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: 58° F
• Humidity: 80%
• Wind: 2 MPH NE
• Current Conditions: partly Cloudy
• Air Quality Index: 86
• Today's Forecast: High 84 | Low 57 | Mostly Sunny
• Sunrise: 6:58 AM | Sunset: 7:16 PM

Today's Fire Weather Forecast

Fire Weather Forecast for southern Oregon and northern California
National Weather Service Medford, OR
517 AM PDT Fri Sep 19 2025

DISCUSSION: A surge of sub-tropical moisture could bring isolated thunderstorms to NorCal, especially western Siskiyou County this afternoon and evening. The broad area of moisture could bring showers and isolated thunderstorms again in NorCal and also from the Cascades eastward Friday into Saturday. On Sunday, a cold front will move through with some light rain/drizzle along the coast/NW Douglas County, but it will likely be a dry frontal passage elsewhere. Gusty afternoon west winds are possible east of the Cascades. By Monday and Tuesday, an upper ridge returns with a warm-up, but with chilly mornings. Steep inversions with breezy east winds at the ridges could develop too.

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Roseburg Area Morning News

FIRE CREWS DEAL WITH WILBUR ROAD FIRE

KQEN News Radio

Crews with the Douglas Forest Protective Association and Central Douglas Fire & Rescue responded to an estimated 0.25-acre grass fire at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday.

DFPA Public Information Officer Rachel Pope said the fire was located near the intersection of Wilbur Cemetery Road and Old Highway 99 North, in the Wilbur area.

Pope said upon arrival on the scene, crews found a moderately moving grass fire located between the creek and the road. Immediate action was taken, and the fire was quickly knocked down. The confirmed 2.2-acre fire was 90 percent mopped up, as of Thursday evening. The cause of the Wilbur Road Fire is under investigation.

Pope said even with cooler weather and shorter days, fire danger throughout the district is prevalent, as fire season continues. Get the latest updates at: www.dfpa.net.

MERKLEY LEADS CALL FOR U.S. RECOGNITION OF PALESTINIAN STATE

KQEN News Radio

On Thursday, Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley introduced a resolution calling on the President to recognize a Palestinian state.

A release said the resolution is the first of its kind in the United States Senate and calls for the U.S. to recognition of a demilitarized Palestinian state alongside a secure Israel, in accordance with international law and the principles of a two-state solution. Merkley said it underscores how urgent U.S. action would preserve the best chance for peace, helping give both Palestinians and Israelis a future grounded in freedom, security and prosperity.

Merkley said, “Recognition of a Palestinian state is not only a practical step the United States can take to help build a future where Palestinians and Israelis can live in freedom, dignity, and security, but it is the right thing to do. American has a responsibility to lead and the time to act is now”.

The resolution is co-sponsored by seven other Democratic Senators including Tim Kaine and Bernie Sanders.

The release said as a senior member of the Senator Foreign Relations Committee, Merkley has long advocated for a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine to support peace and stability across the Middle East.

‘SWIFT WATCH” EVENTS PLANNED FOR ROSEBURG

KQEN News Radio

Migrating Vaux’s Swifts are returning to Roseburg, just in time for a local group of bird lovers to set up “Swift Watch” events this Friday and next Friday evening.

A City of Roseburg release said about 1,000 of the birds began showing up earlier this week in Fir Grove Park, where they are roosting for the night in the chimney of the Clay Place studio, adjacent to the Umpqua Valley Arts Center, off West Harvard Avenue.

Umpqua Valley Audubon Society board member and past president Diana Wales said, “I am delighted, I am mystified by what’s going on”. Wales said, “I love nature. It is so unpredictable. No matter how much we think we know, we don’t know enough. There’s always something to learn”.

The local Audubon Society had given up hope of witnessing the spectacle of the birds’ seasonal migration this year and had earlier announced that “Swift Watch” would not be held in Roseburg this autumn. That was after no large flocks of swifts had been seen in Roseburg since UVAS members began watching at the start of August.

While there are several chimneys around town where 200 to 300 birds roosted in the past, the largest group would stop overnight at the Clay Place chimney in both the spring and the fall. In fact, they’ve roosted there during migrations each spring and fall for at least 50 to 60 years. Three years ago, the swifts abandoned that chimney.

