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: 38°F
• Humidity: 99%
• Wind: 0 MPH
• Current Conditions: Cloudy
• Air Quality Index: 24
• Today's Forecast: High 58 | Low 38 | Scattered Showers
• Yesterday's Rain Levels (March 18th): 0.01 Inches
• March's Monthly Rainfall: 6.97 inches

Roseburg Area Morning News

WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING

KQEN News Radio

A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from 5:00 p.m. Wednesday through 5:00 p.m. Thursday for mountain areas in parts of southern Oregon.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service said snow is expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 16 inches with the highest totals in the central Cascades and lower totals in the Siskiyou Mountains. Winds will gust as high as 40 miles per hour over high and exposed terrain.

The Advisory area includes elevations above 5,000 feet in the south central and southern Oregon Cascades and Siskiyou Mountains. It applies to Howard Prairie, Lake of the Woods, the Mt. Ashland Ski Area, Crescent Lake, the Siskiyou Summit, Crater Lake and Diamond Lake as well as highways 140, 62, 138 and 230.

Forecasters said travel could be difficult during the winter event. This is the first of two systems. The second system on Friday will also produce impactful weather for the higher terrain.

Drivers should slow down and use caution while traveling. Call 511 or visit www.tripcheck.com for road information.

DOUGLAS COUNTY FLOODING EVENT UPDATE

KQEN News Radio

Douglas County government is still at an all-hands-on-deck response to the severe winter storm that hit the county on Sunday.

A county release said their team in collaboration with local cities, tribal government, regional agencies and private contractors continues to monitor, triage, and respond to ongoing issues related to the flood event. Crews continue to be deployed to new slides, downed trees, and debris cleanup efforts all over the county.

Douglas County Public Works and private local contractors have worked continuously to get all county-maintained roads operational and open with at least one-lane of travel access. One slide, at the 2700 block of Hubbard Creek Road in Umpqua completely washed out about 35 feet and both lanes of the road on Sunday afternoon. Public Works were alerted to the incident at 3:00 p.m. Sunday and were able to mobilize county crews and local contractors who worked non-stop through the night and were able to open one lane to traffic early Monday morning.

The release said one of the biggest stories during this weather event was Galesville Dam. It acted as a flood control device saving several communities from even greater flooding and additional carnage. During the height of the floodwaters the dam reached near maximum capacity, but the Public Works – Natural Resources Division staff employed a strategic approach to the measured storage and release of water from the dam into Cow Creek. This approach avoided an uncontrolled, catastrophic spillover of the dam, while keeping the release of water at the highest level possible without contributing to additional flooding downstream.

Motorists are asked to be patient and expect delays or detours due to heavy equipment, work crews, and flaggers that are in the impacted areas.

HIGHWAY 138E OPEN WITH PILOT CAR 12 MILES EAST OF GLIDE

KQEN News Radio

Highway 138E is now open 12 miles east of Glide.

Information from the Oregon Department of Transportation said a pilot car is escorting motorists between milepost 29 and milepost 33 where land slides have occurred.

Check current road conditions at www.tripcheck.com

FILING DEADLINE FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS ELECTION IS TUESDAY

KQEN News Radio

The filing period for candidates in the 2025 Douglas County Special Districts Election is about to close.

County Clerk Daniel Loomis said individuals who wish to file for candidacy for one of the many board member vacancies existing on fire, school, road and many other local districts, must submit their forms and $10 fee to the Clerk’s Office no later than 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.

Loomis said more information about the available vacancies is on the county’s election webpage: https://douglascountyor.gov/640/Special-District—Odd-Years-Only

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE OFFERED TO SUPPORT FLOOD-AFFECTED RESIDENTS

KQEN News Radio

In response to the devastating flooding that has impacted Douglas County, Cascade Community Credit Union is stepping up to provide relief to affected residents.

Marketing Director Shelby Beattie said CCCU is now offering financial assistance with flexible terms and low-interest rates to help individuals and families recover from flood-related damage.

Cascade Credit Union CEO Lynn Calvert said, “Our community is our priority, and we understand the financial burden that unexpected disasters can bring”. Calvert said, “We want to ensure that our members and neighbors have access to the financial support they need to rebuild and move forward”.

Beattie said residents impacted by the flooding can contact loan officers immediately. Visit the CCU branches in Roseburg and Sutherlin, apply at www.cascadecu.org or call 672-9000.

BURN PERMITS TO BE ISSUED STARTING APRIL 15TH

KQEN News Radio

The City of Roseburg will begin issuing residential burn permits on April 15th.

A city release said the permits are issued for 7 days at a cost of $75. Residential yard waste is the only material that may be burned. Prohibited items include standing berry vines, paper, wood, plastics, tires, standing grass, weeds, construction material, and material from lot clearing.

Burning may not be done on vacant lots or on someone else’s property. Fires must be monitored by a competent adult and extinguished prior to darkness. Tools to control or extinguish the fire must be on-site whenever there is material burning.

Burn barrels are never allowed inside the city limits. Anyone burning trash or burning without a permit may be subject to a fine and/or legal action. Additionally, due diligence must be exercised while burning, even with a permit, as fires can quickly get out of control. The person responsible for the fire may be subject to fines, legal action, or restitution.

