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Win Tickets to The Douglas County Dirtrack! 🏁 Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled weekend at the The Douglas County Dirtrack in Roseburg, OR! We are giving you a chance to experience high-speed thrills, great food, and incredible live dirt track racing. How to Enter * Head over to 541RADIO.COM right now to enter the ticket giveaway. * Winners are chosen daily. * Tickets are good for either the September 11th or September 12th races. * Racing starts at 7:00 PM sharp! https://541radio.com/2026/09/08/dirt-track-contest-3/ What's Happening on the Track? If you win, you're in for a massive weekend of horsepower and short-track action on the 3/10-mile semi-banked dirt oval: Friday, September 11 – Weekly Racing (#7): Kick off the weekend with high-flying action featuring the high-horsepower ISCS Interstate Sprint Car Series (360), alongside OSCRA Sport Compacts, Dwarf Cars, and Street Stocks. Saturday, September 12 – Weekly Racing (#8): The roaring engine action continues with another packed slate featuring the ISCS Interstate Sprint Car Series (360) and supporting classes for a thrilling night of side-by-side dirt track battles. Grab some great trackside food, feel the roar of the engines, and experience the best local racing action of the season. Are you planning to check out the sprint cars on Friday night, or will you be heading out for Saturday's races?
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Best Country 103️ September 8, 2026

Win Tickets to The Douglas County Dirtrack! 🏁 Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled weekend at the The Douglas County Dirtrack in Roseburg, OR! We are giving you a chance to experience high-speed thrills, great food, and incredible live dirt track racing. How to Enter * Head over to 541RADIO.COM right now to enter the ticket giveaway. * Winners are chosen daily. * Tickets are good for either the September 11th or September 12th races. * Racing starts at 7:00 PM sharp! https://541radio.com/2026/09/08/dirt-track-contest-3/ What's Happening on the Track? If you win, you're in for a massive weekend of horsepower and short-track action on the 3/10-mile semi-banked dirt oval: Friday, September 11 – Weekly Racing (#7): Kick off the weekend with high-flying action featuring the high-horsepower ISCS Interstate Sprint Car Series (360), alongside OSCRA Sport Compacts, Dwarf Cars, and Street Stocks. Saturday, September 12 – Weekly Racing (#8): The roaring engine action continues with another packed slate featuring the ISCS Interstate Sprint Car Series (360) and supporting classes for a thrilling night of side-by-side dirt track battles. Grab some great trackside food, feel the roar of the engines, and experience the best local racing action of the season. Are you planning to check out the sprint cars on Friday night, or will you be heading out for Saturday's races?

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🎶 Fact or Fertilizer is back on Best Country 103! 🤠🌳 September is here, and fall vibes are rolling into the Umpqua Valley! Ready to test your local gardening smarts and score an awesome prize from Mignola Farms to get your yard ready for the cooler season? Let’s dig into this week’s question! This week’s question: Which of the following is a common fall activity or purchase that visitors might make at Mignola Farms? A) Picking U-pick apples and taking a hayride through a corn maze B) Buying seasonal annuals, perennials, trees/shrubs, bark mulch, or soil to prepare gardens and yards for autumn C) Carving pumpkins at their on-site pumpkin patch while drinking fresh cider D) Attending a large fall harvest festival with face painting and a haunted trail 💡 Think you know the answer? Drop your guess at 541Radio.com. One correct answer randomly drawn will win a $30 gift certificate to Mignola Farms every Monday. Perfect for stocking up on seasonal annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, bark mulch, soil, and everything you need to prep your landscape for autumn! 👉 Get your entry in at https://541radio.com/2025/12/30/fact-or-fertilizer/ Get those answers in, support local, and keep it locked to Best Country 103! 👇
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Best Country 103️ September 8, 2026

