February 2, 2026

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

• Current Temp: 38° F
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• Today's Forecast: High 55 | Low 36 | Partly Cloudy
• Sunrise: 7:28 AM | Sunset: 5:27 PM

The 15th annual EMPOWER Dance & Vocal Fundraising Event will take place later this month in Douglas County, supporting services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence through Peace at Home.

The main event is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 28 at 5:30 p.m. at Seven Feathers Casino Resort. The program will feature dance and vocal performances by local participants focused on themes of empowerment, resilience, and community strength.

Peace at Home reports serving more than 1,200 survivors in Douglas County each year through advocacy, education, and prevention services.

This year’s fundraiser includes a $25,000 donation match provided through the Crane Creek Family Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation. The match applies to donations committed during the event’s paddle raise.

A pre-show event is also planned for Feb. 21 at 5:30 p.m. at the Winston Community Center, offering an additional opportunity for community members to attend performances connected to the fundraiser.

The Feb. 28 event will include a buffet dinner, live performances, honorary advocate awards, and dancing following the program. Attendance is limited to guests 21 and older, and cocktail attire is encouraged.

🎟 Tickets, Donations, and Voting

Tickets, donations, and event voting are available through the official event page:
https://peaceathome.ejoinme.org/2026EMPOWERGUEST

This year marks the 15th EMPOWER Dance & Vocal Fundraising Event supporting services for survivors in Douglas County.

A community fundraiser supporting children in foster care is coming to Roseburg next week as CASA of Douglas County partners with Two Shy Brewing for a special Brew Change for CASA event.

The fundraiser will take place on February 3 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Two Shy Brewing, located at 1308 NW Park Street in Roseburg. The evening will feature designated benefit brews, a raffle, and opportunities for community members to learn more about CASA’s work advocating for children who have experienced abuse or neglect.

During the event, patrons can order from three selected Benefit Brews, with 50 percent of proceeds from those beverages donated directly to CASA of Douglas County. The benefit beer lineup includes:

• Skinny Summer Tangerine Peach Hefeweizen
• Worth The Wait IPA
• Reformation Red (Irish Red)

In addition to enjoying locally crafted beverages, attendees can participate in a raffle and connect with CASA volunteers and staff, who will be on-site to share information about becoming an advocate and supporting children in foster care.

CASA of Douglas County trains volunteers to serve as Court Appointed Special Advocates, giving children in the foster system a consistent voice and support through complex legal and personal challenges. Organizers say community events like Brew Change for CASA help raise both funds and awareness for the program’s mission.

Community members are encouraged to stop by, learn more about CASA’s impact, and enjoy an evening out while supporting local children in need.

• Event info: https://www.facebook.com/share/17AFNyfa37/
• Learn more about CASA of Douglas County: https://casaofdouglascounty.org/

Roseburg Towing LLC has long been a trusted part of the Douglas County community, and recently that trust was made official - voted the #1 Best Towing Company by local residents for the 2025 Readers' Choice Award. The team extends a heartfelt thank-you to everyone who voted and continues to rely on their services.

Located at 1890 NE Stephens Street in Roseburg, Roseburg Towing has provided 24/7 roadside assistance and professional towing services for more than 50 years. The company’s long-standing presence reflects decades of consistent service, responsiveness, and community support.

Family owned and operated, the business emphasizes professionalism and skill throughout every part of its operation. All drivers are certified, background checked, drug tested, and uniformed, ensuring that residents receive dependable assistance whether they’re facing a flat tire, battery issue, lockout, or need full vehicle recovery.

The services offered go well beyond basic towing. In addition to light and heavy duty towing, the company provides:

• 24/7 roadside assistance and emergency support
• Battery jump starts and fuel delivery
• Lockout help
• Tire changing services
• Accident scene assistance
• Motorcycle, trailer, and motorhome towing
  Their fleet includes specialized equipment designed to handle a broad range of vehicles and scenarios across Douglas County and beyond.

Customers consistently praise the team for quick response times and courteous service, noting how professional and helpful drivers are during stressful moments. Community members highlight fairness, comfort, and reliability when recounting their experiences.

For Roseburg Towing LLC, the recognition reflects the strong relationship they have built with the community over the years. The team shared their appreciation for the continued support and says they look forward to serving Douglas County drivers for many years to come.

The Winston City Council meeting scheduled for Monday night has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items however the scheduled workshop will still take place.

City Manager Thomas McIntosh said at 6:00 p.m. the council will be looking at the last five budget cycles and discussing the budgetary patterns that may help assist them in decision making for the next fiscal cycle. McIntosh said in addition, the workshop will be a good refresher course for the council, just prior to moving into the budgeting process.

Chief of Police Brandon Sarti and Public Works Superintendent Andy Howell will assist McIntosh in leading the workshop.

The meeting will be held in the council chambers on Northwest Douglas Boulevard.

For more information on the City of Winston, go to: https://winstoncity.org/

The 2026 Roseburg Recreation Guide is now available online, with information on programs, events, and local organizations that are offering activities to get people out of the house this winter, and throughout the year.

A city release said Roseburg Parks and Recreation staff produce the colorful digital guide each year to introduce residents to the range of sports and fitness programs, special events, hobby groups, and other fun that is offered in the community.

