Good morning Douglas County! Happy Wednesday! 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: 35°F
• Humidity: 97%
• Wind: 0 MPH
• Current Conditions: Foggy
• Air Quality Index: 30
• Today's Forecast: High 69 | Low 35
• Yesterday's Rain Levels (February 25th): 0.05 Inches
• February's Monthly Rainfall: 3.26 inches

Roseburg Area Morning News

ABOVE NORMAL TEMPERATURES, NEAR RECORD HIGHS WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY

KQEN News Radio

The Umpqua Valley will see above normal temperatures for the next few days with near record highs possible on Thursday and Friday.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service in Medford told News Radio 93-9 FM and 1240 KQEN that the sunny conditions will mean afternoon temperatures about 10 degrees above normal for late February.

Wednesday’s record high temperature for the Roseburg Regional Airport is 79 degrees, set in 1932. On Thursday the record high is 69 degrees, which was set in 1938. Friday’s record is 71 degrees, set in 1934. Forecast highs for Thursday and Friday in Roseburg are just a couple of degrees below the record for the date.

Cooler temperatures and some rain are expected for the weekend.

5TH WHEEL A TOTAL LOSS FOLLOWING POWER OUTAGE RELATED FIRE

KQEN News Radio

A 5th wheel is a total loss following a power outage related fire on Monday.

An update from Central Douglas Fire & Rescue said just after 12:30 p.m. crews were dispatched to a power pole transformer blown from a downed tree. Battalion Chief Nick Wecks said firefighters responded and found that a 5th wheel trailer was now on fire.

Wecks said a tree had fallen through power lines onto the trailer. The first arriving engine reported a fully involved travel trailer with multiple structures threatened. Heavy winds were reported, along with additional hazards from overhead power lines.

Wecks said an efficient response contained the fire to the 5th wheel and prevented it from spreading to multiple exposures. The 5th wheel suffered significant damage and is uninhabitable. No injuries were reported by the resident or firefighters working at the scene.

CDF&R responded to the incident with three fire engines and one command unit, totaling eight personnel. The Winston Police Department, Umpqua Valley Ambulance, Pacific Power and the American Red Cross assisted crews and the resident at the scene.

AUGUST DATA BREACH IMPACTS SOME CITY OF ROSEBURG RESIDENTS

KQEN News Radio

An August 2024 data breach has impacted some City of Roseburg residents.

Information from city staff provided to News Radio 93-9 FM and 1240 KQEN said a notice of the incident was sent to potentially affected individuals, providing resources to assist them.

According to the notice, the city government experienced a network disruption on August 4th and immediately initiated an investigation of the matter. A forensic investigation conducted bv independent cybersecurity experts determined that certain data may have been accessed or acquired without authorization. As a result, the city launched a comprehensive review of the potentially affected individuals in preparation for notification. Those efforts concluded on January 6th, at which time the city worked to facilitate direct written notification.

The city’s notice said based on the investigation, the affected information may have included individual’s names, date of birth, Social Security number, driver’s license or state identification card, health insurance information, passport number, payment card information, taxpayer identification number and more. Written notice of the incident to potentially affected individuals was provided on February 14th, according to the city.

A toll-free call center to answer questions and address related concerns about the incident is in operation. Representatives are available on weekdays from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. by calling 877-740-8395.

The City of Roseburg has not provided an estimate of how many people were potentially affected by the situation.

CITY OF MYRTLE CREEK ANNOUNCES PUBLIC MEETINGS FOR MARCH

KQEN News Radio

The City of Myrtle Creek has announced its public meetings for March.

• The city council will meet on March 4th and March 18th
• The code review board will hold a meeting on March 10th and March 24th
• The park commission meeting is March 11th
• The planning commission will meet on March 25th

The code review board meeting begins at 5:00 p.m. while all other meetings start at 5:30 p.m. All meetings are held in the city council chambers on Northwest Pleasant Street.

For more information about the City of Myrtle Creek, go to: https://cityofmyrtlecreek.com/

CHI MERCY HEALTH RECOGNIZED BY CHARTIS AS A TOP 100 RURAL HOSPITAL

KQEN News Radio

On Tuesday, CHI Mercy Health in Roseburg announced that it has been named among the 2025 Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals by the Chartis Center for Rural Health.

A Mercy release said the Chartis annual Top 100 award program honors outstanding performance among the nation’s rural hospitals based on the results of the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX.