Now that the birds are back, “Swift Watch” events have returned to the schedule. They are presented by the Umpqua Valley Audubon Society and Roseburg Parks and Recreation. They will take place on both Fridays at 6:30 p.m. Organizers encourage people to bring a folding chair, camp chair or blanket, or just watch from their cars.

Swifts usually enter the chimney at sunset, which will be at 7:15 p.m. this week and just after 7:00 p.m. next Friday. The birds could roost earlier or later, depending on the weather.

For more information, contact UVAS at: info@umpquaaududon.org.

ROSEBURG VA OFFERING COVID-19 VACCINE TO HIGHEST RISK VETERANS

KQEN News Radio

The Roseburg VA is currently offering the 2025-2026 COVID 19 vaccine to the highest risk veterans.

Public Affairs Specialist Nikki Hansen said the VA will offer the vaccines to all eligible veterans nationwide as soon as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issues distribution guidance. Hansen said all veterans are encouraged to discuss their specific situation and any concerns they have with their VA provider.

Contact the Roseburg VA at 440-1000 for more information.

TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE FOR CASA ANNUAL CHARITY AUCTION

KQEN News Radio

Tickets are still available for the CASA of Douglas County annual charity auction.

It’s Saturday night from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Roseburg Country Club on Garden Valley Road.

The event will feature a centerpiece collection of children’s play structures designed and built by students from seven local schools in partnership with the Umpqua Valley Homebuilders Association. The playhouses will be auctioned to raise funds so CASA can recruit, train, and support volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates for youth in foster care.

In addition to the play structures, guests can expect unique local experiences, artisan packages, and community sourced items to be up to bid. The evening will also include a paddle raise, raffles, two guest speakers, and live music, along with food and drink.

Tickets are $40, which include a premium grazing table and two drinks. Cocktail attire is recommended.

To purchase tickets, go to: https://givebutter.com/c/LEOqR6

WINSTON DILLARD MELON FESTIVAL HAPPENING THROUGH SUNDAY

KQEN News Radio

The Winston-Dillard Melon Festival is happening through Sunday.

The theme for the 56th annual event is, “The Last Slice of Summer”. It takes place at Riverbend Park in Winston. Activities include live music, kid’s games, senior bingo, a talent show, scavenger hunt, mud volleyball and food and craft vendors. There will be a parade on Saturday morning at 11:00 a.m.

Hours are 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 pm. Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Saturday and 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday.

For more information on the Winston-Dillard Melon Festival, go to: https://www.facebook.com/WinstonDillardMelonFestival/

MASTER GARDNER ASSOCIATION LAUNCHES NEW SCHOLARSHIP FUND

KQEN News Radio

The Douglas County Master Gardener Association has announced the creation of a new scholarship fund through the Umpqua Community College Foundation.

A release said it is aimed at supporting local students pursuing studies in horticulture, agriculture, botany, environmental science, or related fields.

The initiative reflects DCMGA’s longstanding commitment to education, sustainable gardening practices, and community enrichment throughout Douglas County. The scholarship is designed to assist students who demonstrate academic potential, a passion for plant sciences, and a desire to make a positive impact in their communities through green industry careers.

DCMGA President Ann Severson said, “This scholarship fund is a natural extension of our mission to foster knowledge and stewardship of gardening and environmental practices”. Severson said, “By investing in the next generation of plant and environmental science professionals, we’re helping cultivate a healthier and more sustainable future – for Douglas County and beyond”.

To be eligible, the field of study must be related to horticulture, agriculture, botany, environmental sciences or a similar discipline.

Funds for the scholarship were raised through DCMGA’s fundraising efforts and donations from local supporters. The fund will be managed and distributed by the UCC Foundation, with the first DCMGA scholarships being awarded according to the foundation’s practices sometime in the future.

