Good morning Douglas County! Happy Thursday! 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: 67° F
• Humidity: 77%
• Wind: 5 MPH N
• Current Conditions: Cloudy
• Air Quality Index: 13
• Today's Forecast: High 83 | Low 56 | Cloudy

Today's Fire Weather Forecast

Fire Weather Forecast for southern Oregon and northern California
National Weather Service Medford, OR
229 AM PDT Thu Aug 7 2025

Gusty east to northeast winds are expected from Thursday night through Saturday night, particularly over the coastal ridges in Curry and western Josephine counties, as well as the mountains in western Siskiyou County. These winds will bring moderate to locally poor overnight humidity recoveries in those areas.

Valleys west of the Cascades will experience gusty winds and low humidity on Friday and Saturday, especially during the afternoons and evenings.

Dry weather will continue through at least the middle of next week. Afternoon temperatures will be just below seasonal norms today but are expected to trend hotter from Friday into early next week. An upper trough moving across the area will bring gusty breezes east of the Cascades this afternoon and evening. Tonight through Saturday night, gusty east to northeast winds across mid-slopes and ridges will result in moderate to locally poor overnight recoveries in Fire Zones 618, 619, and 280. On Friday and Saturday, valleys west of the Cascades should anticipate gusty afternoon winds and dry humidities. Winds will decrease Sunday and Monday, but hotter temperatures are expected to develop.

Fire Danger

IFPL: 3

River Temperatures

Roseburg Area Morning News

WARMING STARTS FRIDAY, PEAKS ON SUNDAY AND MONDAY

KQEN News Radio

The Umpqua Valley has one more day in the low to mid 80s, before warming begins on Friday, and heats up each day before peaking on Sunday and Monday.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service in Medford told News Radio 93-9 FM and 1240 KQEN that afternoon highs should increase by around four degrees on both Friday and Saturday. High pressure will continue building with Sunday getting to near the triple digits and Monday hitting slightly over the century mark.

Forecasters said the heat wave will impact much of western Oregon with the Medford area getting to 105 degrees and above on Sunday and Monday.

BICYCLIST IN RECENT FATAL ACCIDENT IDENTIFIED

KQEN News Radio

The man who died in a vehicle versus bicycle accident on Interstate 5 a week ago has been identified.

An Oregon State Police report said on Thursday, July 31st just before 2:30 a.m. troopers responded to the crash on the freeway, approximately three miles south of Sutherlin. The preliminary investigation indicated that a pickup operated by a 66-year-old Roseburg man was traveling southbound when it struck the bicyclist, identified as 42-year-old Justin Jay Little of Cypress, California.  Little was in the fast lane for an unknown reason. He was declared deceased at the scene.

The motorist had minor injuries and was not transported. A passenger in the pickup, a 62-year-old woman, was taken to an area hospital with minor injuries.

The highway was impacted for approximately 4 hours during an on-scene investigation.

OSP was assisted by Central Douglas Fire & Rescue, Sutherlin Fire Department, Sutherlin Police Department, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, the Douglas County Medical Examiner’s Office and the Oregon Department of Transportation.

DOUGLAS COUNTY FAIR DAY TWO INFORMATION

KQEN News Radio

The Douglas County Fair continues through Saturday with lots of things happening throughout the day.

Presented by Clint Newell Chevrolet, GMC, the fair has rockers Lit and Fuel on stage at the Cascade Community Credit Union Amphitheater at 7:30 p.m.

Music is featured throughout the day on the Garden Park Stage.

Rainer Amusements has the carnival, which is sponsored by Pacific Power. Hours are 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Thursday. The carnival is open until 11:00 p.m. on Friday. Saturday carnival hours are 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. An unlimited ride bracelet is on sale for $45.

4-H and FFA activities are happening all day with the main gate open each day at 7:00 a.m.

Commercial buildings open at 10:00 a.m.

