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Douglas County Morning News

MERKLEY HOLDS SENATE FLOOR FOR 22 HOURS, 37 MINTES TO RING ALARM BELLS

KQEN News Radio

On Wednesday, Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley issued a statement after holding the Senate floor for 22 hours, 37 minutes – the third longest in Senate history.

A release from the senator said he wanted to ring alarm bells about what he called, “..the Trump Administration’s authoritarian takeover of the country”.

Merkley said, “Trump’s plan is to replace government ‘of, by and for the people’ with government ‘of, by and for the powerful’.

Merkley said, “This is the position we’re in right now in the United States of America. An authoritarian strongman is pushing for complete control of America thanks to a rubber-stamp Congress, a Supreme Court that’s delivering more and more power to the Executive, and an Executive that has a well-planned strategy to trample our democratic institutions, thanks for Project 2025”.

Merkley said, “Americans are standing up because the President is not a king. Americans are standing up because laws are not suggestions. Americans are standing up because following the Constitution is not optional”.

Merkley’s statement concluded by saying, “After over 22 hours on the floor, my message is exactly the same as it was when I started: We need to stand strong together to ring the alarm bells that “Trump’s authoritarianism is here now”.

Archived livestreams of Merkley’s speech are available on his YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@SenatorJeffMerkleyYT.

NEW HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS CLOSE TO COMPLETION

KQEN News Radio

The new Holiday Inn Express in Roseburg is close to completion.

Bruce Hanna told News Radio 93-9 FM and 1240 KQEN that the project on Northwest Mulholland Drive is targeted to be finished by the end of December. Hanna said the new facility is an equal partnership between Hanna Hospitality and Sycan Corporation. It will be managed by Merete’ which has similar ownership to Sycan.

Hanna said the Holiday Inn Express will feature 100 guest rooms and an indoor pool. Planning for the project began over two years ago. Construction has been underway for the past 14 months.

Hanna said that Hanna Heritage Place has been designed as a retail, dining and hospitality attraction for Roseburg. He feels adding an additional new branded hotel to the center will be an excellent reason for people to come off Interstate 5 and stay in Roseburg. The Hampton Inn and Suites opened on the property at the end of April in 2018.

Hanna said the remaining space in Hanna Heritage Place is still available. The company has been working to get a new tenant since Elmer’s Restaurant closed in August of 2024. That building was later demolished.

The new Holiday Inn Express is scheduled to open sometime in January.

ROSEBURG RESIDENTIAL LEAF PICKUPS TO START ON NOVEMBER 3RD

KQEN News Radio

Roseburg Public Works Department will offer leaf collection service for homeowners starting next month.

A city release said from the week of Monday, November 3rd through Wednesday, December 31st, street crews will provide leaf pickup service to residents inside the city limits.

Public Works crews follow a cyclical, systematic route to help residents with leaf disposal and to ensure leaf collection is provided in an effect, cost-controlled program that helps keep leaves out of storm drains, creeks and rivers. Last year, city crews picked up 880 cubic yards of leaves. That is equal to 88 standard dump truck loads.

Weekday pickups begin in the Laurelwood neighborhood just west of downtown, then move west to the area of West Harvard Avenue. From there, collection goes in a clockwise direction, ending in the Mill-Pine Historic District.

The release said 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 collection 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 should pile leaves neatly on the edge of their property or in the street in front of their property and away from the curb, prior to pick up. Other tips include:

*Make sure leaf piles are free of debris such as branches and rocks, and not piled near parked vehicles

*Keep street gutters, ditches, bike lanes, and catch basins free of leaves

*Public Works crews will not pick up any items except leaves that have been raked and piled up

*Residents are responsible for any hazards they create for others by the placement of their leaves

*Residents who pile leaves in the city’s right-of-way are responsible for keeping drainage structures clear of leaves during rainstorms until leaves can be picked up.

The Public Works Department can deliver truck loads of leaves to city residents depending on scheduling and available quantities. Call 492-6730 for more information.

