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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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Best Country 103️ April 23, 2026

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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Best Country 103️ April 23, 2026

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

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Best Country 103️ April 23, 2026

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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Best Country 103️ April 22, 2026

🌱 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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Best Country 103️ April 22, 2026

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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Best Country 103️ April 22, 2026

Question of the Day: Tell us what your pet has ever destroyed of yours? Comment below or even better Call the boys at 541-440-9103

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Best Country 103️ April 22, 2026

Happening May 30th!!! Meat Sale and Rib Fest from B&D Meats and Part-Timers BBQ LLC!!!

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🐾 Pet of the Week: Meet Syd! 🐾 This week’s Pet of the Week is a little charmer named Syd from @Soul 2 Soul Animal Rescue And Sanctuary! Syd is a small male Chihuahua & Miniature Pinscher Mix who is truly the whole package. This sweet boy does great with both cats and dogs, and he’s currently working on his potty training. He loves snuggling up with his foster brother and is searching for that perfect forever lap to doze off in every day. If you’re looking for a tiny snuggler who’s ready to fill your home with love, Syd might just be your guy! Interested in making him part of your family? Apply directly at soul2soular.org 🐾 Pet of the Week Brought to you by Riverview Terrace Retirement Living. Every week we spotlight one lucky animal looking for their forever home. We’re proud to partner with these dedicated local rescues and organizations working hard to save lives in our community: - Saving Grace Humane Society - Soul 2 Soul Animal Rescue And Sanctuary - New Beginnings SPCA - Feral Cat Awareness Team - Love A Pit Rescue - Last Chance Animal Rescue 541Radio and Riverview Terrace are honored to support these amazing groups making such a positive difference for animals in Douglas County. Listen in, fall in love, and consider opening your heart and home. Your perfect Pet of the Week might be waiting for you right now! #PetOfTheWeek #AdoptDontShop #Soul2SoulAnimalRescue #541Radio #RiverviewTerrace #RoseburgPets #DouglasCountyRescues
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Best Country 103️ April 21, 2026

🐾 Pet of the Week: Meet Syd! 🐾 This week’s Pet of the Week is a little charmer named Syd from @Soul 2 Soul Animal Rescue And Sanctuary! Syd is a small male Chihuahua & Miniature Pinscher Mix who is truly the whole package. This sweet boy does great with both cats and dogs, and he’s currently working on his potty training. He loves snuggling up with his foster brother and is searching for that perfect forever lap to doze off in every day. If you’re looking for a tiny snuggler who’s ready to fill your home with love, Syd might just be your guy! Interested in making him part of your family? Apply directly at soul2soular.org 🐾 Pet of the Week Brought to you by Riverview Terrace Retirement Living. Every week we spotlight one lucky animal looking for their forever home. We’re proud to partner with these dedicated local rescues and organizations working hard to save lives in our community: - Saving Grace Humane Society - Soul 2 Soul Animal Rescue And Sanctuary - New Beginnings SPCA - Feral Cat Awareness Team - Love A Pit Rescue - Last Chance Animal Rescue 541Radio and Riverview Terrace are honored to support these amazing groups making such a positive difference for animals in Douglas County. Listen in, fall in love, and consider opening your heart and home. Your perfect Pet of the Week might be waiting for you right now! #PetOfTheWeek #AdoptDontShop #Soul2SoulAnimalRescue #541Radio #RiverviewTerrace #RoseburgPets #DouglasCountyRescues

If you missed out on Jason Aldean, don't worry we will have more to giveaway!!! 🚨 TICKET TO RIDE TUESDAY is BACK next week on Best Country 103 — and this time it’s personal. 😂 Brought to you by Del Rey Café — the only spot that serves coffee strong enough to handle Matt Rife’s set. Next Tuesday, we’re giving away tickets to see the one and only @Comedian Matt Rife on his Stay Golden World Tour at the Moda Center in Portland! This dude’s mouth is dangerous… and so is missing this show. Don’t be the person Matt roasts in the crowd because you couldn’t score tickets. Tune in NEXT TUESDAY, call 541-440-9103 when you hear the cue, and yell “I’m here to ride!” for your shot at playing the game of the day for a pair of tickets. Matt Rife doesn’t do boring. Neither do we. Stay Golden… or stay home. Your choice. 🔥 #MattRife #StayGoldenWorldTour #TicketToRideTuesday #BestCountry103 #DelReyCafe
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Best Country 103️ April 21, 2026

