December 29, 2025

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

• Current Temp: 36° F
• Humidity: 94%
• Wind: 2 MPH S
• Current Conditions: Cloudy
• Air Quality Index: 32
• Today's Forecast: High 45 | Low 33 | Mostly Cloudy
• Sunrise: 7:45 AM | Sunset: 4:47 PM

AIR STAGNATION ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4:00 P.M. WEDNESDAY

An Air Stagnation Advisory is in effect until 4:00 p.m. Wednesday for central Douglas County and its eastern foothills, along with much of southern Oregon.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service in Medford said poor air quality will continue through Wednesday. This is due to an inversion and stagnant air conditions near the surface that will trap pollutants.

The Advisory area includes valley locations west of the Cascades in Douglas, Josephine and Jackson counties and east of the Cascades in Klamath and Lake counties.

Forecasters said poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems. Those with respiratory illness should follow their physician’s advice for dealing with high levels of air pollution during periods of stagnant air.

ROSEBURG RESIDENTIAL LEAF PICKUP PROGRAM WRAPPING UP SOON

Roseburg Public Works leaf collection service is about to wrap up.

Information from the City of Roseburg website said it will continue until the first week of January.

Crews follow a cyclical, systematic route to help residents with leaf disposal and to ensure that leaf collection is provided in an effective, cost-controlled program that helps to keep leaves out of storm drains, creeks and rivers.

Residents must pile leaves neatly on the edge of their property, or in the street in front of their home and away from the curb prior to pick up.

• Leaf piles should be free of debris such as branches and rocks, and not piled near parked vehicles
• Keep street gutters, ditches, bike lanes, and catch basins free of leaves
• Residents who pile leaves in the city’s right-of-way are responsible for keeping drainage structures clear of leaves during rainstorms until leaves can be picked up

For more information on the city’s leaf collection program, go click here.

CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING UNDERWAY THROUGH JANUARY 12TH

Roseburg Disposal’s annual Christmas tree recycling program is underway through January 12th.

The Douglas County Landfill is partnering with the company to provide free disposal of collected trees.

Christmas trees can be dropped off at:

• Legion Field on Northwest Stewart Parkway
• On Northwest Kline Street, in front of Hucrest Elementary School
• On the corner of Northwest Calkins Road and Northwest Cherry Street
• At Totem Market on Northeast Stephens Street in Winchester
• At Sherm’s Thunderbird Market on Northwest Stewart Parkway
• At the corner of Northeast Fulton Street and Northeast Diamond Lake Boulevard
• At Bobalou Billiards on Northeast Stephens Street
• On Southeast Rose Street by the former Safeway location
• Redeemer’s Fellowship, in the former cinema parking lot on West Harvard Avenue

Only natural Christmas trees can be placed in the drop-off boxes

Items not accepted include ornaments, lights, tinsel or flocked trees, plastic bags, tree stands, pet waste or other garbage. Improper materials may jeopardize the program in future years.

Christmas trees may be picked up at homes or offices for a $15 fee. Trees must be cut into 4-foot or shorter lengths for pickup. For more information, call Roseburg Disposal at 673-7122.

WINSTON-DILLARD SCHOOL DISTRICT CONTINUES OFFERING MEALS DURING BREAK

The Winston-Dillard School District continues offering breakfast and lunch during the holiday break.

The yellow LunchBox Express van provides meals on Monday and Tuesday of this week at these times and locations:

• McGovern Elementary from 8:15 a.m. to 8:25 a.m.
• Douglas High School from 8:30 a.m. to 8:40 a.m.
• Brockway Elementary School from 8:45 a.m. to 8:55 a.m.
• Lookingglass Elementary School from 9:10 a.m. to 9:20 a.m.
• Dillard Alternative School from 9:35 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
• Winston Middle School from 9:55 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
• Civic Wayside Park by Grocery Outlet from 11:35 a.m. to 11:55 a.m.
• Community Park on Southeast Grape Street from 12:00 p.m. to 12:15 p.m.

The Holiday meal program is sponsored by the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians.

UACT WITH AUDITIONS FOR THE REVOLUTIONISTS IN JANUARY

Umpqua Actors Community Theatre is holding auditions for The Revolutionists on January 17th and 18th.

The production is described as a bold, clever, comedic, and poignant play set during the French Revoltion’s Reign of Terror

Director Sam Starnes is in search of a diverse group of women, ages roughly 25 to 50. No prior acting experience is needed.

Auditions will be held each night at 6:00 p.m. Those who try out should be prepared to list any rehearsal conflicts, to read a few sides from the script and to engage in some icebreaker games.

People interested in working behind the scenes on props, 18th century costumes, hair, makeup, lighting, set building or sound can come to the auditions or email: sam@samstarns.com.

Scripts for The Revolutionists are available by calling or visiting the UACT box office on West Harvard Avenue. The production will be on stage in April.

STRIKES AND SPARES FOR DOUGLAS CARES COMING IN MARCH

The Strikes and Spares for Douglas CARES event is happening on March 3rd from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

The annual fundraiser will take place at Ten Down Blowing on Northeast Diamond Lake Boulevard.

Tickets are $30 per person or $180 for a team of 8. Sponsor level contributors can get a regular lane and recognition for $300, or a cosmic lane and recognition for $500.

Sponsor tickets are now available with individual tickets on sale beginning January 1st.

For more information, call Douglas CARES at 957-5646.

Limited Time Events

• Umpqua Valley Festival of Lights 2025 | November 23 - January 1st | 5:30 PM | Link

Monday, December 29th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7PM
• Open Mic Night @ Little Brothers Pub | 6 - 8 PM
• Open Mic Night at Little Brothers Pub, hosted by Benjammin' | 6 - 9 PM | Link

Tuesday, December 30th

• 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

Wednesday, December 31st

• 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.
• 2026 Midnight Premiere - NYE @ The Rosebud Theatre | 8 PM - 1 AM | Link
• Last Bash New Year’s Eve Party @ Oran Mor | 5 - 9 PM | Link
• New Year's Eve Black & White Ball w/ Velvet Whiskey @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 5 PM | Link
• New Year's Eve Party w/ Flashbak @ Melrose Vineyards | 6 - 9 PM | Link
• NYE Bubbles Bash @ The Wine Destination | 4 - 7 PM | Link
• Party Through The Decades NYE Party @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 9 PM - 12 AM | Link
• White Out NYE Bash @ Lookingglass Brewery | 6 PM | Link
• Grand Buffet and Adult New Year's Eve Party with Live Music | Diamond Lake Resort
• Parrott House NYE Party | 9 PM - 1 AM | Call for reservations

Thursday, January 1st - HAPPY NEW YEAR!

• 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
• Hangover New Year's Day Brunch Buffet @ Melrose Vineyards | 12 - 3 PM | Link
• Thursday Jam Night at The Scoreboard Annex, hosted by Steve Amari | 8:30 - 11:30 PM | Link
• Umpqua Valley Fly Fishers Meetup @ The Roseburg Country Club | Postponed to January 8th | 5:30 - 8 PM

Friday, January 2nd

• 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

Saturday, January 3rd

• 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
• Live Music: Moon Mountain String Band @ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 - 11 PM | Link
• High School Cross Country Ski Races | Diamond Lake Resort

Sunday, January 4th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Brix Bar and Grill | Every Sunday | 6 - 8 PM
• Open-Mic Night @ The Rosebud Theatre | 4 - 8 PM | Link
• Winds of Umpqua Flute Circle - Oran Mor | 1 - 3 PM | Link

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That is the scoop for this Monday morning. Enjoy your day!

- The Roseburg Receiver Team