GLOBAL WARMING COALITION WITH MEETING ON CLIMATE CHALLENGES

KQEN News Radio

The Douglas County Global Warming Coalition has an upcoming forum on climate change adaptation and resiliency with an emphasis on wildfires, next week.

“Meeting Today’s Climate Challenges, Community Resilience and Sustainability” will be presented Thursday, October 30th at 6:30 p.m. in the Ford Room of the Roseburg Public Library on Northeast Diamond Lake Boulevard. From wildfires to unprecedented heat waves, the organization believes that everyone needs to know how the community can adapt to changes in the climate.

The presenters will be:

• Dr. Chris Adlam, Southwest Regional Fire Specialist with the Oregon State University Extension Service, Southern Oregon Research and Extension Center.
• Douglas County Emergency Manager Emily Ring
• Oregon Department of Human Services, Social Services Emergency Liaison Terra Ralph

For more information about the Douglas County Global Warming Coalition, go to: http://www.douglascountyglobalwarmingcoalition.com/

MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY – DOUGLAS COUNTY STILL SEEKING VOLUNTEERS

KQEN News Radio

Make a Difference Day – Douglas County is still seeking volunteers for this Saturday’s local day of service.

Make a Difference Day is a nationally recognized day of service that is held on the fourth Saturday of every October. This will be the fourth annual event in Douglas County and was organized by a group of local community service leaders.

Assistance is needed on over a dozen projects. The event’s primary sponsors include the United Community Action Network, Thrive Umpqua, Greater Douglas United Way, Roseburg Schools, Sunrise Enterprises, JustServe and The Salvation Army.

Volunteers can choose a project to work on during a three-hour shift from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Groups from businesses and service organizations are also encouraged to participate and can sign up as teams. A list of projects and sign-up instructions can be found online at: https://makeadifferenceday.org/

ROSEBURG HIGH SCHOOL THEATER DEPARTMENT PRESENTS SHAKESPEARE

KQEN News Radio

Roseburg High School Theater will present William Shakespeare’s Macbeth in November.

The production has been adapted by RHS Theater Department Director Troy Pennington.

A synopsis says when Macbeth, a celebrated war hero, encounters three mysterious witches, their dark predictions ignite an unquenchable hunger for the throne. With his cunning wife by his side, Macbeth plunges headlong into betrayal, murder, and madness – setting off a chain of vengeance that can only end in ruin.

Performances will be on Friday and Saturday nights at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday afternoon’s at 2:00 p.m. from November 14th through 23rd. The show will be presented in the Rose Theater on the RHS campus.

Tickets at the door are $10 for adults, and $5 for children under age 13. A $1 charge will be added for using a card. Students with identification are admitted for free.

The show features flashing lights, loud sound effects and scary situations. Parental guidance is suggested for those aged 12 and under.

UMPQUA VALLEY ARTS MEMBER’S EXHIBIT OPENS FRIDAY

KQEN News Radio

Umpqua Valley Arts Association is presenting its 2025 Member’s Exhibit opening on Friday.

This year’s show features well over 100 works from active UVA members. This ranges from paintings and ceramics, to wood, metal, photography and more. The exhibit will fill all four main galleries at the Arts Center.

The opening reception will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Small bites and sips will be available for those attending. There will also be live music. Remarks from UVA staff will be presented at 5:30 p.m.

The exhibit will be on display through December 19th. The UVA is open Tuesdays through Fridays from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Complete information about UVA is available at: https://uvarts.com/

Douglas County Upcoming Events

Limited Time Events

• 2nd Annual Roseburg Ghost Tour | October 17, 18, 24, & 25 | 6:30 PM | Link
• Nightmares at Fairview Manor @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | October 24, 25, 30, 31 & November 1 | 7 - 10 PM | Link
• Zoobilee @ Wildlife Safari | October 24, 25, 26 | 5 - 8 PM | Link

Monday, October 20th

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

Tuesday, October 21st

• 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
• Old Soul Pizza & UVPD Pizza Fundraiser

Wednesday, October 22nd

• 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.
• Canyonville Farmers Market | 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM | Seven Feathers Casino Resort Parking Lot (May - October)
• The Ashes LIVE at Elements Lounge | 7 - 11 PM | Link