If you missed out on Jason Aldean, don't worry we will have more to giveaway!!! 🚨 TICKET TO RIDE TUESDAY is BACK next week on Best Country 103 — and this time it’s personal. 😂 Brought to you by Del Rey Café — the only spot that serves coffee strong enough to handle Matt Rife’s set. Next Tuesday, we’re giving away tickets to see the one and only @Comedian Matt Rife on his Stay Golden World Tour at the Moda Center in Portland! This dude’s mouth is dangerous… and so is missing this show. Don’t be the person Matt roasts in the crowd because you couldn’t score tickets. Tune in NEXT TUESDAY, call 541-440-9103 when you hear the cue, and yell “I’m here to ride!” for your shot at playing the game of the day for a pair of tickets. Matt Rife doesn’t do boring. Neither do we. Stay Golden… or stay home. Your choice. 🔥 #MattRife #StayGoldenWorldTour #TicketToRideTuesday #BestCountry103 #DelReyCafe

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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. For More information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

WINSTON — The kitchen at Douglas High School was full of people in white chef...

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. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

On Wednesday, the Douglas County Board of Commissioners issued a proclamation on child care appreciation,...

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. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

When Gathering Grounds Coffee House closed its old storefront at the end of January, fans...

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.

The News-Review will continue publishing profiles of candidates for the Douglas County Board of Commissioners...

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." For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

With just a couple of weeks remaining in the regular season, the Umpqua Community College...

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.

DRAIN — The North Douglas softball team earned its first Special District 5 win of...

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.

EUGENE — The Roseburg Indians had a seven-game winning streak come to an end and...

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 For more information please visit www.nrtoday.com

News-Review has confirmed the identity of the juvenile, but has not published his name since...

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. For more information please visit www.nrtoday.com

The former deputy director at Douglas CARES has filed a lawsuit against the agency and...

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. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

The League of Women Voters (LWV) of the Umpqua Valley hosted a forum of incumbents...

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. For more information please visit www.nrtoday.com

SUTHERLIN — The South Umpqua softball team put Sutherlin in the dog pound with a...

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. For More Information Please Visit www.Nrtoday.com

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

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." for more information please visit www.nrtoday.com

SUTHERLIN — Sophomore Camden Black pitched a complete-game three-hitter and South Umpqua/Days Creek won the...

From Cougar to Wolf. Daye Stone was named as the next superintendent by the Days Creek Charter School board of directors on Monday. He will start July 1, succeeding Joe LaFountaine, who plans to retire again. Daye serves as the superintendent and K-5 elementary principal at Prospect Charter School, where he has been for four years. He has over seven years of teaching combined with 22 years of administration in Montana and Oregon, ranging from elementary, middle school and high school principal; director at community college; and district superintendent. He has also coached football, basketball and track. "I am humbled, honored, and excited to return home after a 29 year educational journey to serve the community I grew up in," Stone said in a statement. Stone said he is looking forward to listening, learning and working with everyone at the school, on top of the strong foundation that is already in place. He said he is honored to rejoin the community that shows so much care for the students and staff at the school and their future. For more information please visit www.nrtoday.com

From Cougar to Wolf.

Daye Stone was named as the next superintendent by the Days...

REEDSPORT — The Douglas County District Attorney's Office filed additional charges Monday morning against Pamela Anne Westfall, 41, of Reedsport, on suspicion of causing a house fire Thursday night that reportedly took the lives of two men. Westfall is now accused of two counts of first-degree murder, and two counts of second-degree murder, although the number of deceased victims did not increase over the weekend, according to court documents. The two counts of first-degree murder allege that an each man was intentionally killed alongside a second victim, as part of the same criminal episode. The two counts of second-degree murder allege that those same two deaths occurred in the course of arson being committed. Oregon statutes allow for multiple counts of criminal homicide to be charged for a single victim, under multiple theories as to how that illegal homicide was committed. The charge that multiple forms of homicide were committed against a single victim is then addressed at sentencing, if multiple convictions occur pursuant to a single victim. For more information please visit www.nrtoday.com

REEDSPORT — The Douglas County District Attorney's Office filed additional charges Monday morning against Pamela...

A $20 million lawsuit filed against Douglas County by the father of a teenage boy who drowned at Ben Irving Reservoir was dealt a major setback last week when the judge in the case ruled that two key witnesses will not be allowed to testify at trial. Jackson County Circuit Court Judge Benjamin Bloom, who is presiding over the case, issued his ruling Friday. He did so because Trevor Case, the father of 15-year-old Myles Martin Swenson, did not turn over his cell phone to defense attorneys for months despite, repeatedly being ordered to do so. The phone is thought to have text messages and social media posts that are connected to the incident, including Case reaching out to speak to people who witnessed the incident, said Salem attorney Aaron P. Hisel. He is representing the county and former Douglas County Sheriff's Office deputy Darrell Norton, who was driving a rescue boat and is also named in the lawsuit. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

A $20 million lawsuit filed against Douglas County by the father of a teenage boy...

