Good morning Douglas County! 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: 47° F
• Humidity: 88%
• Wind: 2 MPH N
• Current Conditions: Mostly Cloudy
• Air Quality Index: 24
• Today's Forecast: High 66 | Low 45 | Mostly Cloudy
• Sunrise: 7:20 AM | Sunset: 6:42 PM

Today's Fire Weather Forecast

Fire Weather Forecast for southern Oregon and northern California
National Weather Service Medford, OR
435 AM PDT Wed Oct 8 2025

DISCUSSION: A change in the pattern has begun with a coastal marine push. Low pressure is expected to dominate the pattern during the next week with cooler temperatures, rain chances, and periods of gusty winds. The highest probabilities for rain will be on Friday and Monday, and will be accompanied by slight chances of thunderstorms.

Fire Danger

River Temperatures

Douglas County Morning News

GOVERNOR KOTEK DIRECTS FEDERAL OFFICIALS TO SEND GUARD MEMBERS HOME

KQEN News Radio

On Tuesday, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek directed the United States Northern Command to take immediate action to demobilize Oregon’s 200 National Guard citizen-soldiers and return the 200 California National Guard members to California.

A release from the Governor’s Office said the Oregon National Guard members are currently staged at Camp Rilea and the California National Guard is staged at Camp Withycombe.

Governor Kotek said, “Judge Karin J. Immergut’s orders are a clear and forceful rebuttal to President Trump’s misuse of states’ National Guard. Thus, I am directing Northern Command to send Oregon’s citizen-soldiers home from Camp Rilea immediately”. Governor Kotek said, “Let’s remember that these Oregonians are our neighbors and friends, who have been unlawfully uprooted from their family and careers- they deserve better than this”.

GOVERNOR KOTEK MEETS WITH HOMELAND SECURITY SECRETARY

KQEN News Radio

On Tuesday, Governor Tina Kotek met with Department of Homeland Security Secretary, Kristi Noem at Portland airport upon the Secretary’s arrival in Oregon.

Governor Kotek stated, “Today, in my meeting with Secretary Noem, I reiterated again that there is no insurrection in Oregon. Twice now, a federal judge has affirmed that there is no legal basis for military deployment in Portland. I was clear that I have confidence in local law enforcement to meet the moment”.

Governor Kotek said, “I requested that Department of Homeland Security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents obey Oregon laws when they engage in federal operations. I reiterated that I continue to be focused on doing whatever I can to protect Oregonians from military intervention or harmful federal law enforcement tactics.

Governor Kotek concluded, “Oregon is united against military policing in our communities”.

DFPA CONTINUES WITH PRESCRIBED BURNS WEDNESDAY

KQEN News Radio

The Douglas Forest Protective Association is continuing with prescribed burns on Wednesday.

DFPA Public Information Officer Rachel Pope said burns will take place:

• 2400 block of Clarks Branch Road, south of Roseburg. Smoke may be visible from Interstate 5, Dixonville, Green, Winston, Roseburg and Myrtle Creek.
• 10500 block of Old Highway 99 South in Dillard. Smoke may be seen in Dillard, Myrtle Creek, Green, Roseburg, Round Prairie, Interstate 5, Highway 42 and Highway 99.

Complete fire season information is available at www.dfpa.net

STEWART PARK DRIVE BRIDGE CLOSED TO PEDESTRIANS AND BIKES WEDNESDAY

KQEN News Radio

The historic Stewart Park Drive Bridge in Roseburg is closed to pedestrians and bicyclists Wednesday from 6:00 a.m. to approximately 7:00 p.m.

A city release said road resurfacing is taking place as part of the major bridge rehabilitation project. A polymer coating is being placed on the bridge deck and public works officials say time is needed to let it cure before foot traffic and bikes resume using the bridge.

The bridge project is expected to be finished by November.

NORTH BEND MAN DIES IN SINGLE-VEHICLE CRASH NEAR DRAIN

KQEN News Radio

A North Bend man died in a single-vehicle crash near Drain on Monday morning.

An Oregon State Police report said just before 5:30 a.m. troopers responded to the wreck on Highway 38 near milepost 49.

The preliminary investigation indicated that a full-sized sedan operated by 52-year-old Kenneth Shane Garrison was traveling eastbound on Highway 38 when the vehicle left the roadway for an unknown reason. The sedan traveled down an embankment, struck a tree, and came to rest at the bottom of the embankment.

Garrison was the sole occupant of the vehicle and was declared deceased at the scene.

Highway 38 was not impacted during the on-scene investigation.

OSP was assisted by North Douglas County Fire and EMS and the Oregon Department of Transportation.

H.O.P.E. DRUG COURT PARTICIPANT WITH TREASURES FOR HOPE DRIVE

KQEN News Radio

The community is invited to join the Treasures for Hope Drive to support the Gary Leif Navigation Center in Roseburg.

A Douglas County Circuit Court release said the center is a program dedicated to providing resources and a hand-up for individuals experiencing homelessness or hardship. Donations will be collected now through November 24th. This effort is being organized by Drug Court participant Zach Schwab.

The Gary Leif Navigation Center is a safe place where individuals can connect to essential services, find stability, and work toward long-term solutions. By offering food, shelter, hygiene access, and links to other community resources, organizers say the center helps people rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.