🎶 Fact or Fertilizer is back on Best Country 103! 🤠🌳 September is here, and fall vibes are rolling into the Umpqua Valley! Ready to test your local gardening smarts and score an awesome prize from Mignola Farms to get your yard ready for the cooler season? Let’s dig into this week’s question! This week’s question: Which of the following is a common fall activity or purchase that visitors might make at Mignola Farms? A) Picking U-pick apples and taking a hayride through a corn maze B) Buying seasonal annuals, perennials, trees/shrubs, bark mulch, or soil to prepare gardens and yards for autumn C) Carving pumpkins at their on-site pumpkin patch while drinking fresh cider D) Attending a large fall harvest festival with face painting and a haunted trail 💡 Think you know the answer? Drop your guess at 541Radio.com. One correct answer randomly drawn will win a $30 gift certificate to Mignola Farms every Monday. Perfect for stocking up on seasonal annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, bark mulch, soil, and everything you need to prep your landscape for autumn! 👉 Get your entry in at https://541radio.com/2025/12/30/fact-or-fertilizer/ Get those answers in, support local, and keep it locked to Best Country 103! 👇

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September is here, and that means harvest season is in full swing! 🚜🌾 Time to gear up for fall projects, livestock care, and property prep across Douglas County! Test your local ag & hardware knowledge with this week’s Barnyard Brain Teaser on Best Country 103! 🤠 Whether you need supplies for the farm, garden, fencing, or home & outdoor projects, the Douglas County Farmer's Co-op in Roseburg is your one-stop shop for farmers and homeowners. This Week’s Question: Name one lawn or garden product available at Douglas County Farmers Co-op. A. DC Lawn Mix (grass seed blend) B. Lawn fertilizers (such as DC Sweet Soil Lawn Food, Supreme Green Lawn Food, or Down to Earth products) C. Soils, mulches, or compost (such as garden compost, top soil, bark, or potting mixes) D. All of the above 👉 Submit your answer here: https://541radio.com/2026/08/03/barnyard-brain-teaser/ 📻 Tune in to Moon & Grubes in the Mornings every Friday for your chance to WIN a $50 gift card to Douglas County Farmers Co-op! 🌾🔧
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Best Country 103️ September 8, 2026

September is here, and that means harvest season is in full swing! 🚜🌾 Time to gear up for fall projects, livestock care, and property prep across Douglas County! Test your local ag & hardware knowledge with this week’s Barnyard Brain Teaser on Best Country 103! 🤠 Whether you need supplies for the farm, garden, fencing, or home & outdoor projects, the Douglas County Farmer's Co-op in Roseburg is your one-stop shop for farmers and homeowners. This Week’s Question: Name one lawn or garden product available at Douglas County Farmers Co-op. A. DC Lawn Mix (grass seed blend) B. Lawn fertilizers (such as DC Sweet Soil Lawn Food, Supreme Green Lawn Food, or Down to Earth products) C. Soils, mulches, or compost (such as garden compost, top soil, bark, or potting mixes) D. All of the above 👉 Submit your answer here: https://541radio.com/2026/08/03/barnyard-brain-teaser/ 📻 Tune in to Moon & Grubes in the Mornings every Friday for your chance to WIN a $50 gift card to Douglas County Farmers Co-op! 🌾🔧

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Best Country 103️ September 7, 2026

We are all set up down here at Ashley Homestore for their Labor Day sale! Come on down and check out all the deals and while you are here be sure to sign up to win that Queen Panel Bed as well as stop by and say hi for a chance to win more prizes! Here from 11am to 1pm!
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Best Country 103️ September 5, 2026

We are all set up down here at Ashley Homestore for their Labor Day sale! Come on down and check out all the deals and while you are here be sure to sign up to win that Queen Panel Bed as well as stop by and say hi for a chance to win more prizes! Here from 11am to 1pm!

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Happening this morning! Come on down to Ashley Homestore and get in on some awesome Labor Day Deals. Stop by the booth and say hi to Moon & Grubes of @Best Country 103 who will be live from 11am to 1pm and get in on a chance to win a Ashley Queen Panel Bed as well as other prizes from Da'Roadie! See you today at Ashley!
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Best Country 103️ September 5, 2026

Happening this morning! Come on down to Ashley Homestore and get in on some awesome Labor Day Deals. Stop by the booth and say hi to Moon & Grubes of @Best Country 103 who will be live from 11am to 1pm and get in on a chance to win a Ashley Queen Panel Bed as well as other prizes from Da'Roadie! See you today at Ashley!

