ANNUAL 5K AND FAMILY FUN DAY

KQEN News Radio

Court Appointed Special Advocates of Douglas County have announced that their annual 5K and Family Fun Day is scheduled for Saturday, April 26th.

It will be held at River Forks Park, northwest of Roseburg. The day will include family-friendly activities, fitness, community support and support for CASA’s cause – advocating for abused and neglected children in the community and raising awareness during Child Abuse Prevention month which is being observed in April.

The 5K race will begin at 10:00 a.m. with registration opening at 8:30 a.m. Pre-registration can take place in advance through a link on the Casa of Douglas County Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/CASAofDouglasCountyOregon. Participants can run, jog or walk the scenic 5K route. Families not participating in the race can enjoy a variety of activities including games, face painting, a craft tent and more.

All proceeds from this event directly benefit CASA of Douglas County. To get more information about the non-profit organization, go to: https://www.casaofdouglascounty.org/

Roseburg Area Upcoming Events

Limited Time Events

• Dance Potpourri @​ UMAC Studio | Every Wednesday | March 5 - April 30th | 5:30 - 6:30 PM | Link
• "Midwife a Life" + Add'l Exhibits @​ Umpqua Valley Arts | Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday | March 21st - May 30th | 10 AM - 6 PM | Link
• Community Yoga Class @ Body Balance | Every week on Wednesday | March 20 - June 25th | Body Balance Yoga Center | 12 PM | Link
• UACT Play - Little Women, The Musical | April 3 - 20 | Link

Monday, April 7th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7PM
• Open Mic Night @ Little Brothers Pub | 6 - 8 PM
• Zumba with Svitlana - at the Vortex | 5:30 - 6:30 PM | Link
• Erik Schnautz at Two Shy Brewing - Roseburg | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• LOVE NOTES - Live Music at The Offyce Sports Bar & Grill | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | Link

Tuesday, April 8th

• Bingo @ Roseburg Elks Lodge #326 | 6:30 PM
• DJ Trivia @ Urban NY Pizza & Grill | 7 PM
• Free Line Dancing Lessons - Elements Lounge @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | Every week on Tuesday | 7 - 9PM | Link
• Open Mic Night @ Kodiak Bar & Grill | Every week on Tuesday @ 6 - 8PM
• Live Music: Mark Malefyt @ Two Shy Brewing | 8:30 - 8:30 PM | Link

Wednesday, April 9th

• DJ Trivia @ Backside Brewing Co. | 6 - 7:30 PM
• Karaoke/Open Mic Night @ Idle Hour Tavern | 9 PM - 12:30 AM
• Open Mic at Brix | Every Wednesday | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Karaoke Night at Winston VFW | 5 - 9 PM | Link
• Karaoke Night at The Wild Rose Saloon | 7 - 10 PM | Link
• Trivia Night @​ Lookingglass Brewery | 6 - 9 PM
• Trivia Night @​ Little Brothers Pub | 6 PM
• Bingo @ Roseburg Senior Center | (Every Wed and Fri) - Doors Open at 5 PM, starts at 6:30PM. Food available. Ages 7+. $1 for non-members.
• Dance Potpourri @​ UMAC Studio | Every Wednesday | March 5 - April 30th | 5:30 - 6:30 PM | Link
• Community Yoga Class @ Body Balance | Every week on Wednesday | March 20 - June 25th | Body Balance Yoga Center | 12 PM | Link
• All Abilities Karaoke at Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 1:30 - 4 PM | Link
• Zumba with Svitlana - at the Vortex | 5 - 6 PM | Link
• Fat Chance BELLYDANCE w/Moon - at the Vortex | 6 - 7 PM | Link
• Positive! Open Mic in Roseburg | 6:30 - 8 PM | Link
• Bellydance-Beginner/Intermediate w/ Raven - at the Vortex | 7 - 8 PM | Link

