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: 48° F
• Humidity: 75%
• Wind: 2 MPH SW
• Current Conditions: Sunny
• Air Quality Index: 24
• Today's Forecast: High 70 | Low 48
• Yesterday's Rain Levels (May 1st): 0.00
• May's Monthly Rainfall: 0.00 Inches

Roseburg Area Morning News

ROSEBURG HAD HOTTEST DAY OF THE YEAR SO FAR ON THURSDAY

KQEN News Radio

Roseburg had the hottest day of the year so far on Thursday.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service in Medford told News Radio 93-9 FM and 1240 KQEN that the mercury reached 86 degrees at the Roseburg Regional Airport. The previous warmest high temperature for 2025 was 84 degrees, set on April 14th.

Forecasters said Friday will have cloudy periods. A cold front will move in Friday night bringing showers that will linger through mid-morning on Saturday. The balance of the day is expected to be sunny. Low clouds are forecast for Saturday night into Sunday. Above normal temperatures are expected for next week with highs ranging between the low to mid 70s and the low to mid 80s.

ROSEBURG WITH BELOW NORMAL RAIN FOR APRIL, ABOVE NORMAL FOR WATER YEAR

KQEN News Radio

Roseburg saw below normal rainfall for the month of April but is still above the normal amount for the water year.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service said the Roseburg Regional Airport measured 0.76 inches of rain last month. The normal amount for April is 2.71 inches, meaning Roseburg was 1.95 inches below normal.

For the rain year, which is October 1st through the end of September, the gauge at the airport has registered 32.15 inches of moisture. The normal amount for the rain year to this point is 27.71 inches.

DOWDY INDICTED FOR FATAL CRASH WITH UCC BUS

KQEN News Radio

Wednesday morning in Coquille, four Coos County sheriff’s deputies wheeled Johnathan James Dowdy into a courtroom to face now-formal charges in the crash that claimed the lives of two members of the Umpqua Community College softball team and injured several others.

Dowdy, 32, of Coos Bay, was in a wheelchair as he heard the charges from Judge Matthew Muenchrath in Coos County Circuit Court.

Wednesday’s court appearance was initially scheduled to be a preliminary hearing but turned into an arraignment as a grand jury met Tuesday and returned a multi-count indictment, according to court records. The grand jury examined 11 witnesses including multiple police officers, at least one paramedic and a toxicologist from the Oregon State Police.

Dowdy’s indictment differs slightly from the crimes charged in his initial arrest by the Oregon State Police. In addition to two counts of first-degree manslaughter, he faces three counts of second-degree assault, eight counts of third-degree assault, nine counts of recklessly endangering another person. Additional charges include single counts of driving on a suspended license, driving while intoxicated and reckless driving.

The indictment accuses Dowdy of recklessly causing the death of two victims, under circumstances of extreme indifference to the value of human life. The counts of second-degree assault accuse him of causing serious physical injuries to three victims under those same circumstances.

Dowdy remains jailed on a bail of $2 million, and Muenchrath set his next hearing for May 21.

Get the complete story by picking up a copy of Friday’s edition of The News Review.

SENATORS MERKLEY, WYDEN RESPOND REGARDING RE-ELECTION PLANS

KQEN News Radio

With just over 100 days into the second term of President Donald Trump, Oregon’s Democratic U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden are responding to questions about each of their plans to run for re-election when their terms come up.

Maggie Sunstrum, spokesperson for the Merkley campaign told News Radio 93-9 FM and 1240 KQEN, “Jeff is 100% focused on defeating Trump’s agenda. Trump’s plan is simple: Families lose, Billionaires win. Jeff is fighting for a much better plan: Families thrive. And Billionaires pay their fair share of taxes”. Sunstrum said, “As usual, Jeff and Mary will make a formal campaign announcement regarding 2026 sometime this quarter”. Merkley was first elected to the U.S. Senate when he defeated Republican Senator Gordon Smith in 2008.

Wyden spokesperson Hank Stern told KQEN, “As Senator Wyden has said when asked, he fully intends to run for re-election in 2028”. Wyden joined the Senate after a special election where he defeated Oregon State Senate President Gordon Smith to fill the seat vacated by Republican Senator Bob Packwood in 1996.

PROPOSED CITY BUDGET TO BE CONSIDERED ON TUESDAY

KQEN News Radio

The public can provide input and learn about the City of Roseburg’s proposed annual operating budget when the Roseburg Budget Committee meets next week.

A city release said the 15-person committee – comprised of 8 city councilors and 7 Roseburg residents – will meet at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 6th in the city council chambers. The Budget Committee will discuss the proposed budget and may meet on Wednesday, May 7th and possibly Thursday, May 8th, as needed until the budget is approved.

The public can provide comments in person, or via Zoom or email on agenda items such as the proposed nearly $114 million budget for the upcoming fiscal year, or during a public hearing about possibles uses of about $235,000 in state Local Government Shared Revenue funds.

During the meeting, officials such as City Manager Nikki Messenger, Finance Director Ron Harker and other department heads will give a Power Point presentation overview of the proposed budget and answer questions.

More information about the Budget Committee’s process, the meeting agenda, and how to provide input is available the committee’s webpage: https://www.cityofroseburg.org/your-government/commissions/budget-commitee

SOUTH UMPQUA SCHOOL DISTRICT HAS BOARD VACANCY

KQEN News Radio

The South Umpqua School District is seeking to fill one vacant position on its Board of Education.

