Good morning Douglas County! Happy Friday! 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: 44°F
• Humidity: 95%
• Wind: 0 MPH
• Current Conditions: Cloudy
• Air Quality Index: 77
• Today's Forecast: High 56 | Low 44

Roseburg Area Morning News

ROSEBURG EXPECTING NEAR RECORD HIGH TEMPERATURE FRIDAY

KQEN News Radio

Only a day away from the official start of winter, the Umpqua Valley is expecting a near record high temperature for the date on Friday.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service in Medford told News Radio 93-9 FM and 1240 KQEN that the mercury is forecast to reach near 62 degrees at the Roseburg Regional Airport.

The record high for December 20th is 64 degrees, set in 2019. Forecasters said Friday’s weather pattern shows the area getting out of overnight clouds and fog sooner, which should lead to additional sunshine.

Roseburg already set new record high temperatures for the date on Tuesday and Wednesday, getting to 65 degrees and 61 degrees respectively.

High temperatures should drop back to the low 50s for the weekend with rain expected. Precipitation will continue for much of next week.

HIGH SURF ADVISORY FOR COASTAL AREAS THIS WEEKEND

KQEN News Radio

A High Surf Advisory is in effect from Saturday at 7:00 a.m. to Sunday at 10:00 p.m. for coastal areas on the south central and southern Oregon coast.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service said large breaking waves of 21 to 24 feet are expected.

The Advisory area includes the beaches and shorelines of Douglas, Coos and Curry counties.

Forecasters said large breaking waves will create hazardous conditions along and within the surf zone and could inundate beaches and low-lying shorelines. Beach erosion is possible, and exposed infrastructure may be damaged.

A strong long period swell will arrive Monday and bring the chance for High Surf warning conditions with large breaking waves of 24 to 28 feet.

Forecasters said people should stay away from the surf zone and off jetties. Area beaches may become hazardous due to dangerous surf conditions.

ADAPT ANNUAL CLOSURE NOTICE FOR CHRISTMAS 2024

KQEN News Radio

Adapt Integrated Health Care will be closed for all non-crisis, non-residential services on December 25th for Christmas Day.

An Adapt release said this applies to Douglas, Coos, Curry and Josephine counties.

This will be a full-day closure with services resuming on December 26th.

24/7 Crisis Support Services will continue operations as normal and may be reached in Douglas County at 800-866-9780.

For more information about Adapt Integrated Health Care, go to: https://adaptoregon.org/

CONGRESSMAN BENTZ ANNOUNCES APP CHALLENGE WINNER

KQEN News Radio

Congressman Cliff Bentz has announced that Yahir Conejo-Garcia, Bryson Jeppeson and Yael Estrada Gutierrez from Hermiston High School, are the 2024 winners of the Congressional App Challenge for Oregon’s District 2.

A release said the students created “The Room Builder 3000”. It’s a web application that helps users design and furnish a room. The students overcame many challenges by utilizing their knowledge of code management, html, and 3D modeling and learned the value of working as a team. Yahir has worked on an app and won last year’s App Challenge. His computer science teacher encouraged him to move to the next level of programming and work with others.

Bentz was also pleased with the team’s creativity and skill. Bentz said, “The Congressional App Challenge is to encourage students to pursue careers in coding, math or science. I hope Yahir, Bryson and Yael continue to improve and develop their coding, and teamwork skills”.

The release said Bentz encourages students from across Congressional District 2 to create and submit apps for the 2025 competition. Find more information at: https://bentz.house.gov/appchallenge

LOCAL AUTHORS GUIDE TO THE NORTH UMPQUA AT MUSEUM GIFT SHOP

KQEN News Radio

Just in time for the holiday season, the Douglas County Museum of Natural & Cultural History has announced the arrival of a newly released guide titled, “Fly Fishing Guide to the North Umpqua”, by local fly-fishing expert Joe W. Howell.

A museum release said published by Stackpole Books in November 2024, the guide provides an unparalleled look at steelheading techniques, historical insights, and detailed fly patterns for one of the most renowned steelhead rivers in the United States. Howell, a 42-year resident of Idleyld Park, Oregon, was the owner of Blue Heron Fly Shop for 30 years, a sought-after fly designer, and the 1992 recipient of the Oregon Council of the Federation of Fly Fisherman’s Fly Tyer of the Year award.

The guidebook offers a pool-by-pool exploration of the North Umpqua River, perfect for avid outdoorsmen, fly-fishing enthusiasts, or those eager to learn about the river. The book is priced at $34.95 and is on sale now at the Museum Mercantile Gift Shop.

For more information about the museum, go to: https://umpquavalleymuseums.org/visit/douglas-county-museum/

THE ROSEBUD THEATRE TO LAUNCH GRAND OPENING WEEKEND

KQEN News Radio

Roseburg’s emerging live music scene continues to bloom with the arrival of The Rosebud Theatre, a new intimate music venue, in a historic downtown building at 663 Southeast Jackson Street.

