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Coming up on Best Country 103 is the 7:08 Brainbuster!!! Listen for your chance to win a breakfast burrito of your choice from our friends at The Breakfast Nook !!! (Da’Roadie suggests the Steak burrito covered in sausage gravy topped with their signature Jalapeño salsa!!! Thanks to our listener Dan who got me hooked now!!!)

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Question of the Day: What is the first Artist, Album or Song you remember purchasing yourself?

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Jason Aldean's new album Songs About Us drops tonight at Midnight!!! We know we had a lot of listeners trying to win tickets to see Jason Aldean on his Songs About Us Tour when it comes to Cascades Amphitheater on July 30th with Chase Matthew, Mackenzie Carpenter, and Dee Jay Silver and we are excited because we have 1 FINAL pair of tickets to giveaway!!! We haven't figured out just when or how yet, but keep listening to Moon & Grubes and Best Country 103 for more information to come!!!

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Question of the Day: What do you collect? (EX: Rocks, Autographs, Vinyl Records, Comics, etc)

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If your a Willy fan, you might want to catch this conversation with David Letterman

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🌱 Fresh from The Farmstand – Tomorrow Morning! 🌱 Get ready, Douglas County! Tomorrow morning on Best Country 103, Moon & Grubes are bringing you another Mystery Sound straight from the fields and shelves at The Farmstand by Lehne Farms, LLC! From the crisp snap of fresh-picked veggies, the juicy burst of ripe berries, the rustle of garden-fresh lettuce, or maybe even something sizzling from our deli — can you guess what it is? 🚨 Be the first correct caller and win a $50 Gift Certificate to The Farmstand by Lehne Farms! Use it to stock up on farm-fresh produce, greenhouse plants, homemade baked goods, chocolate-dipped ice cream bars, fresh espresso, crisp salads, deli favorites, and so much more — all grown or made with care right here in our community. 📍 The Farmstand by Lehne Farms 532 Melrose Road Roseburg, OR 97471 Open Wednesday–Saturday, 9am–5pm (hours subject to change — always call ahead!) Tune in tomorrow morning to Best Country 103, listen closely, and be ready to call in fast when you think you know the sound! Who’s tuning in tomorrow? Drop a comment below if you’ll be listening and playing along!

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Get ready, Douglas County! The boys are leaving the studio and heading out into the sunshine! ☀️🎧 Moon & Grubes are taking the Best Country 103 show on the road! Join us LIVE from the 2026 JBCC Spring Fair at the Jerry Bruce Community Campus from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM in the Aviva Health parking lot . The Spring Fair is going to be packed with fun for the whole family, including: 🎨 Face Painting & Henna Tattoos 🎈 Balloon Artists 🚒 The Thundering Water WOW Truck ... and so much more! 🚚 Food Trucks will be on site with food available for purchase so come hungry! But you HAVE to make sure you stop by the Best Country 103 booth! Come say hi to Moon & Grubes, Da'Roadie may have some cool prizes, and most importantly—REGISTER TO WIN! 🎟️ We’ve got your chance to score a pair of tickets to see the hilarious Comedian Matt Rife at the Moda Center on October 10th! It’s all about supporting the JBCC partners like United Community Action Network and the Family Development Center while having a blast. See you at the campus! 🤠🎙️ #BestCountry103 #MoonAndGrubes #JBCCSpringFair #RoseburgEvents #MattRife #LiveRadio #DouglasCountyFun

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The Thundering Waters: Upstream Healthcare WOWtruck is newly organized, filled with games and activities and ready for the upcoming busy months as the schedule fills out for the rest of the year.

Thundering Water Vice President Cordell Smith said the truck has around 35 events on the schedule for the rest of the year, and this keeps increasing as more people book summer plans. Last year, it went to 21 events.

"We're kind of an attractant," Smith said. "The gatherings and events that they're already doing, it just makes them more attractive and brings a bigger audience for them."

Thundering Waters Operations Manager Hope Assink said her job is to go around to the community, look at sites and schedule new people so they will be at more and more events as time goes on.

"We're excited for our community to just get involved and be able to have somewhere to go and something to do that presents activities for families to participate in together in healthy eating, healthy living," Assink said.

She said she is excited to see the positive atmosphere for youth to participate in and also a spot for youth to work. The organization employs staff members over 14 years old, to help set up things, show how to use the games and activities and repack the truck after the events. It also uses volunteers of all ages who apply. Assink said it takes over two hours to set up and about two hours to take it down.

