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09/09/2026

Riddle Elementary School is closed on Wednesday and Thursday, due to continued bat activity in the building.

A district social media post to families said out of an abundance of caution, the district is taking this time to thoroughly inspect the building and complete the necessary cleaning and bat-removal measures. Staff are working to make the best possible decisions based on the information and professional guidance available.

Throughout this process, the district is working closely with the Douglas Public Health Network, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and a professional bat specialist. The post said, “the safety of our students and staff remains our highest priority.”

An update will be made Thursday afternoon regarding progress made and next steps for reopening Riddle Elementary School.

Riddle Elementary School is closed on Wednesday and Thursday, due to continued bat activity in the building.

09/09/2026

Roseburg Police jailed a man following a kidnapping incident on Sunday night.

An RPD report said at 7:00 p.m. officers responded to a residence in the 400 block of Northeast Wi******er Street after a caller said there had been a violation of a no contact release agreement that was in place, prohibiting 48-year-old Joshua Hansen from contacting a victim.

Officers spoke with a witness on the scene who reportedly observed Hansen grab the victim and carry her inside the residence. While at the front door, prior to attempting contact, officers heard raised voices and a loud thump coming from inside the home. After knocking on the front door for some time without a response, officers forced entrance into the residence.

Officers contacted a clearly distraught victim who stated that Hansen was in the back bedroom. The suspect was found hiding under a blanket and was detained without incident. The victim stated that Hansen carried her into the residence against her will, then when she tried to yell for help, he covered her mouth, restricting her breathing. The victim was reportedly in substantial pain as a result of the incident.

Hansen was charged with second-degree kidnapping, a felony count of strangulation, fourth-degree assault, first-degree burglary and violation of a release agreement. He was detained without bail.

Roseburg Police jailed a man following a kidnapping incident on Sunday night.

09/09/2026

BANDON — The Roseburg Indians boys' cross country team had five runners place in the top 10 to claim the team title at the Fugate Farms Invite Saturday.

Ethan Smith covered the 5,000 meter course in a personal best time of 16 minutes, 46.36 seconds, which was good for a second place finish in the individual standings. Bandon's Beckett Pahls finished first in a time of 16 minutes, 1.73 seconds.

Tayten Keplinger (6th, 17:55.20), Jamison Heath (7th, 18:21.71), Lucas Bernier (8th, 18:24.01) and Brayden Powell (9th, 18:30.45) also had top 10 finishes for the Indians.

Roseburg beat out Bandon for the boys' team title. Sutherlin finished fifth in the team scores and Glendale was sixth.

BANDON — The Roseburg Indians boys' cross country team had five runners place in the top 10 to claim the team title at the Fugate Farms Invite Saturday.

09/09/2026

Due to increasing temperatures and lowering relative humidity across lands protected by the Douglas Forest Protective Association, Public Use Restriction Levels have increased to Moderate effective 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 Levels have increased to Level 2, effective Wednesday within the Douglas District, for all regulated use areas, and all forestlands within one-eighth mile of those areas, including lands managed by the Roseburg District Bureau of Land Management.

Pope said IFPLs have changed to Level 2 in regulated use areas and all forestland within one-eighth mile thereof.

Pope said for the public under Moderate Public Use Restrictions, these activities are only permitted before 1:00 p.m. or after 8:00 p.m.:

*Non-industrial power saw use

*Cutting, grinding, or welding of metal

*Cutting, trimming, mowing dried cured grass and

*Operation of power-driven machinery for non-industrial property management or development on private lands

Motor vehicles, including motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles, are only allowed on improved roads free of flammable vegetation, except for the cultivation and harvest of agricultural crops. Each vehicle traveling on forestlands must have an axe, shovel, and one gallon of water or a 2.5 pound or larger fire extinguisher. ATVs must have a 2.5 pounds or larger ABC fire extinguisher. All other off-road driving is restricted at all times.

Due to increasing temperatures and lowering relative humidity across lands protected by the Douglas Forest Protective Association, Public Use Restriction Levels have increased to Moderate effective Wednesday for all private,

09/09/2026

GLIDE — The Glide High School volleyball team swept Douglas in three sets to open Far West League play Tuesday afternoon.

Set scores were 25-20, 26-24 and 25-14.

"We've definitely stepped it up a little bit over the last few weeks, and seen a lot of improvement in this year than we normally have in the past four seasons," Senior Madi Gomes said of the team.

For the Wildcats (2-1), Ella Weber ended with 16 kills and six aces. Lena Rinnert had 19 assists, six digs and three aces. Madi Gomes dove for 19 digs.

Head coach Jordyn Short said looking forward at the season, junior middle Weber and sophomore setter Rinnert will be two people to look out for on the court. She said Tuesday's game showcased a lot of talent from each player on the Wildcat's side of the court.

GLIDE — The Glide High School volleyball team swept Douglas in three sets to open Far West League play Tuesday afternoon.

09/09/2026

Roseburg Public Library is delivering a slate of grant-funded programs this fall for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

A city release said the library was selected to participate in round four of Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities, an initiative that provides community engagement and accessibility resources to small and rural libraries to help them better serve people with disabilities. It was made possible by the American Library Association in collaboration with the Association for Rural and Small Libraries.

On Thursday, September 10th, the library will host bingo with prizes. On Thursday, October 8th, Jessica from Create and Sip Studio will guide participants in a pumpkin-themed painting class. On Thursday, November 12th, JuggleMania’s Rhys Thomas will perform his high-energy show. Registration is requested for the pumpkin-themed painting class.

Movie and snack events are scheduled Thursday, September 24th and Thursday, October 22nd. All programs are free and begin at 11:30 a.m. at the library on Northeast Diamond Lake Boulevard. Caregivers are welcome.

Roseburg Public Library is delivering a slate of grant-funded programs this fall for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

09/09/2026

Crews with the Douglas Forest Protective Association and other agencies dealt with two fires between Monday afternoon and Tuesday morning.

A DFPA release said on Monday at approximately 3:45 p.m. their firefighters along with the Canyonville-South Umpqua Fire District responded to a report of smoke approximately 0.4 miles west of Interstate 5 near milepost 96, a few miles south of Canyonville. Upon arrival, firefighters located a single lightning struck tree with fire spread to approximately 1/100th of an acre of nearby vegetation. Mop up work was continuing as of Tuesday afternoon.

Crews with the Douglas Forest Protective Association and other agencies dealt with two fires between Monday afternoon and Tuesday morning.

09/09/2026

In Umpqua Community College's (UCC) visual arts program, it's often the work of students which receives the most focus. This month, a new exhibit will turn audience attention to the talents of their instructors.

On September 14, the UCC Faculty Show will open to the public for free in the college's Whipple Fine Arts Center It presents the artistic works of three visual arts faculty members: Jon Hoffman, Brian Willett and Greg Price. It will run until October 14.

In Umpqua Community College's (UCC) visual arts program, it's often the work of students which receives the most focus. This month, a new exhibit will turn audience attention to the

09/09/2026

Glide High School beat Douglas in straight sets to open Far West League play. Head coach Jordyn Short and other athletes talked with Gloria Coleman following the win.

Read more about it at nrtoday.com/sports.

09/08/2026

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