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Best Country 103️ September 4, 2026

What item(s) do you refuse to throw away from your childhood.

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Best Country 103️ September 3, 2026

Give us a reason why you would want to fake your own death? 

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Hello September! Autumn Vibes Are Blooming at Lehne Farms, LLC 🍂🍎 Can you believe September is finally here? 🗓️ As the season shifts and a crisp breeze settles into the valley, we are welcoming all the cozy, harvest-season magic at Lehne Farms and The Farmstand! ☀️ Whether you are craving farm-fresh produce or looking for the perfect family outing, The Farmstand by Lehne Farms has everything you need to celebrate the start of fall. Make Your Thursday Nights Unforgettable! 🎶✨ Join us for our Weekly Thursday Evening Markets! From 5 PM – 8 PM, stroll through our curated selection of unique producer and artisan vendors. We’ve got live music to set the autumn mood, our signature BBQ firing up, and plenty of fun kids’ activities right here at Lehne Farms. It’s the ultimate way to embrace the new season and support our amazing local community creators. Win Big With Moon & Grubes! 🎧 Tune in to Best Country 103 every Thursday morning for another exciting round of the Mystery Sound featuring the sights, sounds, and flavors of The Farmstand! Could it be the crunch of fresh-picked apples, the crackling of our BBQ, or something else entirely? Be the first correct caller to win a $50 Gift Certificate to stock up on all your favorites: * Homemade baked goods 🥧 * Fresh deli salads 🥗 * Local autumn produce 🥕 * And so much more! Plan Your Visit 📍 Where: The Farmstand by Lehne Farms, 532 Melrose Road, Roseburg, OR 97471 ⏰ When: Wed–Sat, 9 AM – 5 PM (Always call ahead to confirm hours!)* Don’t let the start of September slip by without grabbing some farm-fresh goodness! Who is tuning in to Best Country 103 this morning? Let us know in the comments if you’re playing along! 👇 🌿🍓 #LehneFarms #TheFarmstand #DouglasCounty #ShopLocal #ThursdayEveningMarket #MoonAndGrubes #BestCountry103 #SeptemberVibes #FallHarvest
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Best Country 103️ September 3, 2026

Hello September! Autumn Vibes Are Blooming at Lehne Farms, LLC 🍂🍎 Can you believe September is finally here? 🗓️ As the season shifts and a crisp breeze settles into the valley, we are welcoming all the cozy, harvest-season magic at Lehne Farms and The Farmstand! ☀️ Whether you are craving farm-fresh produce or looking for the perfect family outing, The Farmstand by Lehne Farms has everything you need to celebrate the start of fall. Make Your Thursday Nights Unforgettable! 🎶✨ Join us for our Weekly Thursday Evening Markets! From 5 PM – 8 PM, stroll through our curated selection of unique producer and artisan vendors. We’ve got live music to set the autumn mood, our signature BBQ firing up, and plenty of fun kids’ activities right here at Lehne Farms. It’s the ultimate way to embrace the new season and support our amazing local community creators. Win Big With Moon & Grubes! 🎧 Tune in to Best Country 103 every Thursday morning for another exciting round of the Mystery Sound featuring the sights, sounds, and flavors of The Farmstand! Could it be the crunch of fresh-picked apples, the crackling of our BBQ, or something else entirely? Be the first correct caller to win a $50 Gift Certificate to stock up on all your favorites: * Homemade baked goods 🥧 * Fresh deli salads 🥗 * Local autumn produce 🥕 * And so much more! Plan Your Visit 📍 Where: The Farmstand by Lehne Farms, 532 Melrose Road, Roseburg, OR 97471 ⏰ When: Wed–Sat, 9 AM – 5 PM (Always call ahead to confirm hours!)* Don’t let the start of September slip by without grabbing some farm-fresh goodness! Who is tuning in to Best Country 103 this morning? Let us know in the comments if you’re playing along! 👇 🌿🍓 #LehneFarms #TheFarmstand #DouglasCounty #ShopLocal #ThursdayEveningMarket #MoonAndGrubes #BestCountry103 #SeptemberVibes #FallHarvest

