The News-Review

12/12/2025

GLENDALE — The efforts of the Douglas County Sheriff's Office were reportedly rewarded with a consolation prize Thursday morning. Deputies didn't find the person they were looking for, but found another person they had been looking for.

Meanwhile, Corey Lee Lange, 52, recently of Redmond, is still wanted by authorities and may be armed, based on the information released by the sheriff's office.

Lange is described in prior court records as 5 feet 11 inches in height and 250 pounds, with brown hair and eyes.

Anyone with information on Lange's location is being asked to contact the sheriff's communications center at 541-440-4471, in reference to their case number 25-4207.

GLENDALE — The efforts of the Douglas County Sheriff's Office were reportedly rewarded with a consolation prize Thursday morning. Deputies didn't find the person they were looking for, but found

12/12/2025

Oregon State University Extension Service Douglas County hosted its festive Flowers for a Cause workshop Saturday, filling the auditorium with the scent of flowers, evergreens and the creative energy of dozens of community members eager to learn a hands-on craft.

The workshop was led by newly graduated Master Gardener™ volunteer Peg Sullivan — a long-time professional floral designer whose decades of experience and easygoing teaching style helped participants of all skill levels feel confident from the very beginning.

Throughout the morning, Sullivan guided participants step-by-step through the process of creating wearable floral art. Participants learned how to shape and wire their own corsages, boutonnières and floral crowns, gaining insight into professional floral techniques while enjoying the relaxed, social atmosphere.

Oregon State University Extension Service Douglas County hosted its festive Flowers for a Cause workshop Saturday, filling the auditorium with the scent of flowers, evergreens and the creative energy of

12/12/2025

WISH GRANTED!
We are thrilled to share that KIM is our FIFTH Wish Upon A Star recipient of 2025! Her incredible courage and selfless love for her family brought tears to our eyes, and if you missed her moving story on the radio this morning, you can read every heartfelt detail right here!

Thanks to the overwhelming kindness of our community, that beautiful wish is now a reality! Kim and her family are getting the break they so desperately deserve—filled with rest, joy, and the simple magic of being together this Christmas.

A massive, heartfelt thank you to the local businesses and heroes who rallied together to make this wish come true:

* Abby's Legendary Pizza (Gift cards to keep everyone fed and happy)
* Rogue Credit Union and Brooke Communications (Donating generous gifts for groceries, gas, and everything the family needs)
* Rogue Credit Union for proudly sponsoring Wish Upon A Star

Together, we just gave Kim and her family the calm, joyful holiday they’ve been dreaming of. Thank you for helping make miracles happen! ❤️

Kim is bravely battling Multiple Sclerosis (MS), but the stress of her son’s recent skateboard accident—and the frequent drives to Portland for appointments—has caused her condition to worsen. She was hoping and wishing that her family could finally catch a break and simply enjoy the holidays ...

12/12/2025

Roseburg prides itself on its pioneer history, but few local businesses can say they’ve actually served the towns earliest residents. Wilson’s Chapel of the Roses is one of them, having processed and handled the remains of locals for over a century.

With 125 years in business, Wilson’s is one of the only funeral homes in Oregon to offer on-site crematory services through Roseburg Crematory.

Throughout its history, it has maintained a dedication to serving veterans, helping to prepare veterans for proper burials at the Roseburg Memorial Gardens.

Now, the funeral home is both celebrating its history and looking to the future with a comprehensive remodeling effort that will modernize its look.

Roseburg prides itself on its pioneer history, but few local businesses can say they’ve actually served the towns earliest residents. Wilson’s Chapel of the Roses is one of them, having

12/12/2025

Christopher Michael Garrison, 36, is believed to be on the run. According to records of the Douglas County Circuit Court, a warrant was issued Wednesday for his arrest.

Garrison was released Monday from the Douglas County Jail, but court records indicate his only connection to Douglas County is his alleged involvement in a multi-city crime spree on or about Dec. 1-2. They also indicate he was due back in court Wednesday, but did not appear.

The precise timeline remains under investigation, but it appears to have been revealed on the morning of Dec. 1 when multiple Oakland residents awoke to find their vehicles had been forcibly entered and pilfered.

A firearm is reportedly missing from one of those those vehicles, according to court records and the Sutherlin Police Department.

Christopher Michael Garrison, 36, is believed to be on the run. According to records of the Douglas County Circuit Court, a warrant was issued Wednesday for his arrest.