Thursday, October 23rd

• 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
• Lookingglass Grange 927 Farmers Market | 2:30 - 5:30 PM | April - October
• 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
• Pints for Pits @ North Forty Beer Company | 4 - 7 PM | Link
• The Ashes LIVE at Elements Lounge | 9 - 11 PM | Link

Friday, October 24th

• 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.
• 2nd Annual Roseburg Ghost Tour | October 17, 18, 24, & 25 | 6:30 PM | Link
• Nightmares at Fairview Manor @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | October 24, 25, 30, 31 & November 1 | 7 - 10 PM | Link
• Supper Club Dinner @ Melrose Vineyards | 5:30 - 8:30 PM | Link
• Zoobilee @ Wildlife Safari | October 24, 25, 26 | 5 - 8 PM | Link
• The Ashes LIVE at Elements Lounge | 9 PM - 1 AM | Link
• Costume Glow Dance @ MCE Skyhawk Room - Myrtle Creek | 6 - 8 PM

Saturday, October 25th

• Umpqua Valley Farmers Market | 9AM - 1PM | SE Jackson St | Link
• Roseburg Saturday Market | 10AM - 2PM | Harvard Ave - Rife's Home Furniture Parking Lot (Every Saturday until Oct 25th)
• Drain Farmers Market | 308 N 1st St in Drain @ 10AM - 2PM
• Workman's Community Market | 4550 Old Hwy 99S | 10 AM - 3 PM
• Myrtle Creek Outdoor Farmers and Craft Market | 10 AM - 2 PM | April - October | 106 S Main St (Elks Lodge Parking Lot)
• 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 and Saturday | 8 PM
• 2nd Annual Roseburg Ghost Tour | October 17, 18, 24, & 25 | 6:30 PM | Link
• Nightmares at Fairview Manor @ Douglas County Fairgrounds | October 24, 25, 30, 31 & November 1 | 7 - 10 PM | Link
• Zoobilee @ Wildlife Safari | October 24, 25, 26 | 5 - 8 PM | Link
• Halloween Spooktacular @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 7 - 11 PM | Link
• Reiki & Sound Immersion @ Body Balance Yoga Center | 2 - 3:30 PM | Link
• Table Top and Board Game Night @ Oran Mor | 6 - 9 PM | Link
• Umpqua Autumn Market @ The Nursery | 10 AM - 5 PM | Link
• The Homemade Jam Duo LIVE at Spire Mountain Winery | 1 - 4 PM | Link
• Halloween Spookacular at Seven Feathers Casino | 7 - 11 PM | Link
• Urban Blendz Open Stage Night | 7 - 11 PM | Link
• All Hallow's Eve Party-Rockwork Orange at Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 9 PM - 12 AM | Link
• Rumors - Zombie Prom | 9 PM - 1 AM | Link
• The Ashes LIVE at Elements Lounge | 9 PM - 1 AM | Link
• Sutherlin Downtown Halloween Trunk or Treat | Link
• Harvest Halloween @ Workman's | 10 AM - 3 PM (Costume parade for the kids at 1 PM)
• Vikings & Pirates Night, w/ Rovers & Dragons @​ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 10 PM | Link
• 2025 Southern Oregon Fly Tying & Fishing Expo | Winston Community Center | Raffles, auctions, exhibits, fly tying sessions, and more. | Link

Sunday, October 26th

• Garden Valley Farmers Market | 11 AM - 3 PM
• DJ Trivia Night @ Brix Bar and Grill | Every Sunday | 6 - 8 PM
• Zoobilee @ Wildlife Safari | October 24, 25, 26 | 5 - 8 PM | Link
• Akropolis Reed Quintet @ Centerstage Theater at Umpqua Community College | 3 PM | Link
• Halloween Floral Class w/ Barb’s Flowers @ JosephJane Winery | 11 AM | Link
• Live Music: Scott Austin @ Melrose Vineyards | 3 - 6 PM | Link
• Fox & Bones, Justin Farren @ The Rosebud Theatre | 5 - 9 PM | Link

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

- The Roseburg Receiver Team

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