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We need our community’s help! A gentleman called in to Best Country 103 this morning after finding a class ring, and he’s hoping we can help get it back to its rightful owner. The ring appears to be from South Umpqua Class of 2012. The inscription inside reads Anthony Wayne Honey (or possibly Haney). If you know Anthony or anyone who might be connected to him, please tag them or share this post so we can reunite the ring with its owner. Let’s see if we can make this happen! Thank you for helping out! 🙏
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Best Country 103️ September 2, 2026

We need our community’s help! A gentleman called in to Best Country 103 this morning after finding a class ring, and he’s hoping we can help get it back to its rightful owner. The ring appears to be from South Umpqua Class of 2012. The inscription inside reads Anthony Wayne Honey (or possibly Haney). If you know Anthony or anyone who might be connected to him, please tag them or share this post so we can reunite the ring with its owner. Let’s see if we can make this happen! Thank you for helping out! 🙏

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Buckeye Bridge and National Forest Service Road 29 on the Tiller Ranger District will be closed through Friday, September 11th for road construction and repairs. Information from the Umpqua National Forest said during this time, National Forest Service Road 28 will remain open, and visitors will be able to access South Umpqua Falls. Drivers should plan accordingly, use caution when traveling through the work area, and obey posted signs and flaggers. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

Buckeye Bridge and National Forest Service Road 29 on the Tiller Ranger District will be...

SUTHERLIN — The Sutherlin High School football team shut out Elmira 49-0 in a wet, rainy game Friday night in Sutherlin. "We started the first half a little slow, which kind of seems like something we need to work on. But overall, we came out with a win, so that's going to help us," senior Beau Olsen said. "Hopefully, those guys can work in practice, get a little bit better, and go win a couple games for us." Sophomore Braxton Gary was 4-for-13 passing, with 89 yards, one touchdown and one interception. Sutherlin head coach Bret Prock said while the incompletions were the team trying to score before halftime, the interception was mostly due to the weather. Eden Cardoza caught two catches for 34 yards and one touchdown. "Blocking overall is a lot better (than last game)," Cardoza said. "We prepped it all week, really got on the line, which I love my big boys. They do their job, so it's somewhat easy from there." For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

SUTHERLIN — The Sutherlin High School football team shut out Elmira 49-0 in a wet,...

Douglas County Sheriff’s Office K9 Zoro tracked down a suspect in a burglary on Saturday night. A DCSO report said at approximately 10:40 p.m. deputies were dispatched after a caller said there was a burglary in progress at the residence in the 1000 block of North Gazley Road in the Myrtle Creek area. The reporting party advised that there were two males inside the home and a female associated with a sub-compact vehicle had fled after she was confronted. Undersheriff Brad O’Dell said while responding, deputies located the vehicle in question and conducted a traffic stop. Deputies detained the driver, a 34-year-old woman from Canyonville. She was taken into custody and charged with conspiracy to commit a Class felony and for unlawful possession of methamphetamine. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

Douglas County Sheriff’s Office K9 Zoro tracked down a suspect in a burglary on Saturday...

The Roseburg Indians rolled to a historic 71-7 blowout win in the first-ever meeting with the Rex Putnam Kingsmen Friday at Finlay Field. Roseburg (2-0) trailed 7-0 against Putnam (0-1) after the Kingsmen scored on their opening drive, but the Indians responded with 71-unanswered points to set a new school record for points scored in a single game. Coach Matt Watson said it was good to see his team taking advantage of opportunities. "When we're given an opportunity, we need to capitalize on that opportunity and get used to that and get comfortable with that," Watson said. "The boys did a fantastic job cashing in tonight." For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

The Roseburg Indians rolled to a historic 71-7 blowout win in the first-ever meeting with...

