Good morning Douglas County! Happy Tuesday! We hope you had a great weekend! 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: 27°F
• Humidity: 94%
• Wind: 0 MPH
• Current Conditions: Foggy
• Air Quality Index: 29
• Today's Forecast: High 44 | Low 21
• Yesterday's Rain Levels (February 10th): 0.00 Inches
• February's Monthly Rainfall: 0.61 inches

Roseburg Area Morning News

COLD WEATHER ADVISORY THROUGH 9:00 A.M. WEDNESDAY

KQEN News Radio

A Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect through 9:00 a.m. Wednesday for much of southern Oregon.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service said very cold temperatures ranging from 13 to 25 degrees are expected. Temperatures at higher elevations in mountain areas could reach 10 degrees to minus 5 degrees

The Advisory area includes central Douglas County and its eastern foothills, Josephine and Jackson counties, eastern Curry County, the south central and southern Oregon Cascades, the Klamath Basin and surrounding locations. It applies to Roseburg, Grants Pass, Medford, Cave Junction, Klamath Falls, Crater Lake, Diamond Lake and nearby areas.

Forecasters said very cold temperatures could lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat and gloves. Keep pets indoors as much as possible.

CELEBRATION OF LITERACY WITH SIGNATURE EVENT ON SATURDAY

KQEN News Radio

Celebration of Literacy continues this week as the month-long emphasis on reading provides special events.

Valentines for Vets will take place on Wednesday from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Boys & Girls Club of the Umpqua Valley on Northeast Cedar Street in Roseburg.

The Glendale Library on 3rd Street in Glendale will have a COL event on Friday at 2:00 p.m. Contact the library at 541-832-2360 for more information.

Celebration of Literacy’s signature event is Dive into Books at Wildlife Safari on Saturday. It will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Families can go to the Safari Village for free books. Activities will include a book walk, book exchange, crafts, face painting and more. Vehicles with Douglas County children will be able to go through the Safari drive-through for free. Winners of both the poster contest and the One County, One Book program will be on display near the Cheryl Ford Room.

Celebration of Literacy is presented by Altrusa Club of Roseburg and the Umpqua Reading Council. For more information, go to: http://celebrationofliteracy.com/

ROSEBURG WARMING CENTER ACTIVATED FOR TUESDAY NIGHT

KQEN News Radio

The United Community Action Center’s Roseburg Warming Center has been activated for Tuesday night.

Warm meals, shelter and resources will be available. It is in a temporary location at the James D. Myers Activity Center at 990 West Stanton Street.

Check in is from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Check out Wednesday will be from 6:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. with coffee available.

For more information on the Roseburg Warming Center, go to: https://www.facebook.com/UnitedCommunityActionNetwork

WINSTON CITY COUNCIL WITH GOAL SETTING SESSION ON SATURDAY

KQEN News Radio

The Winston City Council will have a goal setting session this Saturday.

It will be held at 11:00 a.m. at the Winston Community Center on Southeast Grape Avenue.

Community members are invited to attend. City Recorder Cindy Sarti said it is intended to be a community wide meeting sharing ideas about Winston’s outlook for the future. Sarti said it is also an opportunity to get acquainted with the mayor and council members. Refreshments will be served.

Contact City Hall at 679-6739 for more information.

CITY OF MYRTLE CREEK PLANNING FOR FUTURE SUCCESS

KQEN News Radio

The City of Myrtle Creek has announced a community driven revitalization effort aimed at developing a long-term vision and strategic success plan for the city.

City Administrator Lonnie Rainville said, “We are seeking input from residents, business and landowners as well as embarking on a first impressions element that involves other municipalities working together for a greater good”. Rainville said the Lotus Media Group will be assisting with research, promotion and facilitation.

A city release said the initiative has adopted the name Imagine Myrtle Creek as a project theme. The first order of business is to conduct research through listening to citizens, business and landowners as well as researching the city’s current brand reputation on-line, and through other information gathering activities using the foundational work from the University of New Hampshire’s First Impressions program.

Myrtle Creek Mayor Matthew Hald said, “There will be ample opportunities for all residents, business owners and landowners to not only contribute but take an active role in helping Myrtle Creek realize the potential of this wonderful town”. Hald said, “As they say, ‘It takes a Village’ and we are asking our entire community to unite so we can build a real plan for success”.