CHI Mercy Health President Russell Wooley said, “CHI Mercy Health is so proud of the efforts of our staff, physicians, and volunteers who have contributed to our hospital achieving this Top 100 designation”. Wooley said, “We are one of two hospitals in Oregon that received this distinct honor, and it speaks volumes to our team’s focus on patient care and serving our community”.

The Chartis Center for Rural Health Executive Director Michael Topchik said, “The Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals award program elevates the very best performers and helps create a roadmap for those seeking to improve financial and operational performance while continuing to care for the communities they serve” Topchick said, “This is our 10th year recognizing the Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals and we’re thrilled to be able to celebrate this milestone with this year’s winners”.

The release said the INDEX is the industry’s most comprehensive and objective assessment of rural hospital performance. Leveraging publicly available data, the INDEX is utilized nationwide by rural hospitals, health systems with rural affiliates, hospital associations, and state offices of rural health to measure and monitor performance across a variety of areas impacting hospital operations and finance.

4-H BLOOMING WITH CREATIVITY WORKSHOP

KQEN News Radio

4-H youth ages 9-19 are invited to a one-day sign painting workshop.

Oregon State University Extension Service 4-H is hosting this evening on Wednesday, March 26th from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with a second class from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. They will be held at the Create & Sip Studio, on Southeast Douglas Avenue, across from the Douglas County Courthouse.

Students who are feeling crafty or want to level up their skills are invited to tap into their creative side with Douglas County 4-H. Sessions are offered to 4-H members. Space is limited and registration is required by March 21st. The cost is $25 per youth per session.

For more information and to register online, go to: https://beav.es.czu or call 672-4461.

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
• "FAB FEB" Mat Pilates @ Body Balance Yoga Center | February 4th - 25th on Tuesdays | 12 - 1 PM | Link

Monday, February 24th

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

Tuesday, February 25th

• 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
• "FAB FEB" Mat Pilates @ Body Balance Yoga Center | February 4th - 25th on Tuesdays | 12 - 1 PM | Link
• Opening Reception: "subject: A show about humans, interactions, bodies, relation, and memory" @ Umpqua Valley Arts | January 17 - March 14 | 4 - 7 PM | Link
• Dylan James Clark LIVE at Lamplighter Cafe & Lounge | 6 - 8 PM | Link

Wednesday, February 26th

• 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.
• All Abilities Karaoke at Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 1:30 - 4 :00 PM | Link
• Karaoke Night at The Wild Rose Saloon | 7 - 10 PM | Link

Thursday, February 27th

• 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
• Southern Oregon Wine Institute Tasting @ The Wine Destination | 5 - 7 PM | Link
• Vision Board Workshop @ Better Together | 6 PM | Link
• Nathaniel Greene Presents: COMEDY at the Rosebud featuring: Adam Pasi, Ben Harkins | 6 - 9 PM | Link
• Draper Jam Night | 8 - 11:30 PM | Link

Friday, February 28th

• 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.
• Supper Club Dinner @ Melrose Vineyards | 5:30 - 8:30 PM | Link
• Bullseyes & Bites @ The Blade Axe House | 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM | Link
• 2025 Home & Garden Show @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | Link
• Acoustic Blend LIVE at Lookingglass Brewery | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• English/Scottish Country Dancing | 6:15 - 8:30 PM | Link
• Daniel Nickels Band LIVE at The Rosebud | 7 - 20 PM | Link
• Live Music: Brian Dean @​ Little Brothers Pub | 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Saturday, March 1st

• 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
• Karaoke Night at Winston VFW | 5 - 9 PM | Link
• Country Night @ Backside Brewing Co. | 5 - 11 PM | Link
• Sip, Shop, & Sample @ The Wine Destination | 1 - 4 PM | Link
• Umpqua Symphony Assoc. Concerts & Season Tickets 2024-2025 | 3 PM | Link
• 2025 Home & Garden Show @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | Link
• Umpqua Symphony Association presents The Poulenc Trio | 3 - 5:30 PM | Link
• Alder Street LIVE at The Rosebud | 7 - 10:30 PM | Link
• Daniel Nickels Band LIVE at Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 9 PM - 12 AM | Link
• Live Music: Twisted Pick @​ Two Shy Brewing | 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Sunday, March 2nd

• Garden Valley Farmers Market | 11AM - 3PM
• Karaoke Night at The Wild Rose Saloon | 7 - 10 PM | Link
• 2025 Home & Garden Show @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | Link
• Live Music: Cover Culture @​ JosephJane Winery | 2 - 4 PM | Link

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

- The Roseburg Receiver Team