Good morning Douglas County! Here are today's updates live from the Roseburg Receiver Communications Center.

Today's Current Conditions

As of 6:00AM in Roseburg, Oregon

• Current Temp: 51° F
• Humidity: 100%
• Wind: 2 MPH SW
• Current Conditions: Cloudy
• Air Quality Index: 115
• Today's Forecast: High 61 | Low 51 | Cloudy
• Sunrise: 7:03 AM | Sunset: 4:52 PM

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Douglas County Morning News

AIR QUALITY ALERT FOR NORTHERN KLAMATH COUNTY INCLUDING CRATER LAKE

KQEN News Radio

An Air Quality Alert is in effect for northern Klamath County including the Crater Lake area.

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an advisory which is in effect until 3:00 p.m. Wednesday. This is due to stagnant conditions which is trapping smoke and other air pollutants near the ground where people breathe.

Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on the weather. People at risk include infants and young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults and those who are pregnant.

For additional information, go to: www.oregonsmoke.org

MANUFACTURED HOME RECEIVES EXTENSIVE DAMAGE IN FIRE TUESDAY NIGHT

KQEN News Radio

A manufactured home in Winston received extensive damage in a fire Tuesday night.

A release from Central Douglas Fire & Rescue said crews were dispatched just before 6:10 p.m.to the residence off Brosi Orchard Road. Battalion Chief Nick Wecks said the caller arrived home and found flames as she came up the driveway, so called 911. Wecks said initial crews on scene reported a working fire, began fire attack and established command.

Crews achieved a quick knockdown and had the second-arriving engine conduct a primary search. All occupants and their dog were outside the home when the initial crew arrived. No injuries were reported.

Wecks said CDF&R responded to the incident with three fire engines and one command unit, totaling 12 paid and volunteer personnel. Lookingglass Rural Fire District responded with an engine. Due to the level of damage, fire officials were unable to determine the cause of the fire. Staff with Pacific Power assisted at the scene.

DOUGLAS COUNTY CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY IS NOVEMBER 30TH

KQEN News Radio

Douglas County Commissioners Tim Freeman, Tom Kress and Chris Boice are excited to officially kick off the holiday season with the lighting of the 42nd annual Douglas County Christmas Tree on Sunday November 30th at 6:00 p.m. on the front lawn of the courthouse.

A county release said the family-friendly event is free and open to kids of all ages. The lights on the tree and on the courthouse will be on display throughout the holiday season.

The event represents a longstanding collaboration between the Board of Commissioners, City of Roseburg, and First Christian Church. The evening’s festivities include a family-oriented program with music presented by the Hucrest Community Choir under the direction of Colin Hurowitz, the reading of the traditional Christmas story, tree lighting, and a visit from Santa Claus. Across the street, First Christian Church and Journey Church will present a live nativity scene. The hospitality tent, sponsored by First Christian Church and the Board of Commissioners will feature hot cocoa, coffee and cookies served by the Miss Douglas County Scholarship program.

For those not able to attend in-person, the tree lighting ceremony will be live-streamed on the county government Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/DouglasCountyeGovernment

RESIDENTIAL LEAF PICKUP IS UNDERWAY IN ROSEBURG

KQEN News Radio

Roseburg Public Works is offering leaf collection for homeowners through the end of the year.

A city release said crews are providing this service for residents inside the city limits. Public Works staff follow a cyclical, systematic route to help residents with leaf disposal and to ensure the collection is provided in an effective, cost controlled program that helps keep leaves out of storm drains, creeks and rivers.

Weekday pickups move in a clockwise direction, starting in the Laurelwood neighborhood, going to the West Harvard Avenue area, and ending in the Mill-Pine Historic District. Each cycle through Roseburg’s neighborhoods takes about a month, depending on the quantities of leaves picked up. The route is repeated throughout the roughly two-month program. Residents can see pickup route updates on the Public Works Department leaf pickup webpage: https://www.cityofroseburg.org/departments/public-works/leaf-program

Residents must pile leaves neatly on the edge of their property or on the street in front of their property and away from the curb prior to the pickup.

Those who want leaves delivered can contact the Public Works Department at: pwd@roseburgor.gov or by calling 492-6730.

AVIVA HEALTH MEET AND GREET HAPPENING WEDNESDAY NIGHT

KQEN News Radio

Aviva Health is holding a meet-and-greet at the Glide Community Center Wednesday night from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to introduce two new physicians who are caring for patients in the organization’s Glide Clinic.

An Aviva release said Dr. Anna Fellman and Dr. Gray Dawson will join members of Aviva Health’s leadership team to host a complimentary dinner for Glide community members. The doctors will share their backgrounds and answer questions attendees may have related to the care they provide.

Both Dr. Fellman and Dr. Dawson are accepting new patients at Aviva Health’s Glide Clinic. To schedule an appointment or get more information, call 496-3504.

TWO LOCAL GROUPS AMONG 355 ARTS ORGANIZATIONS RECEIVING GRANT AWARDS

KQEN News Radio

Two local organizations: Umpqua Valley Association and Riverbend Live! are among 355 arts organizations that are sharing over $1.7 million in grants awards through the Oregon Arts Commission’s Sustaining Arts Program for the fiscal year 2026.

