January 15, 2026

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

• Current Temp: 35° F
• Humidity: 96%
• Wind: 2 MPH NE
• Current Conditions: Mostly Cloudy / Fog
• Air Quality Index: 52
• Today's Forecast: High 47 | Low 33 | Partly Cloudy
• Sunrise: 7:43 AM | Sunset: 5:04 PM

FREEZING FOG ADVISORY THROUGH 12:00 P.M. THURSDAY

A Freezing Fog Advisory is in place through 12:00 p.m. Thursday for much of the region.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service in Medford said visibility of one quarter mile or less in freezing fog is expected.

The Advisory area includes central Douglas County, eastern Curry County and Josephine and Jackson counties.

Forecasters said low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.

AIR STAGNATION ADVISORY EXTENDED UNTIL 10:00 A.M. TUESDAY

An Air Stagnation Advisory has been extended until 10:00 a.m. Tuesday within the valleys of Douglas, Josephine and Jackson counties.

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

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.

Drivers should slow down and leave plenty of distance ahead of their vehicle.

ROSEBURG SCHOOLS/UCC PARTNERING ON EXPANDED HEALTHCARE PATHWAYS

The Roseburg Schools Board of Directors voted Wednesday night to approve a $2.5 million investment in partnership with Umpqua Community College to support the Welcome Center and Medical Careers Hub currently under construction on the UCC campus. A joint release said the investment reflects a broader community development effort to strengthen Douglas County’s economy, improve access to healthcare, and create clear, locally rooted pathways from education to family-wage careers.

The partnership is intended to support learning spaces and programming designed to serve Roseburg High School students pursuing healthcare career pathways. By expanding post-secondary opportunities close to home, the project aligns student success with regional workforce needs and long-term community health outcomes.

Both the UCC and Roseburg Schools Board of Directors voted unanimously to approve the 25-year agreement and programming commitment between the district and the college. The agreement recognizes the common goal to provide Roseburg High School students accelerated access to medical career pathways through instructional space incorporated into the UCC Welcome Center and Medical Careers Hub.

With parts of Douglas County designated as Health Professional Shortage Areas, local leaders say growing the healthcare workforce from within the community is essential to meeting current demand while ensuring sustainable care for the future.

Roseburg VA Health Care System Executive Director Patrick Hull and CHI Mercy Health President Russell Wooley both spoke in support of the partnership.

UCC President Dr. Rachel Pokrandt said, “This is more than a building; it’s a shared investment for our region’s future”. Dr. Pokrandt said, “By working together, we are strengthening the connection between education, workforce preparation, and the health of our community”.

Roseburg Schools Superintendent Jared Cordon said the investment builds on successful collaboration already underway between the district and college. Cordon said, “Our students are already completing college-level coursework and earning dual credits while still in high school”. Cordon said, “This project allows us to expand that success and open even more doors that lead directly to family-supporting wage careers and postsecondary education, right here in our community”.

WINSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT NAMES NICK MURTHA 2025 OFFICER OF THE YEAR

The Winston Police Department has announced that Officer Nick Murtha has been recognized as the 2025 Officer of the Year.

Police Chief Brandon Sarti said that Murtha was selected by department staff in recognition of his exceptional performance, dedication and professionalism throughout the year.

Chief Sarti said throughout 2025, Officer Murtha demonstrated an outstanding commitment to public safety. He made 220 arrests, representing 37 percent of all arrests within the department. Officer Murtha conducted 349 traffic stops, issued 117 traffic citations, and provided 149 traffic warnings. Chief Sarti said that reflects a proactive and consistent approach to traffic enforcement and community safety. In addition, Officer Murtha worked on 219 criminal investigations, and completed 264 written reports, demonstrating diligence, thoroughness, and attention to detail in his investigative work.

Chief Sarti said beyond his enforcement duties, Officer Murtha has taken on a leadership role in the department’s firearms training program. As an instructor, he has helped improve the quality of annual firearms training and has guided the sessions to ensure officers receive the highest standard of instruction and that the range operates at its best.

Fellow officers consistently describe Officer Murtha as a dependable team player who is always willing to assist others. He is widely respected for his strong work ethic, positive attitude, and the professionalism he brings to work each day.

Chief Sarti said Officer Murtha’s dedication to service, leadership by example and commitment to the community make him a valuable asset to the Winston Police Department and a deserving recipient of the 2025 Officer of the Year award.