Myrtle Creek is in southern Douglas County with a current population of 3,500 residents, which includes the Tri-City area.

Myrtle Creek City Administrator Lonnie Rainville and Mayor Matthew Hald will talk about Imagine Myrtle Creek on Inside Douglas County Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. on News Radio 93-9 FM and 1240 KQEN

HOPS FOR K-9 COPS EVENT ON MARCH 9TH

KQEN News Radio

Friends of Umpqua Valley Police K9s have a fundraiser coming up in March.

“Hops for K-9 Cops” will take place on Sunday March 9th at 2:00 p.m. at Backside Brewing on Northeast Odell Avenue in Roseburg.

Attendees can meet the K-9 teams, see demonstrations of their work and learn more about the program. Tickets are $50 for adults, and $25 for those ages 14 and under. The event includes unlimited pizza, salad, mac & cheese and a dessert, one beer or one soda and while supplies last, a 16-ounce beer glass.

To get tickets, go to www.uvk9.org, scan the QR code on the group’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/UVPoliceK9, or send a check to Friends of Umpqua Valley Police K9s at PO Box 213 in Roseburg, 97470.

For questions, call 541-900-5246.

WILDLIFE SAFARI INTRODUCES NEW MALE GIRAFFE, WATSON

KQEN News Radio

Wildlife Safari has announced that Watson, a two-year old male giraffe, recently arrived from Fort Worth, Texas.

A safari release said Watson is currently settling into his new home and is gradually being introduced to the rest of the giraffe herd; Konza, Jact, Raza and Margie.

Wildlife Safari’s primary giraffe trainer Liv Nicks-Turnley said she is excited about Watson’s progress. Nicks-Turnley said, “He’s setting in very nicely. He’s becoming more and more curious by the day, and introductions between him and the rest of the tower have been nice and smooth. He loves his lettuce and is doing fabulous during his training sessions. Watson is definitely our smallest giraffe now, but big in our hearts”.

Public Relations Manager Taylor Holeman said as Watson continues to acclimate to his new soundings, guests will soon have the opportunity to see him interacting with fellow giraffes. Holeman said his arrival marks an exciting addition to Wildlife Safari’s giraffe conservation efforts, allowing visitors to learn more about these gentle giants and their importance to the wild.

The release said Giraffes are the tallest land animals on Earth, yet their populations are declining in the wild due to habitat loss and poaching. Holeman said by welcoming Watson, Wildlife Safari continues its mission to inspire awareness and educate the public on the importance of these incredible animals.

Visitors can follow Watson’s journey on the park’s social media channels and plan a visit to see him in person.

For more information, visit www.wildlifesafaari.net

Roseburg Area Upcoming Events

Limited Time Events

• Quilts & Christmas Exhibit @ Douglas County Museum | December 3rd - February 28th @ 10AM - 5PM | Link
• Opening Reception: "subject: A show about humans, interactions, bodies, relation, and memory" @ Umpqua Valley Arts | January 17 - March 14 | 4 - 7 PM | Link
• Outlaw Kart Racing @ The Douglas County Dirtrack | January 25, 26 & February 5, 6, 7, 8, & 15 | Link
• UACT - Rounding Third | February 6 - 23 | Link
• "FAB FEB" Mat Pilates @ Body Balance Yoga Center | February 4th - 25th on Tuesdays | 12 - 1 PM | Link
• Valentine's Weekend Wine Tasting @ Southern Oregon Wine Institute - UCC | Feb 14 & 15 | 3 - 7 PM | Link
• Gun & Knife Show @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | Feb 15 & 16 | 9 AM - 5 PM | Link

Monday, February 10th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7PM
• Open Mic Night @ Little Brothers Pub | 6 - 8 PM
• Love Notes LIVE at The Offyce | 6 - 8 PM | Link

Tuesday, February 11th

• 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
• Open Mic Night @ Kodiak Bar & Grill | Every week on Tuesday @ 6 - 8PM | 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
• Live Music: Neil Gregory Johnson @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• "FAB FEB" Mat Pilates @ Body Balance Yoga Center | February 4th - 25th on Tuesdays | 12 - 1 PM | Link
• Third Wheel Trivia with Amy @ THE HIVE | 6 - 8:30 PM | Link