Last week, Douglas County Commissioners Tom Kress, Chris Boice and Tim Freeman issued a proclamation calling upon all citizens in the county to observe September as National Preparedness Month. The proclamation was presented by Commissioner Boice on behalf of the board, and acknowledged that, “We know that preparedness is a shared responsibility that requires the active involvement of individuals, families, businesses, and local governments to ensure that our community is ready to respond and recover from emergencies of all kinds”. National Preparedness Month proclamation certificates were issued to a long list of people from a variety of organizations and agencies that are involved in preparedness and attended the commissioner’s weekly business meeting. National Preparedness Month has been observed since 2004 and aims to help Americans prepare for emergencies. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

Last week, Douglas County Commissioners Tom Kress, Chris Boice and Tim Freeman issued a proclamation...

Douglas County Parks Department, in partnership with the Oregon State Marine Board and the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife, have announced the completion of the Cooper Creek County Park Boat Dock Replacement Project. A county release said the west boat ramp, dock and parking lot reopened to the public on Friday, September 4th. The project included the replacement of the park’s aging east and west boat docks, parking lot paving and related accessibility improvements. The upgrades were designed to improve public safety, accessibility and the overall recreational experience for boaters and visitors to Cooper Creek County Park. Construction began in June with improvements to the east boat ramp and continued in July with the closure of the west boat ramp to accommodate construction activities. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

Douglas County Parks Department, in partnership with the Oregon State Marine Board and the Oregon...

In a rainy Thursday nonleague game, the Roseburg High School girls soccer team kept Churchill down for a 3-0 win at Finlay Field. “We had a great warm up, and we scored within the first five minutes in the first half, and then we scored within the first two minutes of the second half,” Roseburg senior Molly Smith said. “We started out really strong, and we set the tempo for the game.” Roseburg girls soccer sits at a 2-0 record for the season. Roseburg head coach Janelle Newton said it feels good to start off with marks in the W column after a lot of preseason work. “There’s still a lot that we need to work on, but it’s a great start to the season, and we have some tough competition next week, so we’re excited for that,” Newton said. So far, both sides of the board have contributed evenly on the team. The Indians have posted seven points in their first two games, while only allowing one goal in the first game from a penalty kick. Newton said the team is made up of 16 on the core squad, including six seniors, some juniors and sophomores and one freshman. The team is doing a good job now of learning and adapting to competing with each other. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

In a rainy Thursday nonleague game, the Roseburg High School girls soccer team kept Churchill...

Roseburg residents will witness a cross-country cultural phenomenon come to Oregon when the Umpqua Bird Alliance (UBA) hosts two viewings for the arrival of Vaux's swifts. Starting at 6:30 p.m. on September 18 and 25 at the Fir Grove Park, watch parties will meet to see Vaux's swifts, a small, fast and acrobatic bird, roost overnight in the Umpqua Valley Arts Center's Clay Place chimney. The roosting is a regular event occurring each year from mid-September to early October as the birds gather together to rest during their long migration, which spans from the Southern tip of Central America to as far as British Columbia. At about 4-5 inches in length, Vaux's swifts are highly acrobatic, often forming undulating formations in large numbers as they race across the sky to catch insects. Unable to land on horizontal surfaces, the spend most of their life coasting in the air, landing to rest in vertical structures such as chimneys or tree snags. The swifts have stopped in the Roseburg area for 60 years, with flocks as large as over 7,000 birds. Beyond Roseburg, as many as 35,000 swifts will gather inside smokestacks at a single time. For birding enthusiasts, it's an opportunity to engage the community, both birders and non-birders, by viewing the animals in a group setting. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

Roseburg residents will witness a cross-country cultural phenomenon come to Oregon when the Umpqua Bird...