The Rosebud Theatre has the motto, “Log Off, Tune In, Drop By” – promising to create meaningful connections through live music, contributing to the local cultural scene one performance at a time.

The grand opening weekend will feature:

• Friday, December 27th: Polyrhythmics bringing a sound that originated in Seattle’s underground deep funk scene. The 21 and over show will begin at 7:00 p.m.
• Saturday, December 28th: Local legends TOB – The Other Band will play with special guest Nathaniel Keller and will feature their mix of R&B, funk, Motown, and soul. The all ages show starts at 6:30 p.m.

More information about The Rosebud Theatre is available at: www.theroseburgtheatre.com

SALES CONTINUE FOR GREATEST OF THE GRAPE

KQEN News Radio

Sales are continuing for the Greatest of the Grape happening on Saturday, February 1st.

Presented by the Umpqua Valley Wine Growers Association and known as Oregon’s longest running wine event, it will take place at Seven Feathers Casino Resort.

Attendees can taste wines produced by local wineries, with each winery bringing a red and a white wine. Participants will vote for the People’s Choice award to determine who will be crowned the Greatest of the Grape.

Other activities include a silent auction to help raise money for the Umpqua Valley Wine Growers Association. The “Wheel of Wine”, will people a chance to win wine, and also will support a local charity.

Admission includes wine tasting, appetizers, and a souvenir wine glass. Tickets are $90, with VIP tickets on sale for $125. To purchase tickets or get more information, go to: https://www.umpquavalleywineries.org/events/

Roseburg Area Upcoming Events

Ongoing Events

• All-You-Can-Eat Sunday Brunch @ The Parrott House | June 23rd - December 29th every Sunday @ 10AM - 2PM | Link
• 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
• Umpqua Valley Festival of Lights | November 24th - January 2nd - Every day @ 5:30PM | Link
• UACT “All is Calm” | November 22 - December 18th | Link
• UACT - A Christmas Story | December 5th - 22nd | Link
• Candy Cane Lane | December 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th, and 21st | 5 - 7:30PM | Oakland City Hall
• Quilts & Christmas Exhibit @ Douglas County Museum | December 3rd - February 28th @ 10AM - 5PM | Link
• 14th Annual Studio Sale @ Peppi's Pottery | December 15th - 22nd @ 10AM - 5PM | Link

Monday, December 16th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7PM
• Open Mic Night @ Little Brothers Pub | 6 - 8 PM

Tuesday, December 17th

• Bingo @ Roseburg Elks Lodge #326 | 6:30 PM
• DJ Trivia @ Urban NY Pizza & Grill | 7 PM
• Glide and Idleyld Winter Market | (Every Tuesday) @ 10AM - 1PM | Glide Community Center Annex
• 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

Wednesday, December 18th

• DJ Trivia @ Backside Brewing Co. | 6 - 7:30 PM
• Karaoke/Open Mic Night @ Idle Hour Tavern | 9 - 12:30 PM
• 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.

Thursday, December 19th

• 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
• Celtic Jam Night @ Oran Mor | 5 - 8PM | Link

Friday, December 20th

• 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.
• Cascade Community Credit Union Night @ Festival of Lights - River Forks Park | 5:30PM
• Walk-In Wine Tasting @ The Wine Destination | 4 - 7PM | Link
• Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest @​ Little Brothers Pub | 6:15PM
• 80's Karaoke Night @​ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 8PM
• Tubing Season Begins at Diamond Lake!

Saturday, December 21st

• 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
• Umpqua Bank Night @ Festival of Lights - River Forks Park | 5:30PM
• 2024 Christmas Bird Count w/UV Audubon Society | 5:30PM | Link
• Christmas Party w/ Borrowed Time @​ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 9PM - 12AM | Link
• Live Music: TAKE3 @​ The Chapel | 5PM | Link
• Burlesque Show @​ Oran Mor | 6PM | Link
• Sutherlin Timber Town Toyland Electric Light Parade | Link

Sunday, December 22nd

• Garden Valley Farmers Market | 11AM - 3PM
• All-You-Can-Eat Sunday Brunch @​ The Parrott House | 10AM - 2PM
• A Christmas Carol - Read by John Breen @ Oran Mor | 5 - 8PM | Link

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The Roseburg Receiver Updates

• We are now at 11,500 members!!! Thank you all so much for being here!
• We are launching our new site, roseburgscanner.com soon! It is up and running, but still undergoing some configurations. We hope to be fully live soon!
• Businesses are now able to sign up to sponsor us! Get your logo seen on our website! Contact us for more details!
• Volunteers, volunteers, volunteers!! Everyone is welcome to post in this group about things that are happening in the area - whether it's something you heard or something you are witnessing. Feel free to post and even send a pic! The only thing we ask is that you do not post any personal information and don't text and drive. Your safety is important too.

That is the scoop for this Friday morning!! Have a great day and a wonderful weekend!

- The Roseburg Receiver Team