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: 57° F
• Humidity: 78%
• Wind: 1 MPH E
• Current Conditions: Mostly Cloudy
• Air Quality Index: 10
• Today's Forecast: High 74 | Low 51 | Cloudy
• Yesterday's Rain Levels (June 17th): 0.00
• June's Monthly Rainfall: 0.00 Inches

Today's Fire Weather Forecast

Fire Weather Forecast for southern Oregon and northern California
National Weather Service Medford, OR
551 AM PDT Wed Jun 18 2025

Expect dry afternoon humidities and near to slightly above normal temperatures through mid week with occasional marine intrusions along the coast. A deep trough arrives later in the week into next weekend. Gusty afternoon winds and dry humidities are possible Wednesday and Thursday, with showers, an isolated thunderstorm or two, improved recoveries, and breezy, cooler weather through the weekend.

Fire Danger

River Temperatures

Roseburg Area Morning News

GOVERNOR KOTEK INVOKES CONFLAGRATION ACT FOR THE ALDER SPRINGS FIRE

KQEN News Radio

Tuesday evening, Governor Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act for the Alder Springs Fire in Jefferson County.

A release said the Jefferson County Fire Defense Board chief requested assistance with life, safety, and structural fire protection, and the state fire marshal concurred with that request.

Following state law, Governor Kotek determined that a threat to life, safety and property exists due to the fire, and the threat exceeds the firefighting capabilities of local firefighting personnel and equipment.

The governor’s declaration allows the Oregon State Fire Marshal to mobilize resources through the Oregon Fire Mutual Aid System to support local fire service agencies on scene. The conflagration was invoked only for the Alder Springs Fire threatening structures in Jefferson and Deschutes counties.

The fire was reported at 9:40 a.m. Monday on the Crooked River National Grasslands and quickly grew to 2,500 acres by Monday night due to stormy breezy conditions.

This marks the second time the Emergency Conflagration Act has been invoked by Governor Kotek in the 2025 wildfire season. Governor Kotek invoked the act for the Rowena Fire in Wasco County on June 11th.

GOP LAWMAKERS APPLAUD ODFW COMMISSION DECISION

KQEN News Radio

A group of Oregon Republican lawmakers are applauding a decision by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife to keep the Umpqua River open.

The ODFW adopted a limited fall Chinook season this year on the Umpqua River in the wake of the concerning salmon returns. This is the first time the Umpqua River has dropped below the Critical Abundance Threshold since the Coastal Multi-Species Conservation and Management Plan was adopted in 2014.

On Tuesday, Senators Dick Anderson of Lincoln City and David Brock Smith of Port Orford, along with representatives Boomer Wright of Reedsport and Virgle Osborne of Roseburg issued a joint statement in response to the commission’s decision made on Friday.

The lawmakers said, “We appreciate the commission’s decision to keep the Umpqua River open this season. The Umpqua River is a vital economic resource to the many communities it serves. We also want to thank Commissioner Boice, on behalf of the whole Douglas County Commission, for taking the time to travel to Pendleton to make the case to keep the Umpqua River open”. The statement continued, “This does not reflect the fact that federal forest management has lost its way when it comes to managing their forests in our state. Riparian areas devastated by wildfires must be managed and replanted to assist in cooling water temperatures keeping invasive species from coming up stream”.

The season will be open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays starting July 1st until a quota of 500 wild Chinook is reached. The bag limit will be one Chinook – either hatchery or wild – per day and per season.

JUNETEENTH OBSERVED BY SOME BUT NOT ALL AREA GOVERNMENTS

KQEN News Radio

Thursday will be Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day.

It is a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. It is celebrated on June 19th, marking the day in 1865 when enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, were informed of their freedom, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.

Juneteenth has been a federal holiday since 2021, when legislation was signed by President Joe Biden. Oregon has recognized the holiday since 2013.

In Douglas County, Juneteenth will be observed by the city governments of Sutherlin and Myrtle Creek. Roseburg and Winston city offices, along with the county government, do not observe the day and will be open as usual.

UMPQUA PUBLIC TRANSIT ANNOUNCES 5 PERCENT COLA FOR EMPLOYEES

KQEN News Radio

The Umpqua Public Transit District has announced a 5 percent cost of living adjustment for all employees, effective July 16th.

A release said this increase reflects the agency’s commitment to fair and competitive compensation as the cost of living in Oregon continues to rise.