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For many Oregonians, an in-person, front-row seat to an Oregon Supreme Court hearing is unfeasible. But on Thursday, students from high schools across Douglas County were given that opportunity with a series of live hearings held at Umpqua Community College.

Across the morning, students attended two live hearings in which the panel of justices heard briefs from appellants and respondents regarding appeals, providing them with information to help make decisions down the line.

The event was a collaboration between the Oregon Supreme Court and Civics Learning Project, an organization which provides students with opportunities to attend and learn from civics-related processes.

According to Civics Learning Project Executive Director Sam Kang, the goal of events like live hearings is to educate students on how democratic government functions.

"We're trying to make students see that democracy is accessible, it's real and it deals with real people that deal with real life issues," Kang said. "Democracy is local. It happens right here in the community, so that's what we're trying to show."

Following each hearing, students were allowed to ask justices questions regarding their jobs, such as what to do when ethical concerns come up or how they chose their professions.

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More than 1.3 million people visited the Roseburg area last year, and they collectively pumped more than $85 million into the local economy, according to a presentation delivered Thursday to the Roseburg Economic Development Commission.

The presentation was provided by RaeAnn Malone, destination marketing manager for Experience Roseburg, which is the tourism marketing campaign created by Anvil Northwest, the designated Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) for the city.

“What we found were that seven out of 10 visits were repeat guests, which speaks well to people’s experience here,” Malone said, adding that the strongest draws were Wildlife Safari and the Tokatee and other area waterfalls.

“Those are the attractions that bring people here and keep them coming here,” she said.

Experience Roseburg produces a hard-copy visitors guide and mails several hundred of them throughout the state and region, including Northern California, and even across the country, including one to New Jersey, Malone said.

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The roots of The News-Review stretch back to the post-Civil War American West. The paper’s earliest predecessor, the Roseburg Ensign, was founded by Thomas and Henry R. Gale, two brothers from Eugene, on April 30, 1867.

The first issue of the four-page weekly came out on May 28 for the price of $3, according to George S. Turnbull’s History of Oregon Newspapers and likely the annual subscription price. One of the oldest surviving businesses in the state of Oregon, the paper has witnessed the full arc of southern Oregon’s transformation from frontier territory to modern community.

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Performance: A first-team all-state outfielder last year for the Monarchs — who have won back-to-back Class 2A/1A state titles — York was moved to second base this season and remains a productive player at the plate. Heading into Wednesday, he was hitting .429 with three triples, 13 runs and 12 RBIs. 

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Brynlee Roberts was 11-years old and living a normal childhood in Winchester, with mom and dad, her twin brother and her 4-year old sister, when she started having occasional double-vision and one eye would have irregular movements. That’s when her mother called her eye doctor and was told with some urgency, Brynlee needed to be examined right away.

Their doctor examined her and said it could be nothing, but it could be something more serious, and sent her to the emergency room for an MRI. It turns out it was much more serious.

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Performance: Has played a major role for the Lancers this season after transferring from Class 6A Roseburg. Has a 9-1 pitching record with a 0.494 earned run average, striking out 125 and walking 25 in 56 2/3 innings. Has a WHIP (walks-hits per innings pitched) of .688. Hitting .487 with three home runs and 14 RBIs at the plate.
WINSTON — The kitchen at Douglas High School was full of people in white chef coats and hats and the smells of a bunch of different foods cooking, with a blanket of stress permeating the room.

"This is so overwhelming," one chef muttered only seven minutes into the hour allotted for the competition.

Winston-Dillard School District held a Top Chef competition on Wednesday evening in the Douglas High School facilities. Family and friends were invited to see 12 students from the district, spanning grades 3-12, cook a meal and serve it to three judges. Students were scored on presentation, taste and how kid-friendly and creative the meal was.

"This is our first one, I hope we get to do a million more, because it's a neat thing," Douglas High School culinary teacher Casey O'Toole said.

Douglas High School's Ally Hook, Winston Middle School's Sindel Hyche and for the elementary schools Alli Davis took the gold in their respective classes. With the wins, the three received a brand-new set of cooking ware, featuring pots, pans, lids and some utensils.

"I'm now the one cooking dinner every night," Sindel said following the win.

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On Wednesday, the Douglas County Board of Commissioners issued a proclamation on child care appreciation, approved agreements and purchases and more during a regular meeting.

The meeting began with the board issuing a proclamation for National Child Care Provider Appreciation Day, designating it for May 8 in Douglas County. According to the proclamation, the day recognizes the the impact child care providers and educators have on communities.