The release said, if possible, residents are urged to utilize alternatives to burning, such as composting, chipping, mulching, or transporting the debris to the Douglas County Landfill.

To request a burn permit in the City of Roseburg, call 492-6770 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on weekdays. This information, as well as a burn permit requests form is also available at the city website: Burn Permits | City of Roseburg

CAMAS VALLEY RURAL FIRE DISTRICT RECEIVES WEYERHAEUSER GRANT

KQEN News Radio

Camas Valley Rural Fire District recently received a $6,200 grant from Weyerhaeuser.

A company release said the funding will allow the volunteer fire department to replace its aging, heavy gas-powered ventilation fan with a modern battery-powered unit, improving firefighter safety and efficiency.

The grant is part of the company’s commitment to support its operating communities and enhance local wildfire response in Oregon. This upgrade will lower the number of staff needed to move the fan as well as reduce injury risks, as the current fan requires two firefighters to lift into place.

The grant was awarded at the fire station in Camas Valley on March 6th. It is from Weyerhaeuser’s 2024 grant cycle. Submissions for 2025 are now open until September 30th. Oregon nonprofit organizations are encouraged to apply online: Giving Fund | Weyerhaeuser

TIMBER OPERATORS WITH FRIDAY EVENT IN NORTH BEND

KQEN News Radio

The Douglas Timber Operators have a no host breakfast on Friday.

The event will be at the Mill Casino, inside the Hazel Room, in North Bend at 8:00 a.m.

The guest speaker will be Northwest Hardwoods Procurement Manager Craig Richards. His presentation is titled, “Hardwood Overview for SW Oregon and Overview of Oregon White Oak”.

Those planning to attend should RSVP to: Tina@Dougtimber.org

For more information on the Douglas Timber Operators, go to: https://www.dougtimber.org/

Roseburg Area Upcoming Events

Limited Time Events

• Dance Potpourri @​ UMAC Studio | Every Wednesday | March 5 - April 30th | 5:30 - 6:30 PM | Link
• Spring Break Bonus Tubing Days @ Diamond Lake Resort | March 22 - 24, 27, 29th | Link

Monday, March 17th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7PM
• Open Mic Night @ Little Brothers Pub | 6 - 8 PM
• St Patrick's Day Potato Bingo @ Washington School in Oakland | 5:30 - 9 PM | Link

Tuesday, March 18th

• 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
• 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
• Pale People LIVE at North Forty Beer Co. | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Levi Chase Melendez LIVE at Serendipity | 6:30 - 8 PM | Link

Wednesday, March 19th

• 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.
• Dance Potpourri @​ UMAC Studio | Every Wednesday | March 5 - April 30th | 5:30 - 6:30 PM | Link
• Dylan James LIVE at Two Shy Brewing - Roseburg | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | Link
• Live Music: Pale People @​ North Forty Beer Company | 6 PM

Thursday, March 20th

• 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 | Link
• Local Vendor Night @ Cooper Ridge Vineyard | 3 - 6 PM | Link
• Open Mic Night @ Oran Mor | 5:30 PM | Link
• Draper Jam Night | 8 - 11:30 PM | Link
• Guitar-aoke @ Lookingglass Brewery with Stone Hart | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Umpqua Celtic Jam - Oran Mor | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• The Tiptons Saxophone Quartet & Drums LIVE at the Rosebud | 6 - 9:30 PM | Link
• Philip Reed LIVE at Kelly's Cozy Corner | 7 - 9 PM | Link

Friday, March 21st

• 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.
• Bullseyes & Bites @ The Blade Axe House | Every Friday | 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM | Link
• Walk-In Wine Tasting @ The Wine Destination | 4 - 7 PM | Link
• FARM PARTY - Live Music at The Atom Bistro & Coffee Bar | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• The Rick Miller Band LIVE at The Winston VFW | 6 - 10 PM | Link
• Love Notes LIVE at Little Brothers Pub | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | Link
• Call Down Thunder -a Grateful Dead Tribute- LIVE at the Rosebud | 7 - 10:30 PM | Link
• James and the Lost Dogs w/ Take It Back Brad LIVE at Urban Blendz | 7 - 10:30 PM | Link
• Karaoke Night at Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 8 - 11:30 PM | Link

Saturday, March 22nd

• 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
• Karaoke Night at Winston VFW | 5 - 9 PM | Link
• Table Top and Board Game Night @ Oran Mor | 6 - 9 PM | Link
• Midnight Morning / Hit Like a Girl / Madska / Thunderchud / Tarantula Trust Fund LIVE at the Rosebud | 4 - 9:30 PM | Link
• Neil Gregory Johnson LIVE at North Forty Beer Co. - Roseburg | 5 - 8 PM | Link
• Acoustic Blend LIVE at Two Shy Brewery - Roseburg | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | Link
• Uncle Luc Goes Country at Rumors | 9 PM - 2 AM | Link

Sunday, March 23rd

• Garden Valley Farmers Market | 11AM - 3PM
• Karaoke Night at The Wild Rose Saloon | 7 - 10 PM | Link
• Scott Austin LIVE at Spire Mountain Cellars | 1 - 4 PM | Link
• Live Music: Bill Kline @​ JosephJane Winery | 3 - 5 PM

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