Thursday, April 10th

• DJ Trivia @ North Forty Beer Company | 7 - 8:30 PM
• Kick Up the Dust - Line Dancing Lessons @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7 - 8 PM
• DJ Bingo @ Brix Bar & Grill | 7 - 9PM | Link
• Local Vendor Night @ Cooper Ridge Vineyard | 3 - 6 PM | Link
• Open Mic Night @ Oran Mor | 5:30 PM | Link
• Draper Jam Night | 8 - 11:30 PM | Link
• Mr. Vale's Math Class - A Night of Funk @ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 9:30 PM | Link
• Oran Mor Artisan Mead monthly open mic night (2nd Thursday of every month) | 5:30 - 9 PM | Link

Friday, April 11th

• Friday Pizzas! @ Reustle-Prayer Rock Vineyards | 12 - 4PM
• Karaoke Night @ Winchester Pub & Grill | 8 - 11 PM
• TGIF Wine & Pizza @ Abacela | 4 - 7 PM
• Bingo @ Roseburg Senior Center | (Every Wed and Fri) - Doors Open at 5 PM, starts at 6:30PM. Food available. Ages 7+. $1 for non-members.
• Bullseyes & Bites @ The Blade Axe House | Every Friday | 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM | Link
• Karaoke Contest @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 8 - 11 PM | Link
• Live Music: Ross Cooper & Neil Gregory Johnson @ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 9:30 PM | Link
• Mediterranean Themed Supper Club Dinner @ Melrose Vineyards | 5:30 - 8:30 PM | Link
• Silver Creek - Country, Folk, Classics LIVE at The Winston VFW | 6 - 9:30 PM | Link
• English/Scottish Social Dancing - at the Vortex | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | Link
• Battle at the Blendz - No Soap Radio + Danger Kitty | 6:30 - 11 PM | Link
• COMA PHASE + ANCHORED DOWN Live at The Annex (Scoreboard) | 8 - 11:30 PM | Link

Saturday, April 12th

• Umpqua Valley Farmers Market | 9AM - 1PM | Link
• Drain Farmers Market | 308 N 1st St in Drain @ 10AM - 2PM
• Karaoke Night @​ Brix Bar & Grill | (Every Saturday) @ 7 - 10PM
• Karaoke Night @ Lookingglass Brewery | 6 - 8PM | Link
• Karaoke Night at Winston VFW | 5 - 9 PM | Link
• Table Top and Board Game Night @ Oran Mor | 6 - 9 PM | Link
• The Confluence Art Show & Sale | 12th & 13th | 10 AM - 6 PM | Link
• Men's Beginner Ballet - at the Vortex | 9 - 10 AM | Link
• Ballet with Svitlana - at the Vortex | 10 - 11 AM | Link
• Record Store Day at Reverie Record Shop | 11 AM - 10 PM | Link
• David Rogers LIVE at North Forty - Roseburg | 5 - 8 PM | Link
• Spring Fling at Lookingglass Brewery with Captain Blue | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• COUNTRY LINE DANCE Workshop at Kellogg Grange Hall | 7 - 9 PM | Link
• Learn to Swing Dance Workshop & Dance | 7 - 9 PM | Link
• Live Music Sat Nights!! with The Roadsters - Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 8 - 11 PM | Link
• Live Music: Joe Ross @​ Spire Mountain Cellars | 1 PM
• Live Music: Cover Culture @​ Two Shy Brewing | 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Sunday, April 13th

• Garden Valley Farmers Market | 11AM - 3PM
• Karaoke Night at The Wild Rose Saloon | 7 - 10 PM | Link
• The Confluence Art Show & Sale | 12th & 13th | 10 AM - 6 PM | Link
• "Back Track" with Bill Lee LIVE at JosephJane Winery - Sunday Afternoon Music | 3 - 5 PM | Link
• Roseburg Folklore Society Singalong | 6 - 8 PM | Link

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Employment

• Assistant Community Manager @ Guardian Management (Sunshine Park Apartments) | Link
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That is the scoop for this Tuesday morning. Have a great day!

- The Roseburg Receiver Team