Drain teenager Addison Hescock arm wrestled for the first time at the Joe Woody Memorial Arm Wrestling Tournament in Myrtle Creek in the summer of 2025. Less than a year later, she's qualified to compete at the upcoming International Federation of Armwrestling Championship. "The competition at worlds for the juniors is pretty scarce, but for the women, 63 kilograms is the most competitive weight class there is for women, so I'm excited about that," Hescock said. Throughout the year, she's worked her way up the ranks, first competing in the Washington State Arm Wrestling Championship in December 2025, where she climbed to the top of four brackets — the left- and right-handed competitions in both the 130-143 and 144-165 weight classes. At the International Federation of Armwrestling's United States National Armwrestling Championship in April in Dayton, Ohio, Hescock won the left- and right-handed junior national titles, and in the Women's Open 139 pound (63 kilogram) class, she placed second in both the left- and right-handed brackets. "It was pretty cool. It was pretty serious," Hescock said. "I had an injury there, like going into it, so my performance wasn't quite what I wanted in the women's division, but I'm hoping to make a comeback and prove myself at worlds." She was rewarded for the U.S. titles with the chance to compete for Team USA in the upcoming International Federation of Armwrestling Championship, held September 22-28 in Tsuchiura, Japan. At the world championship, Hescock will compete in all four brackets, the left-and right-handed Junior 15U Championship and Women's Open Championship in the 139-pound class (63 kg). For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

Drain teenager Addison Hescock arm wrestled for the first time at the Joe Woody Memorial...

Crews with the Douglas Forest Protective Association and other agencies responded to lightning caused fires Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning in the Tiller area. DFPA Public Information Officer said Rachael Pope said several lightning strikes were reported. Just after 9:45 p.m. firefighters from DFPA, Tiller Rural Fire Protection District, Days Creek Volunteer Fire Department, Milo Rural Volunteer Fire Department, Canyonville-South Umpqua Fire District and Riddle Fire Protection District began lightning reconnaissance and response efforts. Pope said crews located a single lightning struck tree with an estimated 0.01-acre fire spread into nearby vegetation. DFPA crews trailed the fire, named the 1610 fire, throughout the night. Pope said crews also located two lightning-struck trees with an estimated 0.01-acre fire spread into nearby vegetation. The fire, named the Joe Hall Fire, was trailed and mopped up by responding crews. Both fires were transferred to the Umpqua National Forest, Tiller Ranger District, on Wednesday morning. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

Crews with the Douglas Forest Protective Association and other agencies responded to lightning caused fires...

Umpqua Community College Performing and Visual Arts Present the Tony Kaltenberg Trio in concert on Friday, September 11th at 7:00 p.m. in Centerstage at the Whipple Fine Arts Center. Kaltenberg will appear with bassist Michael Manring and percussionist Jerod Kapllan. The trio is described as an “acoustically influenced effervescent power trio for the 21st century”. Admission is at the door: $15 for adults, $10 for seniors with students admitted for free. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

Umpqua Community College Performing and Visual Arts Present the Tony Kaltenberg Trio in concert on...

The Poole Creek Campground, including Poole Creek Boat Ramp, will close to the public at 11:00 a.m. on September 7, to allow for construction work to begin. The campground will remain closed until the summer 2027 season. A release from the Umpqua National Forest said this project is being completed in collaboration with PacifiCorp and will improve campground infrastructure and visitor access. Planned improvements include parking improvements at lakeside campsites, new asphalt and subgrade improvements to campground loop road, and parking lot refurbishment near the Poole Creek Boat Ramp. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

The Poole Creek Campground, including Poole Creek Boat Ramp, will close to the public at...

The YMCA of Douglas County is welcoming youth and families back this fall with a variety of programs designed to keep kids active, build skills and create opportunities to connect. A YMCA release said the fall offer includes youth soccer for ages 3 through grade 2, monthly homeschool P.E. for ages 5 through 17, and youth strength and conditioning with individual and small-group training for ages 7 to 16. These programs are open to both members and non-members. Registration for youth soccer is open through September 13. Teens can also take advantage of the Y’s youth membership for a great and safe place to visit after school. Membership is available for ages 13 through 18 for $35 per month with no joining fee, providing access to the facility, youth space, pools, fitness equipment, classes and more. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

The YMCA of Douglas County is welcoming youth and families back this fall with a...

