Good morning Douglas County! Happy Friday! 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: 49° F
• Humidity: 86%
• Wind: 2 MPH SW
• Current Conditions: Mostly Cloudy
• Air Quality Index: 16
• Today's Forecast: High 72 | Low 48 | Cloudy
• Yesterday's Rain Levels (May 15th): Trace
• May's Monthly Rainfall: 0.51 Inches

Roseburg Area Morning News

OSP INVESTIGATION LEADS TO SEARCH WARRANT AT WEST COAST GAME PARK

KQEN News Radio

Thursday morning, the Oregon State Police, in coordination with local, state, and federal partners, served multiple search warrants at the West Coast Game Park Safari near Bandon.

An OSP release said the search warrants are the result of a lengthy criminal investigation into the facility’s operations. Investigators searched the game park for additional evidence related to the investigation, including animal care and welfare, permitting, licensing, and business practices.

OSP is working in conjunction with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Oregon Humane Society, Oregon Department of Agriculture. Coos County Sheriff’s Office, Coos County District Attorney’s Office, Oregon Department of Justice and the IRS Criminal Investigation. Participating agencies provide regulatory oversight or bring specialized expertise in animal care to assist investigators with evaluating evidence gathered during the search of West Coast Game Park Safari.

The park is closed while police activity is present.

A follow-up news release is expected from OSP on Friday.

LESS THAN 9 PERCENT OF BALLOTS IN, 4 DAYS TO ELECTION DAY

KQEN News Radio

Less than 9 percent of ballots have come in, with only 4 days until Election Day in the 2025 Douglas County May Special Districts Election.

County Clerk Daniel Loomis said 8.65 percent, or 7,573 ballots have been received as of late Thursday afternoon. Loomis said that lags 5.04 percent behind the participation rate for the same point in the last special districts election in 2023.

Tuesday, May 20th at 8:00 p.m. is the Election deadline. Those who are taking their ballot to the post office this close to the deadline should ask staff to stamp their envelope with a hand-cancellation stamp. A ballot with a post mark after May 20th will not be counted.

Voters can use one of the 15 official ballot drop sites, until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday and be assured their ballot will be received and counted.

Complete information is available on the county’s election website at: https://www.douglascountyor.gov/178/Elections

RPS BOARD VOTES NOT TO RENEW SPONSORSHIP OF PHOENIX SCHOOL

KQEN News Radio

On Wednesday, the Roseburg Public Schools Board of Directors voted to not renew its sponsorship of Phoenix Charter School, citing concerns over noncompliance with contractual obligations, and state and federal laws.

An RPS release said the unanimous decision follows the completion of the legally required charter renewal process under state law, which included a renewal hearing on April 9th. As part of the process, RPS secured a consultant from the Oregon School Boards Association to review the charter school’s academic, financial and organizational performance.

Superintendent Jared Cordon said following the review, OSBA Director of Board Development Kristen Miles recommended the board deny the school’s request to renew charter sponsorship. Cordon said in addition to legal compliance issues, the review found that the school has continually fallen far below standards in several academic areas, as well as attendance rates and graduation rates. That report can be viewed at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FwN6tzfUKSkp2fMITyaRzAi7syxEdFyZ/view

The release said RPS last renewed its charter agreement with Phoenix five years ago, with the current contract set to expire on June 30. Per the sponsorship agreement with Phoenix, school leaders have been providing updates to the Roseburg School Board three times per year to review progress with attendance, academic achievement, and students on track to graduate.

While the district sponsor’s Phoenix, charter schools in Oregon are considered independent, nonprofit organizations that have autonomy over their mission, strategic planning, budget, hiring, and the development and implementation of educational programs.

Cordon said as the charter school’s sponsor, RPS is responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, and that the school is financially viable, maintains successful academic programs and is responsibly managed.

The release said the school district and board of directors do not have jurisdiction over whether the school remains open, whether the school continues operations under sponsorship from another district, or whether the school continues to function as a private organization.

SPRING FAIR HAPPENING ON SATURDAY AT NON-PROFIT CAMPUS

KQEN News Radio

Spring Fair is happening Saturday at the Aviva Health parking lot on Northeast Kenneth Ford Drive, just north of Costco.

Presented by the Jerry Bruce Community Campus Partners, the event includes fun and free activities for the whole family from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. It will be held rain or shine. Activities will include an obstacle course, bounce house, henna artist, face painting, balloon artist, raffle prizes and more. Food will be available for purchase. Proceeds from the event will benefit the FISH Food Pantry.

Participants include the United Community Action Network, Family Development Center, Fish Food Pantry, Aviva Health and UHI.

FLY-IN-PIG BBQ COMPETITION RETURNS TO MYRTLE CREEK

KQEN News Radio

The Fly-In-Pig BBQ competition is returning to Myrtle Creek this weekend.

The second annual event will take place at the Myrtle Creek Municipal Airport on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

This year’s theme is “Sampling the Pacific Northwest”. Guests are invited to taste their way through award-winning barbecue, along with regional craft beverages, live bluegrass music and more, all set up against the unique background of an active airport.

From brisket and ribs to pulled pork and chicken, pitmasters and backyard BBQ champs will fire up their smokers for a chance at $10,000 in prize money. That includes People’s Choice and Grand Champion awards. The event is an official BBQ competition which is approved by the Pacific Northwest BBQ Association.

Other highlights include live fire cooking and regional food vendors, a veterans’ tribute on Saturday, voting for favorite foods and drinks, camel rides, axe throwing, vintage airport displays and more.

