December 26, 2025

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

• Current Temp: 39° F
• Humidity: 100%
• Wind: 1 MPH N
• Current Conditions: Light Rain
• Air Quality Index: 33-37
• Today's Forecast: High 45 | Low 39 | Light Rain
• Sunrise: 7:45 AM | Sunset: 4:44 PM

LINGERING SHOWERS THROUGH FRIDAY, HIGH PRESSURE BUILDING SATURDAY

The Umpqua Valley will have lingering showers on Friday before high pressure begins building in the region on Saturday.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service in Medford told News Radio 93-9 FM and 1240 KQEN that a high-pressure system will remain in place through Wednesday bringing dry conditions with high temperatures from the mid-40s through the low to mid 50s.

WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY THROUGH 10:00 P.M. FRIDAY IN MOUNTAIN AREAS

A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 10:00 p.m. Friday for mountain areas in parts of southern Oregon.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service in Medford said snow is expected for elevations above 4,500 feet in the Cascades and Siskiyou Mountains. Additional accumulations of 3 to 9 inches are forecast with winds gusting as high as 40 miles per hour over high and exposed terrain.

The Advisory area includes Crater Lake, Diamond Lake, and Howard Prairie. It applies to mountain passes on highways 140, 138, 230, 46 and 58.

Forecasters said drivers should plan on slippery road conditions and delays in the trip. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning and evening commutes. Wet slushy roads could turn icy.

Call 511 or visit www.tripcheck.com for current road information.

Final Weekend for WildLights at Wildlife Safari

Families from across Douglas County are getting one last chance to experience the holiday season at WildLights, the annual festive event at Wildlife Safari, as it enters its final weekend.

WildLights transforms Safari Village into a glowing winter attraction, inviting visitors to enjoy a walk-through experience filled with illuminated displays, seasonal décor, and close-up encounters with some of the park’s animal residents.

Guests stroll along light-lined pathways at their own pace, taking in festive scenes and stopping at interactive stations throughout the route. Early in the walk, visitors may spot animals such as cheetahs or flamingos, adding a unique wildlife element to the holiday tradition.

Throughout the evening, families can warm up with hot cocoa, decorate gingerbread cookies, and stop by the café.

One of the most popular attractions is the Candy Cane Caboose, a festive train ride that carries guests through part of the park, offering a cozy way to enjoy the holiday lights together. Another highlight is Santa’s Workshop, where visitors can shop for one-of-a-kind gifts created by Wildlife Safari’s animal residents and take photos with Santa and one of the park’s Animal Ambassadors.

WildLights runs from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on December 5–7, 12–14, 19–21, and 26–28, rain or shine. Tickets are required for entry, and standard drive-through admission does not apply during the event.

Tickets include hot cocoa and cookies, animal encounters, rides on the Candy Cane Caboose, and a photo opportunity with an Animal Ambassador.

WET ROADWAY LEADS TO ROLLOVER CRASH ON WEDNESDAY MORNING

A wet roadway led to a rollover crash on Interstate 5 northbound early Wednesday morning.

A report from the Oregon State Police said at 3:45 a.m. troopers were called out to the wreck near the Edenbower Boulevard Exit 126. A minivan was northbound in the left lane of travel when it hydroplaned. It was raining heavily at the time, and the roadway had standing water on it. The driver was traveling too fast for the current conditions and lost control of his vehicle. The minivan exited onto the right shoulder and struck the embankment, causing it to roll. The minivan came to rest on its tires on the right shoulder facing a southeasterly direction.

No injuries were reported. The report does not indicate if any citations were issued

Limited Time Events

• Umpqua Valley Festival of Lights 2025 | November 23 - January 1st | 5:30 PM | Link
• Holiday Village, Thu-Sun and Christmas Eve | December 5 - 22 | River Forks Park | Link
• Wildlights @ Wildlife Safari | December 5 - 7, 12 - 14, 19 - 21, 26-28 | 4 - 7 PM | Link

Monday, December 22nd

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

Tuesday, December 23rd

• 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
• Free Line Dancing Lessons - Elements Lounge @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | Every week on Tuesday | 7 - 9 PM | Link
• Open Mic Night @ Kodiak Bar & Grill | Every week on Tuesday @ 6 - 8 PM
• Tuesdays! Free Line Dancing Lessons at Elements Lounge in Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 7 - 9 PM | Link
• Live Music: Debra Kay & Jason Heald @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8 PM | Link

Wednesday, December 24th

• 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 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.

Thursday, December 25th

• 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
• DJ Bingo @ Brix Bar & Grill | 7 - 9 PM | Link
• Draper Jam Night | 8 - 11:30 PM | Link
• Thirsty Thursday Cornhole Night @ Lookingglass Brewery | Every week on Thursday | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Christmas Dinner @ Melrose Vineyards | 4 - 8 PM | Link
• Thursday Jam Night at The Scoreboard Annex, hosted by Steve Amari | 8:30 - 11:30 PM | Link
• Christmas Day Buffet Dinner | Diamond Lake Resort (Call for reservations)
• Christmas Day Dinner | Parrott House, Roseburg | 2 - 7 PM | Call for Reservations

Friday, December 26th

• 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
• 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.
• Karaoke Night at Kodiak | Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday | 8 PM
• Wildlights @ Wildlife Safari | December 5 - 7, 12 - 14, 19 - 21, 26-28 | 4 - 7 PM | Link

Saturday, December 27th

• Umpqua Valley Farmers Market | 9AM - 1PM | SE Jackson St | Link
• Roseburg Saturday Market - Outside Winter Market | 10AM - 2PM | Harvard Ave - Rife's Home Furniture Parking Lot (Every Saturday until December 20th)
• Karaoke Night @​ Brix Bar & Grill | (Every Saturday) @ 7 - 10PM
• Karaoke Night @ Lookingglass Brewery | 6 - 8PM | Link
• Karaoke Night at Kodiak | Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday | 8 PM
• Wildlights @ Wildlife Safari | December 5 - 7, 12 - 14, 19 - 21, 26-28 | 4 - 7 PM | Link
• Live Music: StevieMac @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 7 - 9 PM | Link
• ROSEBUD'S 1-YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY w/ Widespread Haze, The 'Lectrics, The Mother Smuckers, and more! | 6 - 11:30 PM | Link
• Oregon Old-Time Fiddlers Jam & Finger Foods Potluck on the Fourth Saturday, Year-Round | 12 - 3 PM | Link
• The Fabulous Delmontes LIVE at Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 9 - 11 PM | Link
• Live Music: Cover Culture @​ Two Shy Brewing | 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Sunday, December 28th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Brix Bar and Grill | Every Sunday | 6 - 8 PM
• Wildlights @ Wildlife Safari | December 5 - 7, 12 - 14, 19 - 21, 26-28 | 4 - 7 PM | Link

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