"High-quality childcare supports not only children, but also strengthens families by providing dependable care, allowing parents, guardians, and student parents to pursue employment, education, and career advancement opportunities," reads the proclamation.

The proclamation was attended by representatives from Douglas ESD, the Douglas County Childcare Coalition (DCCC) and several childcare providers. According to DCCC Co-Lead Heather Freilinger, the proclamation was initiated by the coalition.

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When Gathering Grounds Coffee House closed its old storefront at the end of January, fans were left without their daily fix of their favorite caffeinated drinks and plant-based foods. This week, the store and its offerings have made a return.

On Monday, the cafe celebrated its reopening in a new storefront located at 740 SE Cass Ave. in Roseburg. It was formerly located a few blocks away at 949 SE Oak Ave.

The cafe offers classic espresso beverages, such as shots, mochas and lattes, as well as blended frappes and plant-based, vegan food options such as breakfast sandwiches and burritos.

According to owner Brandi Hope, the move was spurred by rising rent and utilities costs. Even with those reasons, Hope said she feels it gives her and her daughter Gabriella Hope, who helps run the shop, a chance to make it a more personal spot.

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The News-Review will continue publishing profiles of candidates for the Douglas County Board of Commissioners (BOC) through April. This week's candidate is Steven "Steve" Hammerson, who filed to run for the BOC's position three currently held by Commissioner Chris Boice, who has filed for re-election. 

Hammerson responded to a second set of questions from The News-Review regarding his biography and qualifications. Hammerson filed for election last October, and told The News-Review he has been planning on running since 2022.
With just a couple of weeks remaining in the regular season, the Umpqua Community College baseball team is battling for playoff positioning in the South Region and couldn't afford to let a pair of games against last-place Clackamas slip away on Wednesday at Champion Car Wash Field.

The Riverhawks caplitalized on their chances and secured a sweep of the Cougars with a 3-0 victory in Game 1 and a walk-off 3-2 win in the nightcap. 

"It's huge," Umpqua coach Jake Whisler said of the sweep. "It's tough to win in this league and those were two gritty wins.

"We're coming down the stretch of the season and we've got some games to make up. We're chasing what we want and to be able to get that we've got to put wins together, however they may come."

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DRAIN — The North Douglas softball team earned its first Special District 5 win of the season Wednesday, defeating Oakridge 12-4 at Howard's Field.

North Douglas is 9-4 overall and 1-3 in SD5. No game statistics were provided.

The Warriors will host Knappa Friday in a nonleague twin bill.
EUGENE — The Roseburg Indians had a seven-game winning streak come to an end and saw their undefeated Southwest Conference record erased in a 3-1 loss to the Sheldon Irish on Tuesday at Lane Community College. 

It was a nip-and-tuck game that never truly saw the momentum swing too far in one direction. 

Sheldon (9-7, 6-4 SWC) never trailed in the matchup, but had to hold off Roseburg (10-4, 6-1), which had several chances to snatch the lead.
News-Review has confirmed the identity of the juvenile, but has not published his name since he was not prosecuted as an adult. 

Previous testimony in the case confirmed that the juvenile had been in the custody of OYA previously, and court records confirm that he appeared before Judge Jason Thomas on multiple cases last year. Now, that judge is sending him back. 

On the morning of January 2, 2026, James Wade Gage, 60, was stabbed to death when he moved to intervene in a disturbance on Roseburg's Umpqua Greenway, the site of multiple tents and camps occupied by the unhoused community. The juvenile was arrested a few minutes later, after fleeing and jumping into the river. 

On Tuesday, Chief Deputy District Attorney Allison Eichmann confirmed that a knife recovered near the scene was confirmed to be the homicide weapon, as both James Gage's blood and the juvenile's DNA were found on the knife

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The former deputy director at Douglas CARES has filed a lawsuit against the agency and former board member and Douglas County District Attorney Rick Wesenberg, claiming she was forced out of her job after raising concerns about public safety and the misuse of funds.

Tamara Terry filed the lawsuit April 3 in Douglas County District Court. It lists Douglas CARES and Wesenberg as defendants. Wesenberg declined to comment.

Wesenberg and Douglas CARES are represented by Breanna Thompson, who is with the Salem firm Garrett Hemann Robertson P.C.

Terry is represented by Portland attorney Diane S. Sykes, who did not return an email seeking comment.

