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Douglas County Morning News

ROSEBURG MAN ARRESTED FOR ATTEMPTED MURDER

KQEN News Radio

A Roseburg man has been charged with attempted murder.

A release from the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office issued Wednesday, said on Sunday, November 9th, deputies responded to the 1300 block of Gazley Road in Myrtle Creek after a caller said there had been an assault. The victim of the assault had been transported to CHI Mercy Medical Center earlier in the night after it was reported that the man may have fallen, but it was determined that the injuries did not match the reported fall.

Due to the severity of the injuries, DCSO detectives responded to the scene. During the course of the investigation, detectives determined that the victim, 73-year-old Stephen Balliew of Myrtle Creek, was severely injured. This was after 21-year-old Health Lethlean of Roseburg, broke into Balliew’s residence and assaulted him with an object. Lethlean had fled the scene following the assault.

On Friday, November 14th, Lethlean was contacted and arrested in Roseburg. He was charged with second-degree attempted murder and several other charges. Bail was set at $1 million.

Detectives are continuing the investigation.

PACIFICORP REACHES SETTLEMENT WITH 1,434 PLAINTIFFS: LABOR DAY FIRES

KQEN News Radio

PacifiCorp has announced that it has reached a $150 million settlement with 1,434 plaintiffs associated with the Labor Day 2020 fires.

A Pacific Power release said, since 2020, the company has settled nearly 4,200 wildfire claims for $1.6 billion, which represents 70 percent of the individual claims in Oregon and California. The vast majority of the remaining claims are a part of the James class action litigation.

Pacific Power President Ryan Flynn said, “We are doing the responsible thing, and we are gratified to resolve these claims to provide plaintiffs with some closure to move on”. Flynn said, “The process that led to this settlement represents the fairest and most efficient way to resolve wildfire litigation. Class action litigation is costly, complex, takes several years to run its course and is a barrier to reasonable outcomes”

The release said PacificCorp remains willing to settle all outstanding reasonable claims related to the Echo Mountain, 242 and South Obenchain fires. Nearly 20 percent of plaintiffs in the James class action have now settled with PacifiCorp.

Due to the compelling findings in the Oregon Department of Forestry report that concluded PacifiCorp’s assets did not initiate or contribute to the Beachie Creek/Santiam Creek fire, the company will continue to actively defend against those claims.

Plaintiffs in the settlement are represented by the Warren Allen, Swigart Law Group and Spreter/Petiprin law firms.

The release said the settlement not only provides relief for those impacted by the Labor Day 2020 fires but also is a critical step in stabilizing the financial health of the company and ensuring the delivery of safe and reliable power to over 2 million customers across six states, including 630,000 in Oregon.

THRIVE UMPQUA ANNOUNCES THE RETURN OF BIKE THE LIGHTS RIDE

KQEN News Radio

Thrive Umpqua is bringing back Bike the Lights for a second year on Monday, November 24th.

A release said this family-friendly cycling event through the Festival of Lights at River Forks Park is a unique holiday experience made possible through a partnership with the Umpqua Velo Club, Bike Walk Roseburg, the Festival of Lights and the Roseburg Rotary Club. Last year over 200 people attended, decked out in their best holiday light- up gear.

Cyclists of all ages and skill levels are invited to join this 1.4-mile ride through the dazzling light displays. The ride will proceed at a leisurely pace, guided by volunteers stationed along the route. Participants are encouraged to decorate their bicycles with holiday lights and wear festive costumes. Santa Claus is scheduled to drop in for a special appearance.

The ride will conclude outside of the Holiday Village at Helleck Hall, where riders can warm up with complimentary hot chocolate and cookies.

Check-in from 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. with the ride departing at 5:45 p.m. Cars will resume going through the park at 7:00 p.m. Pre-register to check-in smoother and to secure a borrowed helmet or light at: http://bit.ly/bikethelights2025

Walkers are welcome to walk through the park and enjoy the lights after the cyclists depart. Pets are not allowed during this event.

