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Roseburg Developer to Build Grants Pass Homeless Village with $1.2 Million Grant

Roseburg Developer to Build Grants Pass Homeless Village with $1.2 Million Grant

Grants Pass re-awarded a $1.2 million homelessness grant to Roseburg’s Elk Island Trading Group, which plans to build a container-home village for 150 people in Grants Pass by summer 2026. The project could help the city close unmanaged camps and meet shelter space requirements.

Stewart Park “Green Bridge” Reopens - and It’s No Longer Green

Stewart Park “Green Bridge” Reopens - and It’s No Longer Green

Roseburg’s iconic “Green Bridge” has reopened after months of rehabilitation work, but it’s now black. Crews completed repairs, deck upgrades, and repainting to extend the bridge’s life and improve safety, restoring a key route between Stewart Parkway and the VA Medical Center.

UCAN Preparing to Open Roseburg Warming Center for Third Winter

UCAN Preparing to Open Roseburg Warming Center for Third Winter

UCAN is reopening the Roseburg Warming Center for a third winter, offering warmth, food, and shelter during freezing nights. The center opens when temps drop to 30°F or below. Volunteers and donations are needed—sign up at housinghomelessservices.as.me/volunteerorientation.

USDA Blocks SNAP Discount, but Roseburg Grocery Outlet Finds a Way to Help

USDA Blocks SNAP Discount, but Roseburg Grocery Outlet Finds a Way to Help

Roseburg Grocery Outlet’s planned 10% discount for SNAP recipients was blocked by the USDA, but owners Steve and Kelly Burton found a workaround—partnering with FISH Food Pantry to offer 10% off cards to anyone in need throughout November, no verification required.

Douglas County Joins Operation Green Light to Honor Veterans

Douglas County Joins Operation Green Light to Honor Veterans

Douglas County will again take part in Operation Green Light this November, lighting the courthouse green to honor veterans and their families. Residents are encouraged to join by displaying a green light at home to show gratitude and support for those who have served.

Douglas County Search and Rescue Locates Two Missing Men

Douglas County Search and Rescue Locates Two Missing Men

Douglas County Search and Rescue located two missing men in separate incidents last week. A Myrtle Creek hunter was found safe Friday morning, and an Eugene man stuck in the Umpqua National Forest was located Sunday evening in good health after being stranded for four days.

Roseburg Grocery Outlet offers discount to combat potential SNAP pause

Roseburg Grocery Outlet offers discount to combat potential SNAP pause

As the federal shutdown threatens SNAP funding, Roseburg’s Grocery Outlet is offering a 10% discount to SNAP users through November and hosting food drives to support local families. Owners Stephen and Kelly Burton say it’s their way of helping neighbors make ends meet during tough times.