For complete information on the Fly-In-Pig competition, go to: https://flyinpig.org/

UMPQUA SINGERS AND BIG HORN JAZZ BAND PERFORM “FINAL TAKE”

KQEN News Radio

Umpqua Community College Performing and Visual Arts presents UCC’s Umpqua Singers and Big Horn Jazz Band performing in “Final Take” on June 10th at 7:00 p.m. in the Whipple Fine Arts Center on the UCC Campus.

In their last concert of the school year, the Umpqua Singers, directed by Dr. Jason Heald, and the Big Horn Jazz Band, directed by John Gronberg, will present a program of high-energy music including jazz standards and contemporary selections.

Admission is available at the door or at: www.umpqua.edu/community. $15 for general admission, $10 for seniors with students admitted for free. For more information, call 440-4691 or email: music@umpqua.edu

DEADLINE APPROACHING TO APPLY FOR A DTO SCHOLARSHIP

KQEN News Radio

The deadline for students to apply for a scholarship from Douglas Timber Operators is approaching.

Applicants must live in Douglas, Coos, or Lane counties and plan to major in a natural resources related field. Scholarships are open to students attending any accredited public or private post-secondary institution in Oregon or out of state.

Applications and full eligibility details are available at www.dougtimber.org.

The deadline for applying is next Friday, May 23rd at 5:00 p.m.

Roseburg Area Upcoming Events

Limited Time Events

• "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

Monday, May 12th

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

Tuesday, May 13th

• 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
• Live Music: Mark Malefyt @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8 PM | 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
• 2025 Music on the Half Shell Lineup Announcement - livestream | 10 - 10:30 PM | Link
• Karaoke Night at The Scoreboard | 9 - 11:30 PM | Link

Wednesday, May 14th

• 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)
• Community Yoga Class @ Body Balance | Every week on Wednesday | March 20 - June 25th | Body Balance Yoga Center | 12 PM | Link
• All Abilities Karaoke at Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 1:30 - 4 PM | Link

Thursday, May 15th

• 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
• Umpqua Celtic Jam - Oran Mor | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Live Music: Ty Curtis Trio @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 9:30 PM | Link

Friday, May 16th

• Friday Pizzas! @ Reustle-Prayer Rock Vineyards | 12 - 4PM
• Karaoke Night @ Winchester Pub & Grill | 8 - 11 PM
• TGIF Wine & Pizza @ Abacela | 4 - 7 PM
• Sutherlin Farmers Market | 2 - 6 PM | April - October | 1305 W Central Ave
• 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
• English/Scottish Country Dancing | 6:15 - 8:30 PM | Link
• Trevor Hanks & the Blackburn Rebels w/ Adam Gabriel & The Cavaliers @ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 - 10:30 PM | Link

Saturday, May 17th

• Umpqua Valley Farmers Market | 9AM - 1PM | Link
• Drain Farmers Market | 308 N 1st St in Drain @ 10AM - 2PM
• Myrtle Creek Outdoor Farmers and Craft Market | 10 AM - 2 PM | April - October | 106 S Main St (Elks Lodge Parking Lot)
• Melrose Farmers Market @ Oran Mor Meadery | 10 AM - 2 PM | May - October | 305 Melrose Rd
• 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
• Live Music: Bim Jeam & The Sadness @ North Forty Beer Company | 5 - 8 PM | Link
• All Ages: Punk/Indie/Emo & Pizza w/OLD CROSS (PDX) | 6 - 9 PM | Link
• Country Night - Backside Brewing Co. | 6 - 11 PM | Link
• Acoustic Blend LIVE at Two Shy Brewing - Roseburg | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | Link
• Anchored Down LIVE at The Wild Rose | 8 - 10:30 PM | Link
• Oakland City Wide Garage Sale
• 2nd Annual Fly-In Pig BBQ Competition | May 17 - 18th | Myrtle Creek Municipal Airport | Link
• Live Music: Katie Jane Band @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 9:30 PM | Link
• Live Music: Bad Reputation @​ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 8 PM
• Live Music: Scott Austin @​ Reustle-Prayer Rock Vineyards | 5:30 - 7:30 PM
• Live Music: Coleen & Gary @​ Melrose Vineyards | 1:30 PM

Sunday, May 18th

• Garden Valley Farmers Market | 11AM - 3PM
• Karaoke Night at The Wild Rose Saloon | 7 - 10 PM | Link
• Third Thursday BLUEGRASS Jam in Sutherlin (hosted by Oregon Bluegrass Association) | 1 - 4 PM | Link
• Angelic Noise LIVE at Oran Mor Artisan Meadery | 3 - 5 PM | Link
• Jonathan Foster LIVE at Spire Mountain Cellars | 5:30 - 8:30 PM | Link
• 2nd Annual Fly-In Pig BBQ Competition | May 17 - 18th | Myrtle Creek Municipal Airport | Link
• K9s Unleashed - FREE Event | Douglas County Speedway - Roseburg | Link
• Live Music: Twisted Pick @​ JosephJane Winery | 3 - 5 PM

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The Roseburg Receiver Updates

• We are now at 14,894 members!!! Thank you all so much for being here!
• The Roseburg Receiver Live YouTube stream will transition to a single, continuous livestream starting June 1st.
  Currently, a new live feed is created every 12 hours, which can be confusing for viewers. Our goal is to provide one consistent link for uninterrupted access. Since radio transmissions are already archived separately, recording each YouTube segment is unnecessary and creates redundant files.

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That is the scoop for this Friday morning. Have a great day and a wonderful weekend!

- The Roseburg Receiver Team