Good morning Douglas County! Happy Monday! 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: 47°F
• Humidity: 85%
• Wind: 3 MPH N
• Current Conditions: Cloudy
• Air Quality Index: 33
• Today's Forecast: High 76 | Low 47 | Partly Cloudy
• Yesterday's Rain Levels (March 24th): 0.00 Inches
• March's Monthly Rainfall: 7.29 inches

Roseburg Area Morning News

ROSEBURG ENJOYS SUNSHINE SUNDAY BUT NOT A RECORD HIGH FOR THE DATE

KQEN News Radio

Roseburg enjoyed a sunny Sunday afternoon but didn’t set a record high for the date.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service in Medford told News Radio 93-9 FM and 1240 KQEN that the mercury reached 69 degrees at the Roseburg Regional Airport. The record high for March 23rd was 76 degrees, set in 1940.

Forecasters said the region will see two more days of sunny conditions with highs in the mid 70’s on Monday and pushing to near 80 degrees on Tuesday. About a week and a half of cooler and rainy conditions will follow starting on Wednesday.

BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT FOR MONDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING

KQEN News Radio

The National Weather Service has issued a Beach Hazards Statement which is in effect from Monday afternoon through Tuesday morning for beaches in Douglas, Coos and Curry counties.

Forecasters said sneaker waves can run up significantly farther on beaches than normal, including over rocks and jetties. These waves can suddenly knock people off of their feet and quickly pull them into the cold ocean waters, resulting in serious injury or death. Waves may also lift driftwood logs, trapping anyone caught underneath.

The risk will be highest on west facing beaches, especially early Tuesday morning.

Forecasters said beach goers should avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions.

ROSEBURG CITY COUNCIL TO CONSIDER EMERGENCY DECLARATION

KQEN News Radio

The Roseburg City Council will consider a resolution declaring an emergency due to the recent severe weather event and related flooding at its meeting Monday night.

Notes to councilors said the rain event of March 16th caused significant damage in a number of areas. The Public Works Department continues to evaluate and prioritize necessary repairs. So far, the department has identified nearly $2.3 million in damage to storm drainage and roadway systems inside the city. This does not include the cost of the initial response effort. At this point, staff said it is not clear if any state or federal funding will become available. Both the Douglas County Commissioners and Governor Tina Kotek have declared emergencies.

The council will vote on authorizing the city manager to execute an amendment for FAA Grant #031 in an amount of up to fifteen percent. This is for a taxiway extension project that is set to begin next month at the Roseburg Regional Airport.

Councilors will vote on authorizing a task order with Consor North America for design and bidding services for phase 4 of the 24-inch transmission main from Newton Creek Drive to Emerald Drive at a cost not to exceed just under $345,000.

A number of other items are on the agenda as well. The meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers on Southeast Douglas Avenue. The meeting can be viewed on the city’s Facebook page or seen later at www.cityofroseburg.org

CISCO RECOGNIZES UCC FACULTY EXPERTISE

KQEN News Radio

Umpqua Community College associate professor of Computer Information Systems, John Blackwood, was recently recognized as an “Instructor Excellence Expert” by Cisco Systems for his accomplishments and contributions to the Cisco Networking Academy.

A college release said Blackwood’s achievements have earned him a spot in the top percent for the third year in a row among 29,700 instructors globally.

Academy courses sponsored by Cisco are embedded UCC’s Computer Information Systems and Cybersecurity degrees programs and lay the foundation for learning advanced concepts in networking and cybersecurity such as ethical hacking and forensics hacking. With this foundation, UCC students become ready to transfer to a university ready to study robust cybersecurity courses that focus on servers, routers and switches.

The release said the Cisco Networking Academy stated, “Your exceptional teaching and contributions to the Cisco Networking Academy have earned you the prestigious 2025 Instructor Excellence Advanced Level Award. This accolade celebrates your global standing as a top instructor, distinguished by student feedback and performance”.

More information about UCC computer science and cybersecurity courses by going to: www.umpqua.edu/CIS

HOPE FOR SAFE HAVEN MATERNITY HOME PROJECT

KQEN News Radio

The Douglas County H.O.P.E Drug Court program is preparing for their 109th graduation on May 13 at 5:15 p.m. at the fairgrounds.

Graduate hopeful Nichole DeSpain is seeking assistance for her project to obtain feminine products and financial donations for the Safe Haven Maternity Home.