On Thursday, members of the armed forces and first responders are admitted for free until 5:00 p.m. courtesy of Roseburg Forest Products. Admission is free for kids aged 12 and under all day everyday courtesy of the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians. Teens get $2 off admission every day with a canned food donation. Regular fair admission is $10 for adults.

Buses to the fair are free, thanks to Mercy Medical Center. Buses are available at Roseburg High School or the First Student lot in Green. Parking at the fair is $10 per vehicle.

For more information about this year’s Douglas County Fair, go to: https://douglasfairgrounds.com/fair/index_fair.html

MUSIC OFF CENTRAL WRAPS UP SUMMER SERIES THURSDAY NIGHT

KQEN News Radio

Music Off Central wraps up its summer concert series on Thursday night.

90s country band Little Texas will take to the stage at 7:00 p.m. at Central Park in downtown Sutherlin. Thousands of shows and 8 albums since they began, the band is celebrating their 33rd year. They were the Academy of Country Music Top Vocal Group in 1994 and continue to write and record new material.

Along with the music, the venue has a beer garden, vendors and multiple food trucks. The family-friendly atmosphere offers a splash pad and plenty of shade.

Concerts that are free to the public are made possible by a long list of local sponsors.

For more information about Music Off Central, go to: https://musicoffcentral.org/

MYRTLE CREEK’S MUSIC IN THE PARK SERIES CONTINUES THURSDAY NIGHT

KQEN News Radio

Music in the Park continues its series of summer concerts Thursday night.

Captain Blue from Roseburg will perform from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Millsite Park in Myrtle Creek. The group will bring a mixture of danceable rock music allowing attendees to groove and have a great time.

Concert goers can bring their own lawn chairs or blankets to the park. Food vendors are on site and nearby. Dogs are allowed if kept under control and cleaned up after.

Music in the Park is Douglas County’s longest running free summer concert series. It is coordinated by the Myrtle Creek-Try City Area Chamber of Commerce and is supported 100 percent by donations, grants and gifts. For more information, call 860-2037.

MERKLEY, DEXTER: CONGRESS MUST PROTECT FARMWORKERS FROM SMOKE & HEAT

KQEN News Radio

On Wednesday, Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley and Third-District U.S. Representative Maxine Dexter introduced the Farmworker Smoke and Excessive Heat Protection Act.

A release said the legislation would put safeguards in place for farm workers facing the dangers of wildfire smoke and extreme weather.

Merkley said, “Climate chaos is creating hotter, longer summers and leading to a deadlier wildfire season, putting many farmworkers at risk of smoke – and health related issues on the job”. Merkley said, “Protecting them from the dangers of hazardous smoke is good for workers, good for employers, and good for the public who rely on their products”.

Dexter said, “As a lung and critical care doctor, I’ve seen how wildfire smoke destroys lungs and lives. Farm workers are among the most exposed, laboring in hazardous air to keep food on our tables.” Dexter said, “Their health and safety are not optional, and Oregon has long led the way in protecting outdoor workers”.

The full text of the Farmworker Smoke and Excessive Heat Protection Act can be found here.

FIRE DANGER RAISED TO EXTREME ACROSS DOUGLAS DISTRICT: PUBLIC RESTRICTIONS INCREASE

The Roseburg Receiver

The Douglas Forest Protective Association (DFPA) has announced that, effective Sunday, August 10, 2025 at 12:01 a.m., the fire danger level across the Douglas District will be elevated to EXTREME. This change applies to all private, county, state, and Bureau of Indian Affairs land within the district.

While the Industrial Fire Precaution Level (IFPL) remains at Level 3 for regulated use areas DG-1, DG-2, UA-1, UA-2, and adjacent forestlands, the public will now face additional restrictions designed to reduce wildfire risk.

What’s Prohibited for the Public During Extreme Fire Danger?

• Use of Non-Industrial Power Saws:
  Operating chainsaws or similar equipment is now prohibited.
• Metal Work:
  Cutting, grinding, or welding of metal is not allowed.
• Grass Work:
  Cutting, trimming, or mowing of dried or cured grass is banned.
• Power-Driven Machinery:
  Using machinery for non-industrial improvement or development on private property is not permitted.

