January 16, 2025

The Roseburg Receiver Morning Scoop

January 16, 2025

Good morning Douglas County! Happy Thursday! 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: 98%
  • Wind: 0 MPH
  • Current Conditions: Fog
  • Air Quality Index: 29
  • Today's Forecast: High 47 | Low 35
  • Yesterday's Rain Levels (January 15th): 0.00 Inches
  • January's Monthly Rainfall: 1.78 inches

Roseburg Area Morning News


AIR STAGNATION ADVISORY EXTENDED THORUGH 12:00 P.M. FRIDAY

KQEN News Radio

An Air Stagnation Advisory has been extended through 12:00 p.m. Friday for much of southern Oregon.

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

The Advisory area includes central Douglas County, Jackson and Josephine counties and eastern Curry County. It applies to the cities of Roseburg, Grants Pass, Medford and Cave Junction along with surrounding locations.

Moderate air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems.

Strong valley inversions, very shallow mixing layers of less than 1,000 feet, and calm winds are expected, especially during the overnight and morning hours. A weak front Thursday night into Friday may allow for a brief period of improved mixing and particulate dispersion.

State air quality agencies highly recommend that no outdoor burning occurs and that residential wood burning devices be limited as much as possible.

DENSE FOG ADVISORY THORUGH 10:00 A.M. THURSDAY MORNING

KQEN News Radio

A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect through 10:00 a.m. Thursday for central Douglas County.

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

The Advisory area is for valley locations including Roseburg, Sutherlin, Elkton, Camas Valley, Glendale and surrounding areas.

Motorists should slow down, use their headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of their vehicle.

ROSEBURG TEACHER RECEIVING PRESIDENTIAL AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE

KQEN News Radio

A Roseburg teacher is receiving a national honor.

The White House has named Emily Lazur as a recipient of the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. PAEMST are the nation’s highest honors for teachers of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Lazur has 15 years of education experience and has taught at Hucrest Elementary School for the past ten years. She currently teaches second graders across all subjects.

A release from the National Science Foundation said Lazur and others honored will receive $10,000 from the organization, a certificate signed by the President, a trip to Washington D.C. to celebrate her accomplishments and she will join a prestigious cadre of more than 5,200 teacher-alumni from across the nation. While the group is in Washington D.C., they will participate in professional development activities and network with fellow STEM educators from around the U.S.

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

KQEN News Radio

City of Roseburg building will be closed on Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

A city release said that means that City Hall, the Public Safety Center, Roseburg Public Library and other buildings will not be open to the public. Police and firefighters will continue to provide public safety throughout the holiday.

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

Lobbies at City Hall and the Public Safety Center, both on Southeast Douglas Avenue, are normally open weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Roseburg Public Library on Northeast Diamond Lake Boulevard is open Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

HUMAN TRAFFICKING TASK FORCE WITH MYRTLE CREEK EVENT

KQEN News Radio

The Douglas County Human Trafficking Task Force will have a special community event in Myrtle Creek next week as part of Human Trafficking Awareness Month.

A presentation titled Teens, Trafficking & Online Predators will feature Myrtle Creek Police Detective Kevin Taggart and other members of the task force. It will be held on Wednesday, January 23rd from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Coffenberry Middle School on Rice Street.

Violence Prevention Program Manager Marion Pearson said 1 in 3 minors report having sexual interactions with someone they didn’t know one line. Pearson said more that half of minors report having a potentially harmful online experience.
Attendees will learn about:

  • The grooming process
  • Red flags & indicators
  • Risk Factors
  • Local information and case studies

The event is free. Parental discretion is advised for children ages 12 and under due to the sensitive topic.

For more information on the Douglas County Human Trafficking Task Force, go to: https://endtraffickingdouglascounty.org/

EXTENSION SERVICE WITH WORKSHOP ON PUBLIC SPEAKING FOR YOUNG PEOPLE

KQEN News Radio

The Oregon State University Extension Service in Douglas County will have a one-day workshop for young people to learn public speaking and presentation techniques.

An extension release said the workshop will be held on Monday, February 3rd from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the extension office on Southeast Douglas Avenue, just east of the courthouse.

Designed for youth from ages 9 to 19, this class will touch on things like poise when speaking, voice, tone, and much more. Attending the workshop will help equip any youth member with tools to gain confidence in their speaking abilities, whether it is for competition or speaking with others.

The class is free, but registration is required by January 29th. For more information or to register online, go to: https://beav.es/czu or call 672-4461.

HOYLE APPLAUDS PASSAGE OF HER POWER ACT IN THE HOUSE

KQEN News Radio

On Wednesday, 4th District U.S. Representative Val Hoyle applauded the passage of legislation she said will make it easier to rebuild the power grid after major disasters and will make the grid more efficient as well.