Inside the 37-page guide, residents can find a comprehensive list of more than 100 local recreation providers, artists, guilds and clubs – from beekeeping, bicycling and amateur radio to hiking, weaving and stargazing.

Plus learn about Parks and Recreation sponsored activities that are coming up – starting with the Discover Roseburg 15 Land of Umpqua Geocache Series kick-off event planned for this Saturday.

The guide also provides information about the free city sponsored “Movies in the Park” series, plus sports and fitness programs including women’s golf, yoga, and Zumba that will be offered this summer in Stewart Park.

Read through the guide which is available at: https://roseburgor.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/links

The Douglas County Human Trafficking Task Force has its Student Creator Project beginning on Tuesday.

Designed for students ages 14-18, attendees will learn about acting and directing, using story boards, makeup FX, films and editing and related topics. They will be involved in creating public service announcements that will play on the big screen and on social media.

Workshops will be held on February 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. They will take place at the Lotus Media building, which includes The News Review, at 345 Northeast Winchester Street near downtown Roseburg. The filming day will be February 28th.

For more information, send an email to: studentcreatorproject@gmail.com

Partner organizations for the Student Creator Project include the Up2USNow Child Abuse Prevention Coalition, CHI Mercy Health Mercy Foundation, Douglas Public Health Network and Spiderking Studios.

The SMART Reading program has volunteer opportunities in the Umpqua Valley.

In the midst of its 34th year, SMART is seeking people to read with local students weekly during the current school year.

A site coordinator is needed for the Glide UCAN Preschool Promise program. A reader is needed for that program as well. A reader is also being sought for the South Umpqua UCAN Head Start program.

For more information on volunteering with SMART, go to www.smartreading.org or call the Roseburg office of SMART at 672-6477.

Adapt Integrated Health Care’s Prevention and Education program has announced the return of Art of Prevention.

An Adapt release said it is an annual youth art contest centered on prevention, creativity and youth voices.

The Art of Prevention provides Douglas County youth with an opportunity to explore topics such as substance misuse, suicide and self-harm, program gambling or gaming, and resilience through artwork using the medium of their choice. For many young people, art offers a meaningful way to express thoughts and emotions that can be difficult to put into words. The artwork created through this contest not only supports personal reflection and healing but also helps spark conversations and spreads prevention messages throughout schools, families, and the broader community.

Youth in grades 6-12 who live or attend school in Douglas County are eligible to participate and may submit up to three pieces of original artwork. Submissions also must include a clear prevention or resilience-focused message and be received by the contest deadline of April 10th to be eligible for judging. Gift card prizes will be awarded for first, second and their place, based on creativity and the strength of the prevention message.

All submitted artwork will be showcased at the Art of Prevention Art Show on Wednesday, May 13th from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Winston Community Center.

Get more information on the prevention page at: www.adaptoregon.org

Limited Time Events

• In Studio Classes @ Create & Sip Studio | January 8 - May 17th | Every Week on Wed - Sun
• "Shifting Landscapes" + Add'l Exhibits @ Umpqua Valley Arts | January 9 - March 6 | Every week Tuesday - Friday | 10 AM - 6 PM | Link
• Sweeney Todd @ Umpqua Actors Community Theatre (UACT) | Jan 30 - 31, Feb 1, 5-8, 12-15 | 7 PM | Link
• “The Power of Place,” Photography Exhibit @ Roseburg Public Library | Jan 15 - Feb 19 | Tuesday - Saturday
• 30th Annual Sportsmen's & Outdoor Recreation Show @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | Feb 6-8 | 12 -7 PM | Link

Monday, February 2nd

• DJ Trivia Night @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7PM
• Open Mic Night @ Little Brothers Pub | 6 - 8 PM
• Live Music: Erik Schnautz @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8 PM | Link

Tuesday, February 3rd

• 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
• All Ages Jazz Jam @ North Forty Beer Company | 5 - 7:30 PM | Link

Wednesday, February 4th

• 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, February 5th

• 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

Friday, February 6th

• 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
• 30th Annual Sportsmen's & Outdoor Recreation Show @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | Feb 6-8 | 12 -7 PM | Link
• Live Music: The Brothers Reed @ North Forty Beer Company | 8 - 10 PM | Link
• Traditional Lion Dancers @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 5 - 9:30 PM | Link

Saturday, February 7th

• 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
• 30th Annual Sportsmen's & Outdoor Recreation Show @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | Feb 6-8 | 12 -7 PM | Link
• Discover Roseburg 15 - Land of Umpqua Geocache Kickoff Event | 9 AM - 2 PM | Link
• Live Music: The Fabulous Del Montes @ North Forty Beer Co. | 6 PM | Link
• Wine & Caramel Pairing @ Cooper Ridge Vineyard | 12 - 5 PM | Link

Sunday, February 8th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Brix Bar and Grill | Every Sunday | 6 - 8 PM
• 30th Annual Sportsmen's & Outdoor Recreation Show @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | Feb 6-8 | 12 -7 PM | Link
• Live Music: Cover Culture @ Melrose Vineyards | 3 - 5 PM | Link
• Super Party @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 2 - 7 PM | Link

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

- The Roseburg Receiver Team