Lightning Sparks Four Small Fires Across Southern Douglas County
Firefighters responded to five small fires across Douglas County during and after the Labor Day weekend, including four caused by lightning. No homes or structures were threatened.
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Roseburg Man Arrested on Kidnapping, Strangulation and Burglary Charges
Fire Danger and Restrictions Increase Across Douglas District
State Panel To Consider 45 MPH Speed Zone On Del Rio Road
Woman Driving Golf Cart Arrested on Outstanding Warrant Near Barview
K9 Zoro Tracks Down Suspect Following Myrtle Creek Burglary Report
Local News
K9 Zoro Tracks Down Suspect Following Myrtle Creek Burglary Report
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office K9 Zoro tracked down a burglary suspect hiding in tall grass after a reported break-in near Myrtle Creek. Two people were arrested, while authorities continued searching for another person reportedly involved.
Roseburg Man Dies in Single-Vehicle Crash Near Canyonville
Roseburg Man Arrested on Multiple Child Sex Abuse Charges
Two Drivers Killed in Head-On Crash on Highway 38
Roseburg City Council Selects Anette Spickard as Next City Manager
Vacant to Vibrant Project Completes Final Storefront Installation in Downtown Roseburg
Firefighters Respond to Three Lightning-Caused Fires Near Tiller
Community
UCC Art Gallery to Showcase Work by Visual Arts Faculty
The UCC Art Gallery will showcase work by visual arts faculty members Jon Hoffman, Greg Price and Brian Willett from Sept. 14 through Oct. 14. A free public reception and artist talk is scheduled for Sept. 24.
Roseburg Library Plans Fall Programs for Adults With Disabilities
Roseburg Library to Host Program Exploring Invasive Species
Roseburg Fall Swift Watch Returns for Two September Evenings
YMCA of Douglas County Opens Registration for Fall Youth Programs
Vacant to Vibrant Project Completes Final Storefront Installation in Downtown Roseburg
Fort Umpqua Days Brings History, Music and Family Activities to Elkton
Business
Roseburg-Based Romtec Utilities Contributes to Two Nationally Recognized Infrastructure Projects
Roseburg-based Romtec Utilities contributed to two major infrastructure projects selected for national recognition by the American Society of Civil Engineers, including work at Portland International Airport and a water purification facility in Los Angeles.
The Ford Family Foundation Opens Applications for Two Positions
YMCA of Douglas County Offers $0 Joining Fee During Fall Membership Promotion
Con-Vey President Jeremy Goebel Named to Wood Industry 40 Under 40 Class of 2026
BLM Timber Sale in Western Oregon Brings in Nearly $10.6 Million
Wander Cafe Announces Permanent Closure in Roseburg
Kowloon Restaurant to Close Sept. 30 as Owners Retire
Public Safety
Lightning Sparks Four Small Fires Across Southern Douglas County
Firefighters responded to five small fires across Douglas County during and after the Labor Day weekend, including four caused by lightning. No homes or structures were threatened.
Fire Danger and Restrictions Increase Across Douglas District
State Panel To Consider 45 MPH Speed Zone On Del Rio Road
Roseburg Man Dies in Single-Vehicle Crash Near Canyonville
Two Drivers Killed in Head-On Crash on Highway 38
Industrial Fire Restrictions Drop to Level 1 Across Douglas District
ODFW Advises Against Harvesting Bay Clams in Alsea Bay
Events
Roseburg Library Plans Fall Programs for Adults With Disabilities
Roseburg Public Library will offer several free programs this fall, including an author presentation, movie and snack events, and a performance by Rhys Thomas of JuggleMania.
Roseburg Library to Host Program Exploring Invasive Species
Roseburg Fall Swift Watch Returns for Two September Evenings
Fort Umpqua Days Brings History, Music and Family Activities to Elkton
UCAN Food Bank's Empty Bowls Dinner Returns October 5
Southern Oregon Wine Institute Celebrates Four Medals With Sept. 5 Event
Sunset Bay Astronomy Festival Returns Sept. 10-12 With Star Parties, Photography Workshops and More
Recreation
Cooper Creek Park Boat Dock Improvements Completed
Improvements to the boat docks and parking areas at Cooper Creek County Park are complete. The west boat ramp, dock and parking lot reopen Friday, Sept. 4, making both launch facilities available for Labor Day weekend.
ODFW Advises Against Harvesting Bay Clams in Alsea Bay
Poole Creek Campground to Close September 7 for Construction Improvements
Oregon Parks Opens Applications for $1.6 Million in Public Trail Project Grants
Roseburg YMCA Swim Lesson Registration Opens June 22
Oregon Paddle Permit Repeal Effort Turns In First Signatures, Faces Tight Deadline
Kids’ Free Fishing Derby Returns To Diamond Lake Resort June 6
Crime
Roseburg Man Arrested on Kidnapping, Strangulation and Burglary Charges
A Roseburg man was arrested Sunday after police said he carried a woman into a residence against her will and restricted her breathing. He faces kidnapping, felony strangulation, assault, burglary and release agreement violation charges.
Woman Driving Golf Cart Arrested on Outstanding Warrant Near Barview
K9 Zoro Tracks Down Suspect Following Myrtle Creek Burglary Report
Roseburg Man Arrested on Multiple Child Sex Abuse Charges
Coos Bay Man Sentenced to 17 Years in Federal Prison for Child Sexual Exploitation
Tri City Man Arrested in Myrtle Creek Online Sex Crimes Investigation
Sutherlin Police Recover More Than $50,000 in Stolen Merchandise, Arrest Roseburg Man
Weather
Roseburg Nearly Matches Entire June Rainfall Total in One Day
Roseburg received 0.47 inches of rain Wednesday, nearly matching the 0.48 inches recorded during the entire month of June. Cool, unsettled weather will continue through Monday, with additional showers and possible thunderstorms forecast across Douglas County.
First Measurable Rain Since June Expected in Roseburg Today as Unusually Strong Storm Moves Inland
Rain Headed to Roseburg as Strong September Storm Brings Cooler Temperatures
Roseburg to See Sunny, Warmer Weather Before Fire Concerns Increase Across Region
Seasonal Warmth Continues as Slight Thunderstorm Chance Lingers Near Eastern Douglas County
Roseburg Weekend Forecast Calls for Sunshine and Warmer Temperatures
Roseburg to See Seasonable Temperatures, Dry Conditions Through the Weekend
Police Logs
Police Log: September 4 - September 7, 2026
Roseburg police reported 27 incidents from Sept. 4-7, including warrant arrests, prohibited camping cases, DUII arrests, an assault case and a kidnapping case.
Police Log: September 3, 2026
Police Log: September 2, 2026
Police Log: September 1, 2026
Police Log: August 28 - August 31, 2026
Police Log: August 27, 2026