Community members are encouraged to donate new or gently used:

• Men’s and women’s clothing
• Men’s and women’s shoes
• Pillows, throw blankets, and sleeping bags
• Reading books, card games and adult games such as trivia
• Dog food

Drop off locations:

• Adapt Integrated Health Care 2nd floor lobby on West Madrone Street
• Douglas County Juvenile Department 1st floor lobby of the courthouse.

To view graduate flyers or learn more about the H.O.P.E. Drug Court program, go to: https://www.douglascountyor.gov/851/HOPE-Drug-Court

SMART READING CALLS FOR COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

KQEN News Radio

SMART Reading is seeking community volunteers to help kids thrive through reading.

A release from the non-profit said local residents are needed to help support and empower young readers. As the organization kicks off its 34th year, it is looking for volunteers to read with students weekly during the current school year.

Since 1992, SMART Reading has helped more than 334,000 Oregon children build reading skills and a lifelong love of books. This year, SMART plans to serve over 1,300 students and give away more than 18,000 books in Douglas, Coos and Curry counties.

To sign up to help SMART Reading in the Umpqua Valley, call 672-6477, or stop by their office at 514 Southeast Jackson Street in downtown Roseburg.

WILDLIFE SAFARI BOOS AND BREWS HAPPENING OCTOBER 18TH

KQEN News Radio

DOUGLAS C.A.R.E.S.PRESENTS BOOZY BINGO ON OCTOBER 30TH

KQEN News Radio

Douglas C.A.R.E.S. presents Boozy Bingo on October 30th.

It will take place from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Backside Brewing Co. on Northeast Odell Avenue in Roseburg.

A $25 ticket gets 8 bingo cards. The evening will include many prizes, raffles, a dessert auction, and more. Extra bingo cards will be on sale as well. A sponsorship comes with some cool extras like an exclusive final round of bingo with a grand prize.

To sign up, email Douglas C.A.R.E.S. at: amanda@douglascares.org or call 957-5646.

Douglas County Upcoming Events

Limited Time Events

• The Art Gallery: "TURNING the/into TOOLS," by Ralf Huber @ Whipple Fine Arts Center | Sept 15 - October 15 | 10 AM - 4 PM | Link
• Snapped @ Umpqua Actors Community Theatre (UACT) | 7 PM | October 9 - 12 & 16 - 19 | Link

Monday, October 6th

• DJ Trivia Night @ Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7PM
• Open Mic Night @ Little Brothers Pub | 6 - 8 PM
• Live Music: Wild at Heart @ Old Soul Pizza | 5:30 PM
• Empty Bowls Dinner @ UCAN Food Bank Warehouse | 5:30 PM | Link

Tuesday, October 7th

• 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
• Glide Farmers Market | June 3 - Oct 7th | 10 AM - 1 PM | Glide Community Center
• 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: Lioneer, Tarantula Trust Fund @ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 10 PM | Link
• Sips for Snips @ Two Shy Brewing | 11 AM - 6 PM | Link
• Live Music: Joe Ross @​ Old Soul Pizza | 5 PM

Wednesday, October 8th

• DJ Trivia @ Backside Brewing Co. | 6 - 7:30 PM
• Karaoke/Open Mic Night @ Idle Hour Tavern | 9 PM - 12:30 AM
• Canyonville Farmer’s Market | 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM | Link
• 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)
• WineDown Wednesday @​ Melrose Vineyards | 5:30 PM
• Saucy LIVE at Elements Lounge | 7 - 11 PM | Link

Thursday, October 9th

• 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
• Snapped @ Umpqua Actors Community Theatre (UACT) | 7 PM | Link
• Bob Hall LIVE at Old Soul Pizza | 5:50 - 7:30 PM | Link
• Live Music: NIGHTBRAIN, James & The Lost Dogs LIVE @ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 10 PM

Friday, October 10th

• 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.
• David Rogers - Live Music at The Atom | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Eli Howard and The Greater Good @ The Cozy | 8 - 11 PM | Link
• Live Music: Strange Birds @​ Lookingglass Brewery | 6 - 8 PM
• Live Music: dadweed, Matt Mitchell Music Co @ The Rosebud Theatre | 7 - 11 PM

Saturday, October 11th

• 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
• Table Top and Board Game Night @ Oran Mor | 6 - 9 PM | Link
• UVA's Bird Field Trip @ Ford's Pond | 8:30 AM | Link
• The Raveyard Silent Disco - Myrtle Creek | 5 - 10 PM | Link
• Halloween Hoedown Burlesque LIVE at Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7 - 10 PM | Link
• Woofstock Howl-O-Ween Dog Carnival and Discount Vaccine Clinic | Central Park in Sutherlin | Link
• SHiNE then Wine @​ JosephJane Winery | 11 AM
• Live Music: Possibly Irish @ The Rosebud Theatre | 6 - 10 PM

Sunday, October 12th

• Garden Valley Farmers Market | 11 AM - 3 PM
• DJ Trivia Night @ Brix Bar and Grill | Every Sunday | 6 - 8 PM
• Vine Katz Band at JosephJane Winery | 3 - 5 PM | Link
• DJ Trivia at Elements Lounge | 7 - 8 PM | Link
• Live Music: Chase Beeberge @​ Melrose Vineyards | 3 - 6 PM

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

- The Roseburg Receiver Team

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