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Deputies Arrest Gardiner Man In Hatchery Break-In, 20K Smolt Chinook Salmon Killed

𝐆𝐀𝐑𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐑, 𝐎𝐫𝐞. - A Gardiner man has been arrested in a burglary of the Gardiner, Reedsport, and Winchester Bay (GRWB) Salmon Trout Enhancement Program (STEP) hatchery. The investigation began on Monday, April 22, 2024, when deputies were alerted that someone had forcibly made entry into the hatchery building. Once inside, the suspect had poured a chemical substance into one of the rearing ponds causing the death of approximately 15,000-20,000 smolt chinook salmon. Deputies processed the scene and began conducting a follow up investigation. On Tuesday, April 23, 2024, around 6:30...

18th Annual Celebrate Children Day at Wildlife Safari Saturday April 27th

The Family Development Center invites the community to the 18th Annual Celebrate Children Day, a free event dedicated to families. On April 27, 2024, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Wildlife Safari Village, gather your loved ones for a day packed with games, animal presentations, and the chance to win door prizes. This year’s festivities are particularly special as they underscore the Family Development Center's commitment to fostering resilient children, empowering parents, and safeguarding families. As an advocate for preventing child abuse and neglect, the Center sees Celebrate Children Da...

Ryan Finlay@ryan ·Apr 24

Umpqua Valley Quilters' Guild to Host 39th Annual Quilt Show

The Umpqua Valley Quilters' Guild is holding its 39th annual "Follow the Stars" Quilt Show this weekend, April 26, 27 and 28, at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. Doors open at 10 am each day. Come see over 300 quilts and nearly 20 vendors. Special Exhibits from Hoffman Fabrics' 100th Anniversary Challenge and Clark County Washington's Storytellers are included. Quilts of Valor will be awarded on Friday and Saturday at 11 am. Classes are offered as well. Rona Herman "Rona the Ribbiter", Featured Quilter and June Kuitert, Honored Quilter, will have booths to display their work and share thei...

Ryan Finlay@ryan ·Apr 24

Roseburg High School Hosts Career Day Featuring Douglas Fast Net and Affiliates

April 23, 2024 – Roseburg High School is thrilled to host a remarkable Broadband Career Event for its Career and Technical Education students this week. The two-day event, kicking off today and continuing into Wednesday, is a collaboration with Douglas Fast Net, Adtran, Corning Incorporated, and Ditch Witch. The purpose of the event is to introduce students to the dynamic broadband industry, its significant growth potential, and the array of professional opportunities it offers. Day one of the event will provide a unique, hands-on experience with six interactive stations set up in the campus ...

Ryan Finlay@ryan ·Apr 19

Body of Rachel Merchant-Ly Recovered

IDLEYLD PARK, Ore. - The body of Rachel Merchant-Ly has been recovered from the North Umpqua River today. On April 19, 2024, Douglas County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue organized a large scale search in their ongoing efforts to locate 27-year-old Rachel Merchant-Ly of Idleyld Park. Merchant-Ly was reported missing on Thursday, February 29, 2024, when she didn't arrive at Glide Elementary School where she worked as a kindergarten teacher. Later that morning, a Douglas County Sheriff's deputy located signs of a motor vehicle crash near milepost 41 on Highway 138E. On Friday, March 1, 20...

Year-Round Indoor Golfing in Roseburg: Cattle Dogs Golf Center

Roseburg has a new golf destination that promises to help golfers improve their skills year-round. Cattle Dogs Golf Center, founded by Michael Morin and Desirae Cleary, is an indoor golf facility that caters to the needs of the local community. Michael Morin, a Douglas County native, discovered his passion for golf while deployed in Rota, Spain. Upon returning home, he found a group of friends who shared his love for the game but realized there was a talent gap that made it challenging to fully enjoy tournaments and leagues together. With limited resources available to improve his golf skills...

Ryan Finlay@ryan ·Apr 14

37th Annual Plant & Garden Expo by Douglas County Master Gardeners

ROSEBURG, OR – The OSU Extension Master Gardeners will hold their 37th annual Plant & Garden Expo on Saturday, May 4th, from 9 am to 4 pm in the Exhibit building at the Douglas County Fairgrounds in Roseburg (Exit 123 off I-5). The Expo will offer more than 15,000 plants including annuals, perennials, vegetables, shrubs, and trees along with native and pollinator plants, all carefully grown by volunteer Master Gardeners. Plan on arriving early to shop the best selection. Cash, checks, credit & debit cards are accepted. Master Gardeners will be on hand to offer planting tips and advice. Sixt...

Elijah Finlay@elijah ·Apr 10

Muchas Gracias Set To Open New Location In Roseburg On Harvard Avenue

Muchas Gracias Mexican Food is set to open a new location in Roseburg on Friday, May 3rd. The new restaurant is located at 1144 W Harvard Avenue, the former location of KFC and Long John Silvers. Muchas Gracias Mexican Food is a family-owned company with locations across Oregon and Washington. It was founded by Rodolfo Sanchez and first opened in 1996 in Vancouver, Washington. They are currently hiring and accepting applications. Phone: 541-900-1081 Address: 1144 W Harvard Avenue We will update this post as more information becomes available.

Ryan Finlay@ryan ·Apr 8

New Men's Recovery Group 'Overcoming' Launches in Roseburg

A new men's recovery group, "Overcoming," is now meeting every Tuesday evening at 6pm at 1533 SE Vine Street in Roseburg. The group focuses on Christian discipleship, biblical counseling, and spiritual disciplines to support men in their journey towards recovery. Led by Robert Sidlo, a biblical counselor on staff at Covenant Life Fellowship, the group incorporates weekly lessons, accountability, and goal-setting. Robert brings his experience as a former case worker at the Roseburg Rescue Mission and his expertise through his master's degree in Biblical counseling. The group is open to all me...

C&D Lumber Co in Riddle Announces Permanent Closure After 130 Years in Business

Riddle, OR – April 4, 2024 – It is with profound regret that the Board of Directors of C&D Lumber Co. announces the permanent closure of our operations. Founded in 1890 by Alfred Johnson in Southern Oregon's Coos County, C&D Lumber has been a cornerstone of the timber industry for over 130 years, renowned for producing the highest quality Douglas Fir, Incense Cedar, and Port Orford Cedar wood products. Our company, a 6th generation family-owned and operated business, has weathered many storms through the decades. However, the unprecedented challenges facing the industry today – from market fl...