An OAC release said in 2025, the commission reimagined this grant program to provide a more equitable distribution of funds to arts organizations. Awards are based on a newly updated formula that considers an organization’s annual expenses, number of applications and available grant funds. Grant awards range from $1,000 to $20,000 and these unrestricted funds are available to nonprofit arts organizations that offer public arts programs throughout the year.

Umpqua Valley Arts is getting $5,916 while Riverbend Live! is receiving $2,368.

The Oregon Arts Commission is supported with general funds appropriated by the Oregon State Legislature and with federal funds from the National Endowment for the Arts as well as funds from the Oregon Cultural Trust. More information is available online at: http://www.artscommission.oregon.gov/

FOREST TO FRONT DOOR: WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP

KQEN News Radio

The Oregon State University Extension Forestry and Natural Resources program is holding a workshop titled, “Forest to front door: a wreath-making workshop”, on Thursday, December 11th.

An extension release said the workshop will be held at the Douglas Timber Operators pavilion at the Douglas County Fairgrounds from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Attendees will learn to identify, harvest, and use native forest materials to make beautiful wreaths. At this workshop, participants will design and construct their own wreath to take home with them, just in time for the holidays.

Some greenery will be provided, but people are encouraged to forage in their yard and property for any clippings. Anything from fir to classic holly, to the sword fern variety makes wreaths interesting and fun.

Wreath bases, floral wire, decorative ribbon, and clippers will be provided, but attendees are welcome to bring their own clippers or special decoration.

The class costs $20 per person. To register or learn more, go to: https://beav.es/xse of contact Alicia Christensen at 672-4461.

Douglas County Upcoming Events

Limited Time Events

• Intro to Capoeira Workshop @ Performance Martial Arts Academy | November 1 - December 6th | Every Saturday | 2:30 - 4 PM | Link

Monday, November 10th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7PM
• Open Mic Night @ Little Brothers Pub | 6 - 8 PM
• Live Music: Freddy Trujillo, Adam Gabriel @ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 10 PM | Link

Tuesday, November 11th

• 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
• 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
• 70th Annual Douglas County Veterans Day Parade | 11 AM | Link
• Live Music: Mark Malefyt @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Live Music: Oddities, A Moments Notice, Gouged, Divide in Silence, Seclusionist @ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 - 10 PM | Link
• Vine Katz Duo (Liz Jones & Dave Wilson on bass) | 2 - 4 PM | Link
• UCC Performing & Visual Arts presents Veterans Day Concert | 7 - 9:30 PM | Link
• World Famous Girls Night Out The Show @ The Scoreboard Annex | 8 - 10:30 PM | Link

Wednesday, November 12th

• 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.
• Cover Culture LIVE at Elements Lounge in Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 7 - 11 PM | Link

Thursday, November 13th

• DJ Trivia @ North Forty Beer Company | 7 - 8:30 PM
• Kick Up the Dust - Line Dancing Lessons @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7 - 8 PM
• Karaoke Night at Kodiak | Every Thursday and Saturday | 8 PM
• DJ Bingo @ Brix Bar & Grill | 7 - 9 PM | Link
• Draper Jam Night | 8 - 11:30 PM | Link
• Thirsty Thursday Cornhole Night @ Lookingglass Brewery | Every week on Thursday | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Open Mic Night @ Oran Mor | 5:30 PM | Link
• Cover Culture LIVE at Elements Lounge in Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 7 - 11 PM | Link
• Thursday Jam Night at The Scoreboard Annex, hosted by Steve Amari | 8:30 - 11:30 PM | Link

Friday, November 14th

• 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
• 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.
• Karaoke Night at Kodiak | Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday | 8 PM
• Winter Gift Market @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | Nov 14 & 15 | 10 AM - 6 PM | Link
• Second Chance Blues Band at The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Sellout Band LIVE at North Forty - Roseburg | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Acoustic Blend LIVE at Winston VFW | 6:30 - 9:30 PM | Link
• DJ Marc Eazy LIVE at Elements Lounge in Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 9 PM | Link

Saturday, November 15th

• Umpqua Valley Farmers Market | 9AM - 1PM | SE Jackson St | Link
• Roseburg Saturday Market - Outside Winter Market | 10AM - 2PM | Harvard Ave - Rife's Home Furniture Parking Lot (Every Saturday until December 20th)
• Drain Farmers Market | 308 N 1st St in Drain @ 10AM - 2PM
• Workman's Community Market | 4550 Old Hwy 99S | 10 AM - 3 PM
• 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 | Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday | 8 PM
• Winter Gift Market @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | Nov 14 & 15 | 10 AM - 6 PM | Link
• Table Top and Board Game Night @ Oran Mor | 6 - 9 PM | Link
• Rovers & Dragons LIVE at Two Shy Brewing - Roseburg | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | Link
• DJ Marc Eazy LIVE at Elements Lounge in Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 9 PM | Link
• Rumors RAVE | 9 PM - 12 AM | Link

Sunday, November 16th

• Garden Valley Farmers Market | 11 AM - 3 PM
• DJ Trivia Night @ Brix Bar and Grill | Every Sunday | 6 - 8 PM
• Jackpot Bingo @​ Lookingglass Brewery | 11 AM - 1 PM

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