A Douglas County Circuit Court release said Safe Haven Maternity Home is dedicated to transforming the lives of mothers and their children by offering a safe, stable environment and a pathway towards independence. Safe Haven believes in breaking cycles of trauma by offering more than just shelter. By addressing the root causes of crisis situations and equipping women with skills for long-term stability. Safe Haven seeks to change lives, one mother and child at a time.

Safe Haven Executive Director Evie Kumar said, “Safe Haven strongly believes in the work of HOPE Drug Court. We have seen lives transformed through individuals being given a second chance”.

A donation box for items is located at Adapt Integrated Health Care in the lobby of the second floor. DeSpain chose Safe Haven because she was a victim of domestic violence and recognizes the importance of this program to help expecting mothers feel safe and thrive under their care. DeSpain said, “I think women supporting women is one of the most powerful things we can do as women in recovery”.

More information about Douglas County H.O.P.E. Drug Court is available at: https://douglascountyor.gov/851/HOPE-Drug-Court

LUNCHBOX EXPRESS TO DELIVER FREE MEALS OVER SPRING BREAK

KQEN News Radio

Roseburg School District is distributing free meals to children and youth this week during the Spring Break, via the LunchBox Express bus.

Meals are being given out daily through Friday. The meals are available for all children aged 1 to 18. Each sack will contain breakfast and a lunch meal. Children must be present to participate and can receive one breakfast and one lunch per day.

LunchBox Express delivery sites and times are:

• Faith Lutheran Church on West Kenwood Street from 11:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
• Green Elementary School on Carnes Road from 11:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
• Eastwood Park on Southeast Douglas Avenue from 12:00 p.m. to 12:15 p.m.
• Creekside Family Church on Newton Creek Road from 12:45 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
• Saddle Butte Mobile Manor on Saddle Butte Lane from 1:15 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

For more information on the LunchBox Express program, call 677-4221.

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
• "Midwife a Life" + Add'l Exhibits @​ Umpqua Valley Arts | Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday | March 21st - May 30th | 10 AM - 6 PM | Link
• Community Yoga Class @ Body Balance | Every week on Wednesday | March 20 - June 25th | Body Balance Yoga Center | 12 PM | Link
• 48th Annual Spring Fair @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | March 28, 29, 30 | 1 - 8 PM | Link
• Tattoo Expo @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | March 28, 29, 30 | Link

Monday, March 24th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7PM
• Open Mic Night @ Little Brothers Pub | 6 - 8 PM

Tuesday, March 25th

• Bingo @ Roseburg Elks Lodge #326 | 6:30 PM
• DJ Trivia @ Urban NY Pizza & Grill | 7 PM
• 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

Wednesday, March 26th

• 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
• Community Yoga Class @ Body Balance | Every week on Wednesday | March 20 - June 25th | Body Balance Yoga Center | 12 PM | Link
• Live Music: Chris Cormack @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• All Abilities Karaoke at Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 1:30 - 4 PM | Link
• Chris Cormack LIVE at Two Shy Brewing - Roseburg | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | Link

Thursday, March 27th

• 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
• Live Music: Four Shillings Short @ Oran Mor | 6 - 9 PM | Link
• Southern Oregon Wine Institute Tasting @ The Wine Destination | 5 - 7 PM | Link

Friday, March 28th

• 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
• 48th Annual Spring Fair @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | March 28, 29, 30 | 1 - 8 PM | Link
• Supper Club Dinner @ Melrose Vineyards | 5:30 - 8:30 PM | Link
• Mother Smuckers LIVE at The Rosebud | 7 - 10:30 PM | Link
• John Dough Boys LIVE at Scoreboard Sports Bar presented by Love Craft Collective | 8 - 11:30 PM | Link

Saturday, March 29th

• 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
• 48th Annual Spring Fair @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | March 28, 29, 30 | 1 - 8 PM | Link
• Wine & Whiskers @ The Wine Destination | 12 - 2 PM | Link
• Morgan McHugh LIVE at North Forty Beer Co. - Roseburg | 5 - 8 PM | Link
• Dylan James LIVE at Kelly's Cozy Corner | 7 - 9:30 PM | Link

Sunday, March 30th

• Garden Valley Farmers Market | 11AM - 3PM
• Karaoke Night at The Wild Rose Saloon | 7 - 10 PM | Link
• 48th Annual Spring Fair @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | March 28, 29, 30 | 1 - 8 PM | Link
• Acoustic Blend LIVE at JosephJane Winery | 3 - 5 PM | Link

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