After more than two months without a permanent city manager, the Roseburg City Council has passed a vote to appoint Anette Spickard for the role. The decision came during a special meeting on Wednesday. Spickard will take over for Roseburg Police Chief Gary Klopfenstein, who has served as city manager pro-tem since Nikki Messenger's departure from the position on June 30. Spickard's annual salary will set at $210,000, larger than Messenger's salary of just over $191,900 at the time of her departure. Councilor Andrea Zielinski said she feels the council is getting what they pay for because of Spickard's experience and status as a Credentialed Manager with the International City/County Management Association. "She has all the credentials, and more than we've ever had before." Zielinski said. "She has experience." Originally from McCall, Idaho, Spickard has served in city government positions for over 25 years. She holds a master’s degree in public administration from University of Washington as well as a bachelor’s degree in business management from Loyola Marymount University. Since April 2024, Spickard has served as the city manager of Sedona, Arizona. Prior to that, she served in Oregon as both Lane County assessor and as director of development and public works for Springfield, Oregon between 2007 and 2018. She also served from 2018 to 2024 as city manager of McCall, Idaho. Spickard first introduced herself to Roseburg during an August 4 open house, where she and five other candidates for the position gave introductory speeches sharing details on their background and work mentality. For More Information Please visit www.nrtoday.com

After more than two months without a permanent city manager, the Roseburg City Council has...

Due to decreased temperatures and precipitation across lands protected by the Douglas Forest Protective Association, Public Use Restrictions Levels have decreased to LOW effective at 12:00 pm. Wednesday for all private, county, state and Bureau of Indian Affairs lands within the Douglas District. DFPA Public Information Officer Rachael Pope said in addition, the Industrial Fire Precaution Level has decreased to Level 2 as well. Pope said that is within the Douglas District, all regulated use areas, and all forestlands with one-eighth mile of those areas, including lands managed by the Roseburg District Bureau of Land Management. Pope said the public is reminded that fire season remains in effect, and caution should continue to be exercised when using fire or equipment outdoors. Pope said while Labor Day weekend often marks the unofficial end of summer as the school year begins, it does not signal the end of fire season. While fire danger levels have decreased, the potential for a wildfire start has not ended. Before heading out for the long weekend, know the current restrictions, and check vehicles and trailers for anything that could create sparks. Secure trailer chains and never park on dry grass or brush. Campfires are only permitted in designated locations and must be fully extinguished before leaving. If using a barbecue or grill, keep it away from dry vegetation and never leave it unattended. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

Due to decreased temperatures and precipitation across lands protected by the Douglas Forest Protective Association,...

There are two Jeremy Steven Yows. The first is seen a mugshot taken from a 2020 conviction: Wild, unkempt hair and a scruffy, overgrown beard bookending a slender face of mauve blotches and deep creases. A pair of eyes, glazed over and vacant, stare into the middle distance. The second Yow was seen on August 11, when he attended his graduation from the Douglas County Mental Health Court. Here is a new man, a slight smile visible under his trimmed mustache, a sullen gaze replaced with contentedness. His mother and sister can hardly believe it. The past 25 years were a blur of chaos and heartbreak. They never expected to see him like this again, full of life. They had barely expected to see him still breathing. And yet, here he was, shaking a judge's hand as he accepted his certificate of completion from the Douglas County Mental Health Court, the room erupting into applause as tears of joy start to flow. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

There are two Jeremy Steven Yows. The first is seen a mugshot taken from a...

The Roseburg High School volleyball team defeated McNary in straight sets to open the season with a nonleague win. The set scores were 25-22, 25-21, 27-25. The first two sets were close, with each team battling for single points to stay ahead even minimally, but the Indians were able to ease to the lead both times for the wins. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

The Roseburg High School volleyball team defeated McNary in straight sets to open the season...