Anyone seeking an exception must receive written approval from the State Forester or an authorized representative.

These restrictions will remain in place until further notice, or until they are modified by a new order from the State Forester. Detailed maps showing affected areas are available at the State Forester’s Office in Salem and at district offices.

For more details on terminology or legal definitions, residents can refer to ORS 477.001 and OAR 629-041-0005.

DFPA urges all residents and landowners to follow these restrictions closely to help protect the community during this period of extreme wildfire danger.

Roseburg Area Upcoming Events

Limited Time Events

• Zumba in the Park | Stewart Park every Wednesday | 6:30 - 7:30 PM | June 11 - August 22
• Music on the Half Shell 2025 | 7 PM | Every Tuesday until August 12th | Link
• Douglas County Fair 2025 | August 6 - 9 | 7 AM - 11 PM | Link

Monday, August 4th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7PM
• Open Mic Night @ Little Brothers Pub | 6 - 8 PM
• Pouring Generosity | Every day Until August 31st | 8 AM - 5:30 PM | Link
• Erik & Cristina Schnautz @ Two Shy | 6 - 8 PM | Link

Tuesday, August 5th

• Bingo @ Roseburg Elks Lodge #326 | 6:30 PM
• DJ Bingo @ Workman's Bar and Smokehouse | 6 PM
• DJ Trivia @ Urban NY Pizza & Grill | 7 PM
• Glide Farmers Market | June 3 - Oct 7th | 10 AM - 1 PM | Glide Community Center
• 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
• Music on the Half Shell 2025 | Jimetta Rose & the Voices of Creation | 7 PM | Every Tuesday until August 12th | Link
• Karaoke Night at The Scoreboard | 9 - 11:30 PM | Link
• Dale Watson & His Lonestars LIVE at the Rosebud | 6 - 9:30 PM | Link
• National Night Out | Meet Community First Responders | Reedsport Police Dept | 5 - 7 PM | Link
• Live Music: Dale Watson & His Lonestars @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 10 PM

Wednesday, August 6th

• 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.
• Canyonville Farmers Market | 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM | Seven Feathers Casino Resort Parking Lot (May - October)
• WineDown Wednesday @​ Melrose Vineyards | 5:30 PM
• Zumba in the Park | Stewart Park every Wednesday | 6:30 - 7:30 PM | June 11 - August 22
• Douglas County Fair 2025 | August 6 - 9 | 7 AM - 11 PM | Link
• Erik & Cristina @ Old Soul | 5:30 - 8 PM | Link
• The Ashes LIVE at Elements Lounge | 7 - 11 PM | Link

Thursday, August 7th

• DJ Trivia @ North Forty Beer Company | 7 - 8:30 PM
• Kick Up the Dust - Line Dancing Lessons @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7 - 8 PM
• Karaoke Night at Kodiak | Every Thursday and Saturday | 8 PM
• Lookingglass Grange 927 Farmers Market | 2:30 - 5:30 PM | April - October
• DJ Bingo @ Brix Bar & Grill | 7 - 9PM | Link
• Draper Jam Night | 8 - 11:30 PM | Link
• Thirsty Thursday Cornhole Night @ Lookingglass Brewery | Every week on Thursday | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Douglas County Fair 2025 | August 6 - 9 | 7 AM - 11 PM | Link
• Border Patrol - Rockin' Country LIVE at Riverfront Rhythms at Umpqua Discovery Center | 6 - 7:30 PM | Link
• Captain Blue LIVE at Myrtle Creek Music in the Park | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• All Age Karaoke Night at Urban NY Pizza | 7 - 9 PM | Link
• Little Texas LIVE at Music Off Central | 7 - 9 PM | Link
• The Ashes LIVE at Elements Lounge | 7 - 11 PM | Link
• Riverfront Rhythms Concert | Reedsport | 6 PM | Link
• Live Music: Terry Robb & Adam Scramstad @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 10 PM