UCC WINERY CELEBRATING WINESGIVING WEEKEND

KQEN News Radio

The Southern Oregon Wine Institute is celebrating Winesgiving Weekend with an open house at the UCC Winery on Friday and Saturday, November 28th and 29th.

The event will run from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day, offering wine tasting and other specials. There will be exclusive case specials, barrel tours, and tastings from guest wineries.

On Saturday, it’s Pet Portrait Day from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 pm. A $10 donation gets a complimentary wine tasting and a photo of your pet with a holiday themed backdrop. UCC is proud to be working with Aviva Health for this event. All proceeds will benefit Aviva’s “The Dogtor’ is In” program.

The Southern Oregon Wine Institute is located on the northwest side of the Umpqua Community Campus, just off Interstate Five at exit 129.

For more information about SOWI, go to: https://www.umpquavalleywineries.org/wineries/southern-oregon-wine-institute/

MYRTLE CREEK MAIN STREET ASSOCIATION WITH CORK & KEG WALK FRIDAY NIGHT

KQEN News Radio

The Myrtle Creek Main Street Association has the Cork & Keg walk happening from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday night.

Around sixteen businesses are participating in the downtown area. Attendees can discover and shop local businesses while sipping local wines and brews. $25 gets participants a commemorative glass which they can use during the event. Pre-sale for the event is underway at MSK True Value Hardware, Dad’s Garage Taphouse, and SOCO Coffee Company.

For more information about the Myrtle Creek Main Street Association, go to: https://www.facebook.com/MainStreetMCA/

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
• Umpqua Valley Festival of Lights 2025 | November 23 - January 1st | 5:30 PM | Link

Monday, November 17th

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

Tuesday, November 18th

• 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

Wednesday, November 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.
• Live Music: Dylan James @ Two Shy Brewing | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• The Brothers Reed LIVE at Elements Lounge in Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 7 - 11 PM | Link

Thursday, November 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
• 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
• Celtic Jam Night @ Oran Mor | 5 - 8 PM | Link
• Local on Vendor Night @ Cooper Ridge Vineyard | 3 - 6 PM | Link
• Trivia Night @ Trella | 6:30 PM | Link
• All Age Karaoke Night at Urban NY Pizza & Grill | 7 - 9 PM | Link
• The Brothers Reed 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
• Live Music: Mario Carboni & Norm Hamlet @ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 - 10 PM
• Live Music: Green Jelly @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 8 - 11 PM

Friday, November 21st

• 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
• Wild at Heart @ Dad's Garage Taphouse | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Timberwolf LIVE at Winston VFW | 6 - 10 PM | Link
• UCC Performing & Visual Arts presents Roseburg Concert Chorale "Messiah" | 7 - 9:30 PM | Link
• The Brothers Reed LIVE at Elements Lounge in Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 9 PM - 1 AM | Link
• Cork and Keg Walk | Downtown Myrtle Creek | 5 - 8 PM

Saturday, November 22nd

• 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
• Live Music: Vern Thompson @ Spire Mountain Cellars | 1 - 4 PM | Link
• Not Your Average Singles Mingle | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Debra Kay & Jason Heald LIVE at Two Shy Brewing - Roseburg | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | Link
• The Brothers Reed LIVE at Elements Lounge in Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 9 PM - 1 AM | Link
• Annual Sip, Shop, Stroll and Stay Wine Walk | Downtown Oakland | 12 - 5 PM | Link
• Reiki & Sound Immersion @​ Wholistic Earth | 9:30 - 11 AM | Link
• Live Music: Debra Kay & Jason Heald @​ Two Shy Brewing | 6:30 - 8:30 PM
• Live Music: Daniel Nickels Band @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 - 11 PM
• Live Music: Brian James & The Revival @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 9 PM

Sunday, November 23rd

• DJ Trivia Night @ Brix Bar and Grill | Every Sunday | 6 - 8 PM
• UCC Performing & Visual Arts presents Roseburg Concert Chorale "Messiah" | 3 - 5:30 PM | Link
• Fall Centerpiece Class w/ Barb's Flowers @​ Melrose Vineyards | 11 AM | Link

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That is the scoop for this Thursday morning. Have a great day!

- The Roseburg Receiver Team