Good morning Douglas County! Happy Tuesday! 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: 59° F
• Humidity: 70%
• Wind: 0 MPH
• Current Conditions: Sunny
• Air Quality Index: 16
• Today's Forecast: High 90 | Low 59 | Sunny

Today's Fire Weather Forecast

Fire Weather Forecast for southern Oregon and northern California
National Weather Service Medford, OR
557 AM PDT Tue Jul 29 2025

• Red Flag Warning is in effect from 2 PM to 11 PM PDT Tuesday for abundant lightning on dry fuels across Fire Weather Zones 623, 624, 625, and 285.
• Fire Weather Watch is in effect from Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday evening for the same hazard in Zones 620, 621, 622, 280, 281, 284, and 285.
• Another Fire Weather Watch is in effect from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning for Zones 617, 623, 624, and 625, and yet another watch is in effect from Wednesday evening through Thursday morning for Zone 616.

Discussion: The main concern this week is daily thunderstorm activity, which is expected to continue through at least Thursday. Scattered to widespread thunderstorms are forecast today through Thursday, with the most coverage on Wednesday. Overnight storms are possible Wednesday night into Thursday morning, even west of the Cascades. Cloud cover may reduce storm strength on Thursday, but another round of scattered storms is possible. Storm activity should begin to decrease from Friday onward.

Fire Danger

IFPL: 3

River Temperatures

Roseburg Area Morning News

FIRE WEATHER WATCH FOR UMPQUA BASIN

KQEN News Radio

A Fire Weather Watch is in place for the Umpqua Basin from Wednesday evening through Thursday morning for abundant lightning on dry fuels.

This could result in the potential for new fire starts.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service in Medford said isolated to scattered thunderstorms with dry lightning are possible. Forecasters said storms are likely to be wet, but lightning strikes outside of precipitation cores are possible and a cause for concern.

Wind gusts of 35 to 50 miles per hour could travel outward up to 25 miles from thunderstorm cores.

Forecasters told News Radio 93-9 FM and 1240 KQEN that while most of the thunderstorm activity is expected to be closer to the Cascades, there is still the potential for a few storm cells to reach the Roseburg area.

The NWS Fire Weather Message said residents should follow all fire restrictions and avoid activities that could cause sparks.

STATE POLICE JAIL MAN FOR REPORTED MENACING INCIDENT

KQEN News Radio

Troopers with the Oregon State Police jailed a man following a reported menacing incident on Sunday afternoon.

An OSP report said just before 5:00 p.m. troopers were dispatched to Interstate 5 northbound in the Weaver Road area after a caller said there had been a past domestic violence incident. The reporting party stated that a family member was a passenger in a semi-truck and traveling with a man who had physically assaulted her two days earlier while they were in California. After multiple attempts by the reporting party to convince the woman to contact 911, the caller finally did it herself.

Shortly after this, the male pulled his semi into the truck stop off exit 119. Troopers located the male driver and the female passenger. The female had multiple bruises to her face, head, neck and arms. She had two black eyes, and her face appeared slightly swollen. The woman said she was fearful the man was going to unexpectedly snap and assault her again.

The male denied any involvement and claimed the woman had been drinking, was on medications and had mental issues. Both admitted they were in an intimate relationship.

The man was charged with menacing and was detained without bail. He was released on Monday. The female was provided services by medical providers and advocates.

HALF SHELL WITH CELTIC MUSIC FROM SCOTLAND ON TUESDAY NIGHT

KQEN News Radio

Music on the Half Shell has Celtic music from Scotland at Nichol’s Band Shell in Roseburg’s Stewart Park on Tuesday night.

Breabach has been performing for 20 years and is described as being amongst that country’s most skilled and innovative contemporary-folk acts, and at the forefront of the burgeoning traditional music scene. This summer the group is performing across the UK, in the United States and in Europe.

Breabach will take the stage at 7:00 p.m. Food trucks and vendors have a variety of dinner items for sale. Attendees can also bring their own meal from home, along with wine or beer. Blankets can be put out ahead of time.

Music on the Half Shell is celebrating 33 years of free to the public concerts, thanks to dozens of sponsors who make financial contributions to make the series happen. Concerts continue through August 12th.

For more information on the Half Shell, go to: www.halfshell.org

MYRTLE CREEK CITY COUNCIL TO HOLD WORK SESSION ON THURSDAY

KQEN News Radio

The Myrtle Creek City Council will hold a work session on Thursday night at 5:30 p.m.

The council will be reviewing materials to proceed with filling the positions of city administrator and mayor.