CITY OF ROSEBURG BUILDINGS TO CLOSE FOR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY

City of Roseburg Buildings will be closed next Monday, January 19th for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

That means that Roseburg City Hall and the Public Safety Center, both on Southeast Douglas Avenue, the Roseburg Public Library on Northeast Diamond Lake Boulevard and other city buildings will not be open to the public. Police and firefighters will continue to provide public safety throughout the holiday.

The holiday honors the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr, the civil rights leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner. He was assassinated on April 4th, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee at age 39.

Lobbies at City Hall and the Public Safety Center are normally open on weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Roseburg Public Library is open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursdays and from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

For more information about the City of Roseburg, go to www.cityofroseburg.org.

MLK DAY OF SERVICE WITH RIVER CLEANUP ON MONDAY

For the MLK Day of Service on Monday, Umpqua Watersheds, the City of Roseburg Parks and Recreation Department and Thrive Umpqua will hold their annual River Restoration/Cleanup and Invasive Species Removal Event.

Participants will be:

• Removing invasive species and cleaning up trash at Charles Gardiner Park
• Removing trash from Stewart Park to the duck pond area
• Putting up informational signs at Eastwood Park and more

This year’s event is again part of Thrive Umpqua’s Community Well-Being Challenge – an annual free, community-wide initiative designed to enhance well-being of residents in the Umpqua Valley.

Those helping should plan to gather at the Stewart Park Pavillion at 9:00 a.m. Volunteers will receive trash bags, supplies, tools, and instructions. Snacks will be available. Participants should bring food, water and weather-appropriate clothing.

For more information contact Umpqua Watershed at: julie@umpquawatersheds.org or call 672-7065.

YOUTH ORCHESTRA TO PERFORM WINTER CONCERT ON JANUARY 20TH

The Umpqua Valley Youth Orchestra will perform a Winter Concert on Tuesday night, January 20th at 7:00 p.m. in Jacoby Auditorium at Umpqua Community College. Over 120 local musicians will be on stage over the course of the evening. Musical selections will include Passacaglia, Ashokan Farewell featuring Raelly Jordan on violin, Forrest Gump, and the London Symphony No. 104.

The concert is free with donations being accepted. For more information about the Umpqua Valley Youth Orchestra, call 643-5035.

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

Monday, January 12th

• 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
• Open Mic Night at Little Brothers Pub, hosted by Benjammin' | 6 - 9 PM | Link

Tuesday, January 13th

• 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: Mark Malefyt @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Vine Katz Duo Sings Jazz at Abacela | 2 - 4 PM | Link

Wednesday, January 14th

• 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.
• Line Dancing at Canyon Creek Tavern | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Live Music: Patterns Fly @ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 10 PM

Thursday, January 15th

• 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
• All Age Karaoke Night at Urban NY Pizza & Grill | 7 - 9 PM | Link

Friday, January 16th

• 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
• Cooking Class: Wayne's Famous Bratwurst @ Melrose Vineyards | 5:30 - 8 PM | Link
• The Ashes LIVE at Elements, Seven Feathers Casino | 9 PM - 1 AM | Link
• Art & Wine Tasting Events Mindpower Gallery | 4 - 7 PM | 517 Fir Ave (Hwy 38) Reedsport | Link
• Live Music: TOB (That Other Band) @ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 9:30 PM

Saturday, January 17th

• 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
• Karaoke Night with KJ Stone | 7 - 11 PM | Link
• Borrowed Time LIVE at Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 8 PM - 12 AM | Link
• The Ashes LIVE at Elements, Seven Feathers Casino | 9 PM - 1 AM | Link
• Live Music: Rosemary Walks, Caeli Barnhart @ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 10 PM
• Live Music: Bekkah McCalvage @ Two Shy Brewing | 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Sunday, January 18th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Brix Bar and Grill | Every Sunday | 6 - 8 PM
• Open-Mic Night @ The Rosebud Theatre | 4 - 8 PM | Link
• Live Music: Chrysalis Sisters @ Melrose Vineyards | 3 - 5 PM | Link
• Third Sunday BLUEGRASS Jam from 1 – 4 pm at Sutherlin Senior Center | 1 - 4 PM | Link
• DJ Trivia at Elements Lounge, Seven Feathers Casino | 7 - 8 PM | Link
• Jackpot Bingo @ Lookingglass Brewery | 11 AM - 1 PM

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