The Promoting Opportunities to Widen Electrical Resilience Act was authored by Hoyle and Republican Representative Mike Zell of Mississippi.
Hoyle’s release said the bill would provide more tools for not-for-profit electric utilities to invest in long-term hazard mitigation and grid resilience solutions while rebuilding infrastructure after a major disaster.

Hoyle said, “As weather events become increasingly severe and common, we must do more to better prepare for the next disaster”. Hoyle said, “My bill gives electric utilities more tools to rebuild for resilience after a major disaster, reducing the risk of future power outages that harm public safety and local economies”. Hoyle thanked Representative Ezell for his partnership and said she would work with her Senate colleagues to get this legislation signed into law.

Read the full text of the bill at: https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr164/BILLS-119hr164ih.pdf

Roseburg Area Upcoming Events


Each day, there will likely be new events posted for the week. Keep reading the morning scoop every day!

Limited Time Events

  • Quilts & Christmas Exhibit @ Douglas County Museum | December 3rd - February 28th @ 10AM - 5PM | Link
  • Sarah Nguyen: “Waiting for the Sun” @ Whipple Fine Arts Center | January 6th - February 5th | 10AM - 5PM | Link
  • Oregon State Snowmobile Convention | January 16th - 18th | Diamond Lake Resort | Link
  • Opening Reception: "subject: A show about humans, interactions, bodies, relation, and memory" @ Umpqua Valley Arts | January 17 - March 14 | 4 - 7 PM | Link

Monday, January 13th

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

Tuesday, January 14th

  • 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
  • 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
  • Dylan James Clark LIVE at Lamplighter Cafe & Lounge | 6 - 8 PM | Link
  • Erik & Cristina LIVE at Two Shy Brewing - Roseburg | 6 - 8 PM | Link

Wednesday, January 15th

  • DJ Trivia @ Backside Brewing Co. | 6 - 7:30 PM
  • Karaoke/Open Mic Night @ Idle Hour Tavern | 9 - 12:30 PM
  • 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 Winston VFW | 5 - 9 PM | Link
  • Dylan James Clark LIVE at Two Shy Brewing - Roseburg | 6 - 8 PM | Link

Thursday, January 16th

  • 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
  • Karaoke Night at Winston VFW | 5 - 9 PM | Link
  • DCMA Presents: The Eli Hansen Quartet at The Rosebud | 6:30 - 10 PM | Link
  • Draper Jam Night | 8 - 11:30 PM | Link
  • Celtic Jam Night @ Oran Mor | 5 - 8 PM | Link

Friday, January 17th

  • 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 - 7:30 PM | Link
  • Walk-In Wine Tasting @ The Wine Destination | 4 - 7 PM | Link
  • Community Clothing Swap at The Hive | 5 - 9 PM | Link
  • Traditional Lion Dancers - Celebrate Chinese New Year | Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 5 - 9 PM | Link
  • Timberwolf LIVE at The Winston VFW | 6 - 10 PM | Link
  • English/Scottish Country Dancing | 865 SE Court St in Roseburg | 6:15 - 8:30 PM | Link
  • Chophouse Presents: Hip-Hop at the Rosebud featuring: Alacrity, T.O.G., Cruk | 7 - 11 PM | Link

Saturday, January 18th

  • 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
  • Challenge of the Champions Bullriding @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | 6PM | Link
  • Misery Whip, Boltcutter, Tolls, Oddities, Breakneck Flow LIVE at The Rosebud | 6 - 10 PM | Link
  • Red Rock LIVE at Sutherlin Eagles | 6 - 10 PM | Link
  • Dylan James Clark LIVE at Two Shy Brewing - Roseburg | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | Link
  • Live Music: Coupe De Ville @​ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 9 PM

Sunday, January 19th

  • Garden Valley Farmers Market | 11AM - 3PM
  • Vine Katz LIVE at JosephJane Winery | 2 - 4 PM | Link

HAVE AN EVENT? TELL US AND WE WILL POST IT FOR FREE!

The Roseburg Receiver Updates


  • We are now at 11,860 members!!! Thank you all so much for being here!
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How to Contribute


We welcome all volunteers to share local events and incidents through our Facebook group. Whether you've witnessed something directly or received credible information, your contributions help keep our community informed and aware.

We encourage you to share relevant details and photos when appropriate. However, please note two important guidelines:

  1. Maintain privacy by excluding any personal or identifying information
  2. Ensure your own safety first - never attempt to post while driving

Your participation strengthens our community network, and your adherence to these guidelines helps keep everyone safe. Thank you for being part of our volunteer reporting team. If you have questions or want to participate as an author for our roseburgscanner.com website, please email community@roseburgscanner.com.

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

- The Roseburg Receiver Team