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Firefighters Continue to work on Containing Milepost 124 Fire on Mount Nebo

Firefighters Continue to work on Containing Milepost 124 Fire on Mount Nebo

A rapidly spreading vegetation fire broke out at approximately 6:30 p.m. on July 31, 2025, near Milepost 124 on Interstate 5 southbound, affecting the hillside of Mount Nebo in Roseburg. Multiple agencies quickly mobilized, including crews from the Roseburg Fire Department, Douglas Forest Protective Association (DFPA), Central Douglas

Roseburg Police Cite Individual for Interfering with Firefighter During Mt. Nebo Fire

Roseburg Police Cite Individual for Interfering with Firefighter During Mt. Nebo Fire

On July 31, 2025, Roseburg Police responded to an incident in Roseburg, involving interference with firefighting efforts during an active fire near Mt. Nebo. Christopher Alan Page, age 41, of Roseburg, was cited for interfering with a firefighter after he flew a drone over the fire zone, hindering critical aerial

Mt. Nebo Wildland Fire Scorches Four Acres; Drone Use Grounds Aerial Response

Mt. Nebo Wildland Fire Scorches Four Acres; Drone Use Grounds Aerial Response

An estimated four-acre wildland fire ignited on Mt. Nebo near I-5 milepost 124 at 6:30 p.m. Thursday. DFPA, Roseburg Fire, and Central Douglas crews attacked by ground and air until drone interference grounded aircraft. By 9:57 p.m., 50% of the perimeter was trailed.

August 1, 2025

August 1, 2025

The Roseburg Receiver Morning Scoop

Clubhouse by Round Table Pizza in Roseburg Closing Permanently

Clubhouse by Round Table Pizza in Roseburg Closing Permanently

Clubhouse by Round Table Pizza in Roseburg closes permanently Thursday due to low revenue. Manager Charles Crosier informed customers via Facebook, lamenting the loss of the restaurant's community connections. Staff are already seeking new employment.

July 31, 2025

July 31, 2025

The Roseburg Receiver Morning Scoop

New Wildfires Ignite in Cascade Range Following Recent Thunderstorms

New Wildfires Ignite in Cascade Range Following Recent Thunderstorms

In the wake of afternoon thunderstorms that swept over the Cascade Range this week, USDA Forest Service crews are actively responding to multiple new fire starts in the Diamond Lake District. Rapid spotting of smoke plumes has enabled swift deployment of aerial and ground resources to keep these incidents small

Douglas County Man Charged in Roseburg Assault Case

Douglas County Man Charged in Roseburg Assault Case

A Douglas County man, Izaiah Alvarez, 26, is facing charges including first-degree rape after an alleged assault at a Roseburg home. The victim reported waking to the incident. Alvarez claims it was consensual. He is being held on $50,000 bail. The case remains under investigation.

Concert to Commemorate the 5th Anniversary of the Archie Creek Fire

Concert to Commemorate the 5th Anniversary of the Archie Creek Fire

A concert at Millpond will mark 5 years since the Archie Creek Fire, featuring pianist Hunter Noack. Held where the 2020 fire burned 125,000 acres, the event highlights forest recovery and resilience efforts in Douglas County. Hosted by Forest Bridges and community partners.