Terry is seeking just under $3.6 million, claiming she is the victim of whistleblower retaliation, wrongful discharge, and intentional infliction of emotional distress.

She has requested a jury trial.

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The League of Women Voters (LWV) of the Umpqua Valley hosted a forum of incumbents and candidates for the Douglas County Board of Commissioners (BOC) Tuesday evening at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. 

According to the LWV, as all three board positions are up for election in the May primary, all 13 candidates were invited to Tuesday's forum, including three incumbents who have all filed for re-election. 11 of the 13 were in attendance Tuesday night, responding to written questions submitted from the audience. 

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SUTHERLIN — The South Umpqua softball team put Sutherlin in the dog pound with a 11-0 rout in six innings in a Class 3A Far West League game on Tuesday.

The contest was stopped early due to the mercy rule.

The Lancers (12-1, 4-0 FWL), who are No. 3 in the OSAA 3A power rankings and No. 5 in the coaches' poll, have won 12 straight games since a season-opening loss to Dayton.

Pitching and hitting for the South Umpqua was Jasmine Morales.

The senior pitched allowed just one hit in six innings, striking out 13 and walking three. Morales was 3-for-4 at the plate with two RBIs, including her team's only double and a home run.

Following that act was Regan Ireland, who went 2-for-4 with two RBIs and two home runs. Danika Richardson finished 3-for-4 with two RBIs and a homer. Dakota Gallego was 2-for-4 with an RBI and Shiloh Gilbert homered and knocked in three runs.

"We started off pretty quick, but then lulled a little bit. By the fourth inning we picked it up." S.U. head coach JP Kelley said.

When asked about Morales as a player, he said, "She's a fine leader. She's a workhorse, she's got a great attitude and has the team's best interest in mind."

The Lancers have outscored their opponents 60-1 in league play.

"I think we can (go unbeaten), as long as we show up and do our job every day," Kelley said. 

For Sutherlin (9-5, 1-3 FWL), freshman Maya Flora took the loss. She allowed 10 hits and 11 runs (eight earned) with six strikeouts and two walks. Freshman Kinzley Hughes had the lone hit for the Bulldogs. 

The two teams will face off again in a league doubleheader Friday in Tri City, beginning at 3 p.m.

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The Roseburg High School golf teams played host to the Roseburg Country Club Invitational on Monday.

Sophomore Lana Silvestri led a 1-2-3 finish by the Roseburg girls with an 18-hold score of 70. Raeleigh Traviss was second (97) and Irelyn Weaver finished third (104).

North Medford and South Medford also competed on the girls’ side.

Grants Pass’ Carson Krauss was the medalist for the boys, shooting a 68. Ronan Wilkerson of South Medford was second (69).

Senior Harrison Scott was Roseburg’s low scorer with an 80, followed by Graham Fisk (86) and Aaron Familio (88). Wyatt Winters led Douglas (77).

South Medford (302) finished first in the team standings, while Roseburg (346) was fifth.

The Roseburg girls are scheduled to host Junction City in a dual Wednesday at Bar Run. The RHS boys will head to Medford for an invitational at Centennial Golf Club on April 27.

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SUTHERLIN — Sophomore Camden Black pitched a complete-game three-hitter and South Umpqua/Days Creek won the opening game of a three-game Far West League baseball series, defeating Sutherlin 6-1 on Tuesday.

Black gave up an unearned run, striking out 10 and walking none. The Lancers improved to 8-3 on the season and 3-1 in the FWL.

"He's a very good all-around pitcher," Sutherlin coach Bret Prock said of Black. "He mixes his off-speed pitches really well, and he's definitely a competitor."

Braxton Hamilton was 2-for-4 with a run, and Crew Donner went 2-for-4 with a run and RBI for South Umpqua/Days Creek. Adam Whetzel was 1-for-2 with two walks and a run.

Riley Cortes doubled, and Jake Narkiewicz and Aaron Lepre contributed singles for the Bulldogs (7-7, 2-2). Cortes scored Sutherlin's lone run in the fifth on an error.

Jackson Tillett took the loss, getting relieved by Cameron King in the fourth. The pair allowed five hits and two earned runs with six strikeouts and three walks.

"I thought those two competed," Prock said. "We needed to give them more support (defensively)."

The Bulldogs committed five errors in the contest.

"That was the difference," Prock said.

The two teams are scheduled to play a doubleheader Friday at O'Malley Field in Tri City, beginning at 3 p.m.

"I'm not upset with the effort today," Prock said. "We need to do a better job at the plate." 

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