12/12/2025

Rural areas often struggle with key areas of community support compared to urban areas, and Douglas County is no exception. But just in time for the holidays, an extra financial boost has arrived to improve it.

On Dec. 8, Oregon Community Foundation (OCF) awarded a collective $200,200 to 11 organizations across Douglas County. The money was disbursed as a part of the group's 2025 Fall Community Grants, which accounted for a total $5.1 million in grants across the state.

In Douglas County, those grants are intended to support organizations that help with housing, food, economic development and wildfire related issues.

Rural areas often struggle with key areas of community support compared to urban areas, and Douglas County is no exception. But just in time for the holidays, an extra financial

12/11/2025

We are beyond excited to announce that JOHN is our FOURTH Wish Upon A Star recipient of 2025! His courage in the face of unimaginable hardship stole our hearts, and if you didn’t catch his powerful story on the radio this morning, you can read every inspiring detail right here!

A massive, heartfelt thank you to the local businesses and heroes who rallied together to make this wish come true:

Moonglow Photography (Donating a complete, heartfelt family photo session)
Private Anonymous Donor (An incredibly generous contribution)
Abby's Legendary Pizza (Gift card)
Rogue Credit Union and Brooke Communications (Donating generous gifts for food, gas, and essential supplies)
Rogue Credit Union for proudly sponsoring Wish Upon a Star

This is the season of miracles, and together we just made one more come true. Thank you for helping us wrap John and his kids in love this Christmas! ❤️

John’s world was turned upside down when, after waking up with intense pain, a blood test revealed he had Stage 4 colon cancer. While he struggles through chemotherapy, his biggest motivation is simply waking up every day to be there for his kids. Thanks to the support of our generous community, t...

12/11/2025

We are over the moon to announce that HEATHER is our THIRD Wish Upon A Star recipient of 2025! Her resilience and strength through incredible hardship truly moved us, and if you missed her emotional story on the radio this morning, you can catch all the details right here!

https://541radio.com/2025/12/11/heather-december-10th-2025/

A massive, heartfelt thank you to the local businesses and heroes who rallied together to make this wish come true:

Midas of Roseburg (Complete tune-up and essential repairs to get the car running like new)
Novus Glass Roseburg (Donating a full windshield replacement)
Rat Rod Round-Up (Incredible generous donations)
Abby's Legendary Pizza (Gift Card)
Rogue Credit Union for proudly sponsoring Wish Upon a Star

This is what community is all about—thank you for helping us grant another life-changing wish! ❤️

After facing multiple bouts of COVID-19 and repeated hospital stays, single, disabled mother-of-two Heather has had a difficult few years. Her oldest son has stepped up to run all the errands, but their car recently broke down, leaving them stranded. Thanks to the generosity of our incredible commun...

12/11/2025

Douglas County has been fined more than $35,000 by the state Department of Environmental Quality for not conducting required air quality testing at the landfill.

In an October letter notifying the county of the enforcement action, the DEQ said the county had failed to conduct quarterly testing for methane gas emissions at the landfill, as required. Methane gas is caused by decomposing waste, and is considered harmful to people and the environment.

The landfill, which the county has owned since 1975, is located on McLain Avenue north of Green. The site includes a system designed to collect and control methane gas emissions.

Douglas County has been fined more than $35,000 by the state Department of Environmental Quality for not conducting required air quality testing at the landfill.

12/11/2025

On Wednesday, the Douglas County Board of Commissioners held a meeting in which it recognized both members of Oregon's armed forces and the accomplishments of county staff.

Read the full story at https://tinyurl.com/5cn9mp6z

12/11/2025

OAKLAND — Phil and Kim Adams have owned Oakland Tree Farm for 31 years.

"We were young and ambitious and wanted something more. I was a forester by profession, and I got hooked up with the community of folks that were growing trees in the area, and we started leasing property to grow wholesale trees," Phil Adams said.

Read the full story at https://tinyurl.com/xdv5kwpw

12/11/2025

On Wednesday, the Douglas County Board of Commissioners held a meeting in which it recognized both members of Oregon's armed forces and the accomplishments of county staff.

National Guard Birthday proclamation

The meeting opened with a reading of a county proclamation that recognizes Dec. 13 as the 389th birthday of the U.S. National Guard.

According to the proclamation, the U.S. National Guard's roots go all the way back to America's colonial days, when it was founded in 1636. Today, the group has grown to 450,000 members.

On Wednesday, the Douglas County Board of Commissioners held a meeting in which it recognized both members of Oregon's armed forces and the accomplishments of county staff.