WINSTON — Ian Markert said he started arm wrestling his dad since he was little, and he arm wrestles with other children at his school. When he heard about the Roseburg Arm Wrestling Club about two months ago, he decided to start attending the Friday afternoon practices to get better at the sport. "It's amazing. I really love arm wrestling, and it used to just be this activity that I did in high school, but now I get to compete," the 15-year-old from Roseburg said. "I like practicing with my friends. It's really fun, but in competition, it's really nice to meet some cool people." He first attended the Bronze Crown tournament in March, following it up with the Silver Crown on Saturday in the Winston Community Center. He said on Saturday, he was in both the youth and professional brackets, for his first time competing against in the pros. He said each time he competes, his technique has changed afterwards. He learns from practices and his opponent when in competition, mentally noting different moves they make and how it helps. He said he mostly used strength in his wins when he first started, but now he knows more technique and what moves to make on opponents and he sees a difference in his pulls. Event organizer Chelsea LaLande said the event was a little smaller than the first event, the Bronze Crown held last month, but that was to be expected with everything else happening in the arm wrestling community now. Other tournaments are taking precedent, such as the 2026 International Federation of Armwrestling (IFA) United States National Armwrestling Championship next week in Ohio. With a few local arm wrestlers planning to attend nationals, rest and recuperation is key, not risking injury or tiredness by joining the local competition. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

WINSTON — Ian Markert said he started arm wrestling his dad since he was little,...

REEDSPORT — The Rotary and Lions clubs of Reedsport hosted candidates for Douglas County Commissioner Thursday night at the Reedsport Community Center. 10 of the 13 candidates, including all three incumbents, made the trip although it was a short drive for one of the candidates. Each speaker gave a preamble on their candidacy, followed by an answer to a common question posed by Forrest Hill of Reedsport Rotarian Forrest Hill: what they believe to be the most important issue facing Douglas County. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

REEDSPORT — The Rotary and Lions clubs of Reedsport hosted candidates for Douglas County Commissioner...

The weather was gorgeous for the 49th running of the Jim Robinson Twilight Invitational track and field meet at Roseburg High School's Finlay Field, and impressive performances could be found all over on Saturday. Twenty-two schools took part in the meet. The boys 4x400-meter relay team of David Schmid, Caden Moon, Joseph Latham and McLane Stedman capped off a strong showing by Roseburg with a victory in 3 minutes, 19.82 seconds — just missing their school record of 3:19.33 set at last year's Class 6A State Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene. It was a meet record for the speedy quartet. "That was fun to watch," Roseburg coach Nathan Eckman said. "So proud of those guys." The Indians got individual wins from Schmid in the 200 (22.44), Latham in the 800 (1:57.64) and Emery Hurtienne in the high jump (6-2). Placing second were RJ Elliott in the 300 hurdles (41.56), and the 4x400 relay quartet of Adam Lookabaugh, Schmid, Stedman and Moon (43.39). "It was wonderful. Great to see all of our kids compete in all 17 events," Eckman said. Glide shined among the local small schools, with Clara Kercher winning the girls 800 (2:29.25), Kara Anderson taking first in the girls discus (119-10) and second in the shot put (34-0), and Halle Goodman finishing second in the varsity girls 3,000 (11:00.68). Hurtienne, a junior, fell short of his personal record of 6-6 in the high jump, but was pleased to beat the field on his home track. Days Creek's Joseph Young finished fourth (5-10), while Douglas' Elijah Salas (5-8, PR) and Korven Wilson (5-6) were fifth and seventh, respectively. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

The weather was gorgeous for the 49th running of the Jim Robinson Twilight Invitational track...

DAYS CREEK — The gym at Days Creek Charter School was filled with people looking all around the room at the displays, art and other items in the room, all created by students at the school. The Night to Shine Academic/Arts Fair allowed the students to display their science display boards, art projects — both individual and group ones — and other cool things they made at school. It was also a good night for the superintendent finalists to show up and mingle with the community that one of them could be serving next year. The board selected two finalists, Daye Stone and Corrine Buich. For More Information Please Visit www.nrtoday.com

DAYS CREEK — The gym at Days Creek Charter School was filled with people looking...