The Zone 3 Position 3 seat is now open following the resignation of board member Kellyn Goodwin, effective April 16th.

The applicant selected by the board will serve in the position through June 30th, 2027, when the current term ends.

Candidates must be legally registered voters, have either a Canyonville or Myrtle Creek address and must have lived in the district for at least one year before the election. Candidates may not be an employee of the district, including substitutes.

Interested citizens can submit a letter of interest for the board position through May 16th. The board is expected to screen letters of interest at the board work session on May 21st. Letters should be sent to the South Umpqua School District, attention Tabitha Roberts at 558 Southwest Chadwick Lane in Myrtle Creek, 97457. It can also be submitted via email at: Tabitha.roberts@susd.k12.or.us.

For more information, contact the Office of the Superintendent at 863-3115.

MASTER GARDENER PLANT & GARDEN EXPO IS SATURDAY

KQEN News Radio

The Douglas County Master Gardener Plant and Garden Expo is this Saturday.

The event will feature thousands of annuals, perennials, grasses, trees, native, and pollinator plants, and more. All have been grown by local Master Gardener volunteers and offered at great prices.

The Plant and Garden Expo is held annually as a fundraiser for the Douglas County Master Gardener Association and supports its community education programs.

The expo will include over 60 vendors offering horticultural products including plants, garden art, tools and more. Raffles will be held with a number of prizes offered. Admission is $3, but children under age 12 get in for free.

Master Gardener plants will be available for purchase with cash, checks, and credit cards. Vendors may not accept all forms of payment.

For more information about the Douglas County Master Gardener Association, go to: https://www.facebook.com/douglascountymgs

COMMUNITY BIKE RIDE HAPPENING SUNDAY

KQEN News Radio

Thrive Umpqua and Umpqua Velo Club will host a Community Bike Ride this Sunday.

It will take place at Ford’s Pond on Church Road in Sutherlin between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Sunday is National Ride a Bike Day. The loop around the pond is 1.7 miles and participants are welcome to do as many laps as they would like. All ages and abilities are welcome.

There will be prizes and refreshments. Riders are encouraged to dress in a Star Wars theme for this May 4th event. Helmets are required. There is no cost to participate.

Get more information about the Community Bike Ride at: https://www.umpquavelo.org/

Roseburg Area Upcoming Events

Limited Time Events

• Dance Potpourri @​ UMAC Studio | Every Wednesday | March 5 - April 30th | 5:30 - 6:30 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
• Community Yoga Class @ Body Balance | Every week on Wednesday | March 20 - June 25th | Body Balance Yoga Center | 12 PM | Link

Monday, April 28th

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

Tuesday, April 29th

• 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
• Qigong for Health & Healing @ Body Balance Yoga Center | 5:30 - 6:30 PM | Link

Wednesday, April 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.
• 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

Thursday, May 1st

• 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
• Celtic Jam Night @ Oran Mor | 5 - 8 PM | Link
• Draper Jam Night | 8 - 11:30 PM | Link
• Pinball Palooza 2025 @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 11 AM - 6 PM | Link
• Thirsty Thursday Cornhole Night @ Lookingglass Brewery | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Umpqua Valley Fly Fishers Meeting @ The Roseburg Country Club | There will be socializing, guest speakers, raffle prizes and fun! This will be an ongoing event the first Thursday of every month through June | 5:30 PM
• Live Music: Skip Jones & the Spirit of New Orleans @ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 10 PM | Link

Friday, May 2nd

• 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
• Karaoke Contest @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 8 - 11 PM | Link
• Wild Rumours: A Fleetwood Mac Experience @ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 - 10:30 PM | Link

Saturday, May 3rd

• 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
• Constellations: Dances of the Zodiac @ Whipple Fine Arts Center - UCC | May 3rd and 4th | 7:30 - 9 PM | Link
• Derby Day Social @ Melrose Vineyards | 12:30 - 3:30 PM | Link
• Karaoke Night - Shamrocks Cocktail Bar | 6 - 9 PM | Link
• Wild Rumours: A Fleetwood Mac Experience LIVE at The Rosebud / ALL AGES | 6 - 9:30 PM | Link
• Battle at the Blendz - Two Piece Face + ODDITIES + When Empires Fall | 6:30 - 11 PM | Link
• Rockwork Orange LIVE at Workman's Bar & Smokehouse - Cinco de Mayo | 8 - 11 PM | Link
• JMann "Scramble for Scholars" Golf Tournament | Public Fundraiser | Bar Run Golf and RV Resort | Link
• Annual Barks and Recreation Festival | Stewart Park | Link
• Plant & Garden Festival | Douglas County Fairgrounds
• Gem and Mineral Show | Douglas County Fairgrounds
• Derby Day Social @​ Melrose Vineyards | 12:30 - 3:30 PM
• Live Music: Bekkah McCalvage @​ Two Shy Brewing | 6:30 - 8:30 PM
• Free Comic Book Day @​ Heroes Haven | 10 AM
• Live Music: Brian Dean @​ North Forty Beer Company | 5 - 8 PM
• Live Music: John Shipe @​ Spire Mountain Cellars | 1 PM

Sunday, May 4th

• Garden Valley Farmers Market | 11AM - 3PM
• Karaoke Night at The Wild Rose Saloon | 7 - 10 PM | Link
• Acoustic Blend LIVE at JosephJane Winery | 3 - 5 PM | Link
• Gem and Mineral Show | Douglas County Fairgrounds

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