UPTD CEO Ben Edtl said, “This COLA increase is a recognition of the hard work and dedication out staff has shown through a challenging year”. Edtl said, “It ensures that are employees are supported without adding any additional burden to the taxpayers who found our services”.

All current employee benefits will remain unchanged, with the district continuing to cover 100 percent of employee health insurance and 85 percent of dependent coverage

Edtl said the increase is made possible through strategic operational improvements and prudent financial management by UP’s operations leadership team, George Corrillo and Andre Bleau. Edtl said their leadership has been instrumental in optimizing routes and fleet management to reduce costs while maintaining exceptional service to the community.

The release said along with the COLA increase, UP will begin rebuilding its financial reserves to ensure long-term fiscal stability. Chairwoman Michaela Hammerson said, “Considering the fact that the agency was essentially insolvent less than 8 months ago, this is a wonderful achievement”.

For more information about Umpqua Public Transit District, go to: www.umpquatransit.org

DOUGLAS COUNTY NON-PROFITS RECEIVE OVER $90,000 IN GRANTS

KQEN News Radio

Douglas County non-profit organizations recently received over $90,000 in grants from The Three Rivers Foundation.

The charitable arm of Three Rivers Casino awarded $720,000 in grants to 60 organizations across Oregon. A release said from rural fire departments to food pantries, youth advocacy programs to mental health services, the foundation’s annual grants continue to create a lasting impact.

The foundation was established by the Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians to give back to communities. Each year, funds generated through casino revenue are reinvested in the region through grants to nonprofits.

At a luncheon held on June 3rd at the Three Rivers Casino in Florence, representatives from all the nonprofits gathered to receive their checks.

Ten Douglas County non-profits received grants ranging from $20,000 to $5,000. The organizations included CASA of Douglas County, the Friendly Kitchen/Meals on Wheels, Gardiner Fire Department, Sutherlin-Oakland Emergency Food Pantry, Kellogg Rural Fire District, Winchester Bay Rural Fire Protection District, Reedsport Volunteer Fire Department, Source One Serenity and St. Francis Xavier Conference of St. Vincent de Paul.

Local grant awardees:

• CASA of Douglas County, Inc. – $5,000
• The Friendly Kitchen / Meals on Wheels Roseburg – $15,000
• Gardiner Fire Department – $9,765.42
• Sutherlin-Oakland Emergency Food Pantry – $5,000
• Camp Millennium – $20,000
• Kellogg Rural Fire District – $8,000
• Winchester Bay Rural Fire Protection District – $5,000
• Reedsport Volunteer Fire Department – $5,250
• Source One Serenity – $7,250
• St. Francis Xavier Conference of St. Vincent de Paul – $10,000

ECEC WITH 18TH ANNUAL BLOOMS & BUTTERFLIES FESTIVAL

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Elkton Community Education Center will have its 18th annual Blooms & Butterflies Festival this Saturday.

ECEC Co-Executive Director Deborah Gritton said it is a key fundraising event that supports the non-profit organization’s programs and initiatives. Gritton said with a backdrop of summer blooms, the celebration brings the community together for a full day of nature-inspired fun, learning and connection. Attendees can browse unique handmade creations from local artisans, enjoy live entertainment and savor delicious treats while supporting a great cause.

Highlights include:

• 5K Butterfly Fun and quarter mile Dragonfly Loop. Registration is $30
• Artists, vendors and information booths with unique crafts, artwork and details about local initiatives
• Butterfly crafts and live music throughout the day
• Costume contest, race awards and barbecue fundraiser
• Fort Umpqua Tours, market gardens and butterfly pavilion.
• Outpost Café, gift shop and plant nursery

The event runs from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Gritton said, “It’s a fantastic day for families, nature lovers, and anyone looking for a fun and engaging experience”.

For more information about the Elkton Community Education Center go to: www.elktonbutterflies.com

EXTENSION WITH WORKSHOP FOR VETERANS TO LEARN HOW TO KEEP BEES

KQEN News Radio

The Oregon State University Extension Service welcomes military veterans to attend the Bee Basic series starting this Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

The hands-on beekeeping experience is designed exclusively for military veterans. This introductory class will walk participants through the essentials of starting their own hive, from setup and gear to hive inspections and maintenance.

Attendees will learn:

• How to set up and manage a beehive
• Essential beekeeping tools and protective gear
• Techniques for inspecting and maintaining health hives

No experience is needed – just curiosity and a willingness to learn.