For more information about the UCC Foundation, go to: https://umpqua.edu/about/ucc-foundation/

Roseburg Area Upcoming Events

Limited Time Events

• Yoga in the Park @ Stewart Park | Stewart Park every Saturday | 10 - 11 AM | July 5 - August 30
• Picasso at the Lapin Agile @ Umpqua Actors Community Theatre (UACT) | Sept 4 - 7, 11 - 14, 18 - 21 | 7 PM | Link
• Winston-Dillard Melon Festival | Sept 19, 20, 21 | Fri 12 - 9, Sat 10 AM - 9 PM, Sun 10 AM - 3:30 PM

Monday, September 15th

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

Tuesday, September 16th

• 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

Wednesday, September 17th

• 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)
• WineDown Wednesday @​ Melrose Vineyards | 5:30 PM

Thursday, September 18th

• 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 - 9PM | Link
• Draper Jam Night | 8 - 11:30 PM | Link
• Thirsty Thursday Cornhole Night @ Lookingglass Brewery | Every week on Thursday | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Umpqua Celtic Jam - Oran Mor | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Clint Reimann LIVE at The Annex | 7 - 11:30 PM | Link

Friday, September 19th

• 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
• Sutherlin Farmers Market | 2 - 6 PM | April - October | 1305 W Central Ave
• Elkton Farmers Market | June 6th - October 1st | 10 AM - 3 PM | Elkton Community Education Center
• 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 Marlowe @ Seven Feathers Casino Resort | 8 - 9:30 | Link
• Paws for a Cause @ Melrose Vineyards | 5 - 9 PM | Link
• Walk-In Wine Tasting @ The Wine Destination | 4 - 6:30 PM | Link
• Burninham | 10 AM | Link
• Jason Heald & Debra Kay - Live Music at The Atom | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Timberwolf - Live Music Friday Nights at Winston VFW | 6 - 10 PM | Link
• Pop Punk Hip Hop Tour with Gary Bender LIVE at Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 7 - 9 PM | Link
• Dylan Marlowe LIVE at Seven Feathers Casino | 8 - 11 PM | Link
• 2025 Umpqua Valley Swift Watch @​ Umpqua Valley Arts' Clay Place | 6:30 PM
• Winston-Dillard Melon Festival | Sept 19, 20, 21 | Fri 12 - 9, Sat 10 AM - 9 PM, Sun 10 AM - 3:30 PM

Saturday, September 20th

• Umpqua Valley Farmers Market | 9AM - 1PM | SE Jackson St | Link
• Roseburg Saturday Market | 10AM - 2PM | Harvard Ave - Rife's Home Furniture Parking Lot
• 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
• 4th Annual Back to School Auto Extravaganza & Street Fair @ UCC | 9 AM - 4 PM | Link
• CASA of Douglas County's Fundraising Auction: Night of Imagination | 6 - 8 PM | Link
• Live Music: Wild at Heart @ Two-Shy Brewing | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | Link
• Wild at Heart at Two-Shy Brewing Roseburg | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | Link
• End of Summer Party LIVE at the ANNEX with Rush Auer | 7 - 11:30 PM | Link
• Joe's Garage Band LIVE at Workman's Bar & Smokehouse | 9 PM - 12 AM | Link
• Rumors RAVE presented by Uncle Luc | 9 PM - 1 AM | Link
• Winston-Dillard Melon Festival | Sept 19, 20, 21 | Fri 12 - 9, Sat 10 AM - 9 PM, Sun 10 AM - 3:30 PM
• Fall Classic Rodeo | Seven Feathers Rodeo Grounds
• Umpqua Brew Fest - Downtown Roseburg | 12 - 7 PM | Behind Old Soul Pizza in Downtown Roseburg
• Supper Club: Harvest Dinner w/ Chadwick House @​ Melrose Vineyards | 5:30 PM

Sunday, September 21st

• Garden Valley Farmers Market | 11 AM - 3 PM
• DJ Trivia Night @ Brix Bar and Grill | Every Sunday | 6 - 8 PM
• The Longest Table - Downtown Roseburg | 5:30 PM | Link
• Third Thursday BLUEGRASS Jam in Sutherlin (hosted by Oregon Bluegrass Association) | 1 - 4 PM | Link
• Chrysalis Sisters LIVE at Melrose Vineyard | 3 - 6 PM | Link
• Winston-Dillard Melon Festival | Sept 19, 20, 21 | Fri 12 - 9, Sat 10 AM - 9 PM, Sun 10 AM - 3:30 PM
• Fall Classic Rodeo | Seven Feathers Rodeo Grounds
• 75th Anniversary Celebration, Ice Cream-Pie Social + Hot Dogs | Upper Olalla Schoolhouse - 267 Sabrina Ln | 1 - 4 PM

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That is the scoop for this Friday morning. Have a great day and a wonderful weekend!

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