Friday, August 8th

• Friday Pizzas! @ Reustle-Prayer Rock Vineyards | 12 - 4PM
• Karaoke Night @ Winchester Pub & Grill | 8 - 11 PM
• Karaoke Night @ Workman's Bar and Smokehouse | 9 PM - 12 AM
• TGIF Wine & Pizza @ Abacela | 4 - 7 PM
• Sutherlin Farmers Market | 2 - 6 PM | April - October | 1305 W Central Ave
• Elkton Farmers Market | June 6th - October 1st | 10 AM - 3 PM | Elkton Community Education Center
• 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
• Douglas County Fair 2025 | August 6 - 9 | 7 AM - 11 PM | Link
• Live Music: Wild at Heart @ JosephJane Winery | 4 - 6 PM | Link
• Friday Night Music at JosephJane Winery - Love Notes | 4 - 6 PM | Link
• Live Music Friday at JosephJane with Wild at Heart | 4 - 6 PM | Link
• Seven Feathers Music in the Courtyard | 5 - 9 PM | Link
• Bob Hall LIVE at COHO Pizza | 5:30 - 7:30 PM | Link
• FARM PARTY at The Atom Bistro & Coffee Bar, 19017 N. Umpqua Hwy, Glide | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• The Winston VFW - Live Music Friday Nights with TIMBERWOLF | 6 - 10 PM | Link
• FunkShui @ Kelly’s Cozy Corner | 8 - 11 PM | Link
• The Ashes LIVE at Elements Lounge | 7 - 11 PM | Link
• Rush Auer LIVE at Douglas County Fair | 9:15 - 11 PM | Link
• Live Music: BendreTheGiant, w/ Saltwater Salamander @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 - 11 PM

Saturday, August 9th

• Umpqua Valley Farmers Market | 9AM - 1PM | SE Jackson St | Link
• Roseburg Saturday Market | 10AM - 2PM | Harvard Ave - Rife's Home Furniture Parking Lot
• Drain Farmers Market | 308 N 1st St in Drain @ 10AM - 2PM
• Workman's Community Market | 4550 Old Hwy 99S | 10 AM - 3 PM
• Myrtle Creek Outdoor Farmers and Craft Market | 10 AM - 2 PM | April - October | 106 S Main St (Elks Lodge Parking Lot)
• 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
• Karaoke Night - Shamrocks Cocktail Bar | 6 - 9 PM | Link
• Karaoke Night at Kodiak | Every Thursday and Saturday | 8 PM
• Douglas County Fair 2025 | August 6 - 9 | 7 AM - 11 PM | Link
• Fiesta 2025 @ Abacela | 3 - 8 PM | Link
• Table Top and Board Game Night @ Oran Mor | 6 - 9 PM | Link
• UVA's Bird Field Trip @ Ford's Pond | 8:30 AM | Link
• Seven Feathers Music in the Courtyard | 5 - 9 PM | Link
• Reustle Vineyard Live Music Sunset Series | 5:30 - 7:30 PM | Link
• The Ashes LIVE at Elements Lounge | 7 - 11 PM | Link
• Live Music: Wild at Heart @​ Brix Bar & Grill | 7 - 9 PM
• Live Music: Eddy Ross Band @​ Two Shy Brewing | 6:30 - 8:30 PM
• ALL AGES Jam Night @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 10 PM

Sunday, August 10th

• Garden Valley Farmers Market | 11 AM - 3 PM
• Karaoke Night at The Wild Rose Saloon | 7 - 10 PM | Link
• DJ Trivia Night @ Brix Bar and Grill | Every Sunday | 6 - 8 PM
• Barre in the Vines @​ JosephJane Winery | 10 AM
• Live Music: U.K. Accordion Champion Gary Blair @ The Rosebud Theatre | 4 - 7 PM

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That is the scoop for this Thursday morning. Have a great day!

- The Roseburg Receiver Team

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