The series will continue in July and August at Fort Loomis in Roseburg. The address is given at registration. The cost is $30, but full scholarships are available. To register, visit: https://beav.es/iHt or call OSU Extension in Douglas County at 672-4461.

Roseburg Area Upcoming Events

Limited Time Events

• Community Yoga Class @ Body Balance | Every week on Wednesday | March 20 - June 25th | Body Balance Yoga Center | 12 PM | Link
• 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
• Summer Melodrama in the Park - Free Event | June 20, 21, 27, 28 - 7 PM | June 22, 29 - 2 PM | Link

Monday, June 16th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7PM
• Open Mic Night @ Little Brothers Pub | 6 - 8 PM
• Business License Workshop | 3 - 5 PM | Civic Auditorium in Sutherlin | Link

Tuesday, June 17th

• 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 | 7 PM | Every Tuesday until August 12th | Link

Wednesday, June 18th

• 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.
• Community Yoga Class @ Body Balance | Every week on Wednesday | March 20 - June 25th | Body Balance Yoga Center | 12 PM | Link
• Canyonville Farmers Market | 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM | Seven Feathers Casino Resort Parking Lot (May - October)
• Live Music: Dylan James @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Women's "Just for Fun" Summer Golf | 5 PM | Link
• Diamond N Vets | Diamond Lake | Link

Thursday, June 19th

• DJ Trivia @ North Forty Beer Company | 7 - 8:30 PM
• Kick Up the Dust - Line Dancing Lessons @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7 - 8 PM
• Lookingglass Grange 927 Farmers Market | 2:30 - 5:30 PM | April - October
• DJ Bingo @ Brix Bar & Grill | 7 - 9PM | Link
• Celtic Jam Night @ Oran Mor | 5 - 8 PM | Link
• Draper Jam Night | 8 - 11:30 PM | Link
• Thirsty Thursday Cornhole Night @ Lookingglass Brewery | Every week on Thursday | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Cascade Lakes Relay Race at Diamond Lake Resort | June 19 & 20 | Link
• Live Music: Baroque Betty @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 PM

Friday, June 20th

• 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
• Movies in the Park 2025 @ Stewart Park | 7 - 11 PM | Link
• Walk-In Wine Tasting @ The Wine Destination | 4 - 7 PM | Link
• Chad Freeman LIVE at Music in the Courtyard - Seven Feathers Casino | 5 - 9 PM | Link
• Playing With Giants | John Dough Boys | Suckerpunch LIVE AT THE ANNEX | 7 - 10 PM | Link
• Cascade Lakes Relay Race at Diamond Lake Resort | June 19 & 20 | Link
• Canyonville Street Party | Downtown Main St | 5 - 8 PM
• Live Music: Billy and The Box Kid @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 PM

Saturday, June 21st

• 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 | 8 PM | Link
• Glide Sasquatch Festival 2025 | 10 AM - 10 PM | Link
• Live Music: Aaron Lewis @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 7 PM | Link
• Jersey Shore with DJ Jason Hink | 9 PM - 12 AM | Link
• Roseburg's Vinyl Record Round-Up | 12 - 5:30 PM | Link
• Melrose Vineyards RIBFEST with Live Music by INOKE | 2 - 6 PM | Link
• Chad Freeman LIVE at Music in the Courtyard - Seven Feathers Casino | 5 - 9 PM | Link
• Soul Shock LIVE at Blue Box Seafood Company | 6 - 9 PM | Link
• Carol & Guy LIVE at Two Shy Brewing - Roseburg | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | Link
• Rockwork Orange LIVE at Kelly's Cozy Corner | 7 - 10 PM | Link
• Blackbird $5k Fishing Derby at Diamond Lake Resort | Link
• Myrtle Creek City Wide Yard Sale
• Umpqua Woofstock Festival for Dogs & People | Central Park, Sutherlin | Link
• 12th Annual Salmon Bake @ Reustle-Prayer Rock Vineyards | 6:30 - 9:30 PM | Link
• Ribfest @​ Melrose Vineyards | 2 PM | Link
• Live Music: Shine Sweet Moon @​ North Forty Beer Company | 5 - 8 PM
• Live Music: Rudolf Korv @​ Cooper Ridge Vineyard | 1 - 4 PM
• Live Music: Joe's Garage Band @​ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 9 PM

Sunday, June 22nd

• 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
• Pride Parade - Downtown Roseburg | 1 PM | Link
• Solstice Sound Bath at The Vortex Center | 4 - 5:15 PM | Link

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

- The Roseburg Receiver Team