City Recorder Joanna Bilbrey said that both City Administrator Lonnie Rainville and Mayor Matthew Hald have resigned. Bilbrey told News Radio 93-9 FM and 1240 KQEN that Rainville offered his resignation to explore other opportunities. His last day of employment with the city is September 12th.

Bilbrey said that Hald resigned his volunteer role effective July 31st as he is moving out of state to be near family. His last meeting was on July 15th

The work session will be held in the council chambers on Northwest Pleasant Street.

UMPQUA RIVER LIGHTHOUSE, MUSEUM AND GIFT SHOP RECEIVES AWARD

KQEN News Radio

The Douglas County Board of Commissioners, Tim Freeman, Tom Kress and Chris Boice, along with Museum Director James Davis, have announced that the Umpqua River Lighthouse, Museum and Gift Shop has been recognized with a Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award for 2025, achieving distinction in the top 10 percent of all listings on Tripadvisor in the world.

Commissioner Tom Kress said, “The breathtaking overlook above Winchester Bay is home to our Umpqua River Lighthouse, Museum, Gift Shop, Art Gallery and whale watching area. It is truly for Douglas County and our citizens”. Kress said, “Beyond the fact that I think it is one of the best properties in Oregon, this gem represents a collective of individuals who have fought hard to keep it alive and prospering for over 128 years”.

County Museum Director James Davis said, “We are incredibly honored to receive the Travelers’ Choice Award – one of the most respected and sought-after recognitions in the travel industry”. Davis said, “Being named among travelers’ favorites this year is both humbling and deeply meaningful to us”.

The Umpqua River Lighthouse was constructed in 1894, and its light was lit for the first time on December 31st of that year. The lighthouse was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1977.

More information about the Umpqua River Lighthouse is available at: https://umpquavalleymuseums.org/

EXTENSION WITH COMPOST TEA 101 CLASS IN AUGUST

KQEN News Radio

The Oregon State University Extension Service has a Compost Tea 101 class, coming soon.

Participants will learn about brewing their own tea for the garden. This class is designed to teach learners about the art and science of making compost tea. Information about tea nutrition, liquid application of fertilizer and how to extend the use of compost will be shared. The class will cover the basics of brewing techniques, equipment and application methods.

Those who take the class should be ready to get their hands dirty and should leave with the knowledge of how to fertilize their garden in multiple ways.

The class will be held on August 23rd from 10:00 a.m. to 12;00 p.m. at the Glide Disposal Site. Registration in advance is required. Go to: https://beav.es/NRn

For more information, call Extension Agent Logan Bennett at 541-236-3015.

MERKLEY, WYDEN ANNOUNCE OVER $9.6 MILLION HEADING TO OREGON

KQEN News Radio

Oregon’s U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden announced on Monday that the U.S. Forest Service is investing over $9.6 million in 17 projects in Oregon to boost the creation of innovative wood products, develop more markets for uses of mass timber and renewable wood energy, and increase the capacity of wood process and manufacturing facilities.

The lawmakers said that federal funding is critical to ensuring the state’s leadership in the wood products industry, while helping to restore healthy forests and reduce wildfire risk.

Merkley said, “Oregon has the best wood products in the world, and federal funding opportunities like the Wood Innovations Program help keep our state at the forefront of timber innovation while uplighting our rural communities”. Merkley previously introduced the bipartisan Mass Timber Federal Building Act to promote the use of mass timber in federal building projects and military construction.

Wyden said, “Our state is leading the way to a better, safer, and more energy-efficient future in Oregon and nationwide by drawing a robust blueprint for the success of mass timber and renewable wood energy”. Wyden said the federal investments add up to one big win for Oregon when it comes to supporting that goal of bringing jobs, a better economy and reduced threats of wildfire.

More details about the Wood Innovations Program grants is linked: Wood Innovations Program Grants | US Forest Service

Roseburg Area Upcoming Events

Limited Time Events

• Zumba in the Park | Stewart Park every Wednesday | 6:30 - 7:30 PM | June 11 - August 22
• Music on the Half Shell 2025 | 7 PM | Every Tuesday until August 12th | Link
• Anastasia @ Jacoby Auditorium - UCC | July 24, 25, 26, 27, 31, August 1, 2, 3 | Link
• 40th Annual Myrtle Creek Lions Summer Festival | July 24 - 27th | Link

Monday, July 28th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7PM
• Open Mic Night @ Little Brothers Pub | 6 - 8 PM
• Pouring Generosity | Every day Until August 31st | 8 AM - 5:30 PM | Link

