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: 39°F
• Humidity: 99%
• Wind: 0 MPH
• Current Conditions: Fog
• Air Quality Index: 27
• Today's Forecast: High 49 | Low 35
• Yesterday's Rain Levels (January 7th): 0.00 Inches
• January's Monthly Rainfall: 1.45 inches

Roseburg Area Morning News

AIR STAGNATION ADVISORY CONTINUES THROUGH NOON FRIDAY

KQEN News Radio

An Air Stagnation Advisory remains in effect through 12:00 p.m. Friday for much of southern Oregon.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service said strong valley inversions will result in weak winds, and poor mixing and ventilation. This will lead to stagnant air conditions that will trap pollutants near the surface.

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

Forecasters said poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems.

CREWS RESPOND TO OVERNIGHT FIRE AT C&D LUMBER IN RIDDLE

KQEN News Radio

Crews with the Riddle Fire Protection District responded to a fire at C&D Lumber in Riddle at approximately 12:30 a.m. Tuesday.

Fire Chief Devin Loughridge said first-arriving resources reported the whole end of one of the buildings was on fire with extension to much of the structure. Loughridge said both the first and second story of the building were involved. Suppression efforts were hampered by the building being partially demolished with the stability of the structure being unknown.

Loughridge said after several hours, the final resources cleared the scene. The cause of the fire was smoldering embers from a cutting torch that had not been extinguished.

RFPD was assisted by Tri City Fire, Myrtle Creek Fire, South Umpqua Fire, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Pacific Power and Avista Gas. 19 firefighters were on scene.

UMPQUA NATIONAL FOREST TO HOST MEETING ON AMENDMENT FOR FOREST PLAN

KQEN News Radio

The Umpqua National Forest will host a community meeting to share information about proposed changes to the Northwest Forest Plan.

A UNF release said the public is invited to attend and learn more about the Draft Environmental Statement.
The meeting will be January 28th in the Ford Room at the Roseburg Public Library, on Northeast Diamond Lake Boulevard. It will run from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

The Northwest Forest Plan was created in 1994 to conserve habitat for wildlife and forests while supporting local communities. After 30 years, the Forest Service is amending the plan to address today’s challenges, including wildfire risks and economic needs.
The Draft Environmental Impact Statement explains the proposed changes and is open for public comment until March 17th. The release said some of the key focuses of the updated plan include:

• Reducing wildfire risks to communities and forests
• Supporting local economies with sustainable timber and restoration work
• Adapting to changing climate to increase resiliency to extreme weather events, like drought and wildfire
• Honoring trust responsibilities to tribal governments and communities by including them in land management planning and implementing forest management practices

At the meeting, residents can talk directly with Forest Service staff and experts who worked on the plan, look at detailed maps of the area and proposed updates, pick up fact sheets to take home and learn how to share thoughts during the public comment period.

For more information, email the team directly at: SM.FS.NWFPquestion@usda.gov.

SHERM’S THUNDERBIRD TO DONATE SEMI-TRUCK OF FOOD TO FEEDING UMPQUA

KQEN News Radio

Sherm’s Thunderbird Market will donate a semi-truck load of food to Feeding Umpqua on Friday.

A release said Steve Olsrud, co-owner of Sherm’s Thunderbird and Food for Less Markets, will accompany one of their trucks at 11:00 a.m. as they continue their annual tradition. Last year’s trailer truck contained 29,864 pounds of food.

This year marks the 19th year that Sherm’s has donated to the program. Since that time, the company has donated over 530,000 pounds of food. Feeding Umpqua Manager Sarah McGregor said, “We are so grateful for the Olsrud family’s continued support and generosity. Sherm’s has been such an incredible partner in the fight against hunger”. McGregor said, “This incredible donation will support our continued work providing emergency food to our network of 16 emergency food pantries throughout Douglas County and the patrons they serve”.