Wednesday, February 12th

• DJ Trivia @ Backside Brewing Co. | 6 - 7:30 PM
• Karaoke/Open Mic Night @ Idle Hour Tavern | 9 PM - 12:30 AM
• 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.
• Karaoke Night at The Wild Rose Saloon | 7 - 10 PM | Link
• All Abilities Karaoke at Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 1:30 - 4 PM | Link
• UUUC presents Positive! Open Mic in Roseburg - Second Wed. of Each Month | 6:30 - 8 PM | Link

Thursday, February 13th

• 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
• Karaoke Night at Winston VFW | 5 - 9 PM | Link
• Draper Jam Night | 8 - 11:30 PM | Link
• Galentine's Day Floral Jewelry Class @ The Apothecary | 6 - 7:30 PM
• Local Vendor Night @ Cooper Ridge Vineyard | 3 - 6 PM | Link
• Open Mic Night @ Oran Mor | 5:30 PM | Link
• The Muddy Souls LIVE at The Rosebud | 6:30 - 9:30 PM | Link

Friday, February 14th (Valentine's Day)

• 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.
• Live Music: Virgil Robinson @ Bobalou Billiards | 6 - 9 PM | Link
• Valentine's Day Dinner @ Abacela | 6 PM | Link
• Valentine's Day Special @ The Wine Destination | 4 - 7 PM | Link
• Valentine's Dinner @ Melrose Vineyards | 5:30 - 8:30 PM | Link
• Valentine's Weekend Wine Tasting @ Southern Oregon Wine Institute - UCC | Feb 14 & 15 | 3 - 7 PM | Link
• Bullseyes & Bites @ The Blade Axe House | 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM | Link
• Scott Head LIVE at The Parrott House Valentine's Dinner | 5 - 10 PM | Link
• Live Music with Inoke - Melrose Vineyards Sweet as Candy Valentine's Day Dinner | 5:30 - 9 PM | Link
• Sweetheart Dinner & Dance w/ Eddy Ross Band - Myrtle Creek Elks Lodge | 5:30 - 9 PM | Link
• Hecktic Week LIVE at Lookingglass Brewery | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Camas Valley Grange - Sweethearts Valentine's Dance with live music by The Jerry Ashford Trio | 6 - 10 PM | Link
• Mike Frazier LIVE at the Rosebud | 6 - 10 PM | Link
• English/Scottish Country Dancing | 865 SE Court St in Roseburg | 6:15 - 8:30 PM | Link
• RUMORS - Cupid is Stupid w/ Uncle Luc | 9 PM - 2:30 AM | Link

Saturday, February 15th

• 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
• Valentine's Weekend Wine Tasting @ Southern Oregon Wine Institute - UCC | Feb 14 & 15 | 3 - 7 PM | Link
• Gun & Knife Show @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | Feb 15 & 16 | 9 AM - 5 PM | Link
• Rogue Snowmobilers - 3K Poker Run @ Diamond Lake Resort | Link
• Karaoke Night at Winston VFW | 5 - 9 PM | Link
• A Night of Love with New Age Phonograph and Love Notes at Urban Blendz | 6 - 10 PM | Link
• Rick Miller Band - Valentine Dance | 6 - 10 PM | Link
• Ri$ky LIVE at the Rosebud, with Alacrity, T.O.G., and DJ Cruk | 7 - 11 PM | Link
• LIVE Music Sat Nights! w Brian James and The Revival! | 9 PM - 12 AM | Link
• Live Music: Brian James & The Revival @​ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 9 PM - 12 AM

Sunday, February 16th

• Garden Valley Farmers Market | 11AM - 3PM
• Trivia @ JosephJane Winery | 2 PM | Link
• Gun & Knife Show @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | Feb 15 & 16 | 9 AM - 5 PM | Link
• Karaoke Night at The Wild Rose Saloon | 7 - 10 PM | Link
• Third Thursday BLUEGRASS Jam in Sutherlin (hosted by Oregon Bluegrass Association) | 1 - 4 PM | Link
• Live Music with Love Notes at Oran Mor | 3 - 5 PM | Link
• Bingo Fundraiser @ Roseburg Senior Center - Miss Douglas County Scholarship Program | 50/50 Raffle, Deserts for Sale, Cash and Other Prizes | 1614 SE Stephens | 2 - 5 PM

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

- The Roseburg Receiver Team