Tuesday, July 29th

• 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
• Glide Farmers Market | June 3 - Oct 7th | 10 AM - 1 PM | Glide Community Center
• 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
• Music on the Half Shell 2025 | Matt Schofield | 7 PM | Every Tuesday until August 12th | Link
• Karaoke Night at The Scoreboard | 9 - 11:30 PM | Link

Wednesday, July 30th

• 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 Winston VFW | 5 - 9 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.
• Canyonville Farmers Market | 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM | Seven Feathers Casino Resort Parking Lot (May - October)
• WineDown Wednesday @​ Melrose Vineyards | 5:30 PM
• Live Music: Bob Hall @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Women's "Just for Fun" Summer Golf | 5 PM | Link
• Zumba in the Park | Stewart Park every Wednesday | 6:30 - 7:30 PM | June 11 - August 22

Thursday, July 31st

• 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
• Lookingglass Grange 927 Farmers Market | 2:30 - 5:30 PM | April - October
• DJ Bingo @ Brix Bar & Grill | 7 - 9PM | Link
• Draper Jam Night | 8 - 11:30 PM | Link
• Thirsty Thursday Cornhole Night @ Lookingglass Brewery | Every week on Thursday | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Anastasia @ Jacoby Auditorium - UCC | July 24, 25, 26, 27, 31, August 1, 2, 3 | Link
• Bob Hall LIVE at Old Soul Pizza | 5:50 - 7:30 PM | Link
• Mercy - The Band featuring Lynda Day LIVE at Myrtle Creek Music in the Park | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Kashus Culpepper LIVE at Music Off Central | 7 - 9 PM | Link
• Nathaniel Greene Presents: Comedy w/ Carl Lee & Nic Lanier @ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 - 11 PM

Friday, August 1st

• 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
• TGIF Wine & Pizza @ Abacela | 4 - 7 PM
• Sutherlin Farmers Market | 2 - 6 PM | April - October | 1305 W Central Ave
• Elkton Farmers Market | June 6th - October 1st | 10 AM - 3 PM | Elkton Community Education Center
• 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.
• Bullseyes & Bites @ The Blade Axe House | Every Friday | 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM | Link
• Riverbend Live! 2025 Concert Series | 7 - 9 PM | Link
• Anastasia @ Jacoby Auditorium - UCC | July 24, 25, 26, 27, 31, August 1, 2, 3 | Link
• Jason Heald and Debra Kay LIVE at JosephJane Winery | 4 - 6 PM | Link
• The Winston VFW - Live Music Friday Nights with Eddy Ross Band | 6 - 10 PM | Link
• First Friday Pop-Up Vendor Market (Reedsport) | 5 - 8 PM | Link
• Live Music: Strange Birds @​ Lookingglass Brewery | 6 - 8 PM
• Live Music: Object Heavy @ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 - 10 PM

Saturday, August 2nd

• Umpqua Valley Farmers Market | 9AM - 1PM | SE Jackson St | Link
• Roseburg Saturday Market | 10AM - 2PM | Harvard Ave - Rife's Home Furniture Parking Lot
• Drain Farmers Market | 308 N 1st St in Drain @ 10AM - 2PM
• Workman's Community Market | 4550 Old Hwy 99S | 10 AM - 3 PM
• Myrtle Creek Outdoor Farmers and Craft Market | 10 AM - 2 PM | April - October | 106 S Main St (Elks Lodge Parking Lot)
• 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
• Karaoke Night - Shamrocks Cocktail Bar | 6 - 9 PM | Link
• Karaoke Night at Kodiak | Every Thursday and Saturday | 8 PM
• Anastasia @ Jacoby Auditorium - UCC | July 24, 25, 26, 27, 31, August 1, 2, 3 | Link
• Live Music: Wild at Heart @ Brix Bar & Grill | 7 - 9 PM | Link
• Wine In the Valley @ Melrose Vineyards | 11 AM | Link
• Rockin' the Rooftop at Brix Grill with WILD AT HEART | 7 - 9 PM | Link
• BLUES JAM w/ The Fabulous Del Montes @ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 10 PM

Sunday, August 3rd

• Garden Valley Farmers Market | 11 AM - 3 PM
• Karaoke Night at The Wild Rose Saloon | 7 - 10 PM | Link
• DJ Trivia Night @ Brix Bar and Grill | Every Sunday | 6 - 8 PM
• Anastasia @ Jacoby Auditorium - UCC | July 24, 25, 26, 27, 31, August 1, 2, 3 | Link
• Winds of the Umpqua Flute Circle @ Oran Mor | 1 - 4 PM | Link
• Vine Katz Quintet LIVE at Cooper Ridge Vineyard | 1 - 4 PM | Link

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

- The Roseburg Receiver Team

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