The release said the donation could not have come at a better time, as more people are accessing food now than since Sherm’s started donating in 2006. McGregor said, “Together we are fighting hunger and feeding hope”.

ROUNDING THIRD OPENS AT UACT IN FEBRUARY

KQEN News Radio

Umpqua Actors Community Theatre is presenting a baseball comedy in February which is called Rounding Third.

In this comedy, two Little League coaches form an uneasy alliance for the benefit of the team. A season of victories and defeats forces the two mean to battle over how to lead the team. The audience becomes the team as the coaches speak directly to them about competition, character, punctuality, and the importance of wearing the right equipment. Out of these conflicting philosophies on coaching, the real issues of the play emerge: How should we raise our children?

Rounding Third is a two-person show with Bob Moreland and Brian Prawitz.

It will be on stage February 6th through the 23rd. Tickets go on sale this Friday and can be purchased at www.uact-theatre.com or by calling 673-2125. Tickets are $17 for adults.

The production is recommended for audiences age 13 and older, due to mild language.

BLM APPROVES UPDATED CASCADE-SISKIYOU NATIONAL MONUMENT PLAN

KQEN News Radio

On Tuesday, the Bureau of Land Management issued its approved resource management plan and Record of Decision for the Cascade Siskiyou National Monument.

A BLM release said this will guide management of the monument’s 113,500 acres in southwestern Oregon to protect its biodiversity and important historic resources for public access and recreational opportunities.

Cascade Siskiyou National Monument was established by Presidential Proclamation in 2000 and expanded by another Presidential Proclamation in 2017. The area provides habitat for an array of rate plant and animal species across its three ecoregions: Cascade, Klamath and Siskiyou. This includes ancient sugar and ponderosa pine, rock buckwheat, tall bugbane, the threatened northern spotted owl, endangered gray wolves, Lost River sucker and more. Native American occupancy of the area dates back thousands of years and the monument is home to exceptional natural features, including Pilot Rock.

Roseburg Area Upcoming Events

Limited Time Events

• Quilts & Christmas Exhibit @ Douglas County Museum | December 3rd - February 28th @ 10AM - 5PM | Link

Monday, January 6th

• 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 in Sutherlin | 6 - 8 PM

Tuesday, January 7th

• 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
• Love Craft Collective Presents: When The Broken Burn & Within Caskets | The Hive @ 753 SE Main St in Roseburg | 7 - 10PM | Link

Wednesday, January 8th

• 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
• UUUC presents Positive! Open Mic in Roseburg - (Second Wed. of Each Month) | 6:30 - 8PM | Link
• Love Craft Collective Presents: Brace Yourself | The Hive @ 753 SE Main St in Roseburg | 7 - 10 PM | Link

Thursday, January 9th

• 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
• Steve Drizos / James & the Lost Dogs @ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 - 11PM | Link
• Karaoke Night at Winston VFW | 5 - 9PM | Link
• Oran Mor Artisan Mead monthly open mic night (2nd Thursday of every month) | 5:30 - 9PM | Link
• Draper Jam Night @ Draper Brewing | 8 - 11:30PM | Link
• Umpqua Valley Fly Fisher's Meeting | Roseburg Country Club | There will be socializing, guest speakers, raffle prizes and fun! | 5:30 PM

Friday, January 10th

• 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.
• Jason Dea West & The Siskiyou Crest w/Darien Lane @ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 - 11 PM | Link

Saturday, January 11th

• 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
• Alcyon Massive feat. Matty Narmis @ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 - 11 PM | Link
• Am King” - A Tribute to Michael Jackson @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 7 - 9 PM | Link
• High School Cross Country Skiing @ Diamond Lake Resort | Link
• Modern Traditions Wedding Expo @ The Douglas County Fairgrounds | Link

Sunday, January 12th

• Garden Valley Farmers Market | 11AM - 3PM
• Full Moon Magic Sound Bath at The Vortex Center | 4:30 - 6PM | Link

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The Roseburg Receiver Updates

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

- The Roseburg Receiver Team