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š± How Douglas County fifth graders are learning real-world wildfire safety today
Greetings Roseburg! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- How Douglas County fifth graders are learning real-world wildfire safety today
- How much grant support is coming to Roseburgās YMCA and neighbors?
- What Roseburg readers should expect when The News-Review ends print this month
Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Friday: Some sun, then turning cloudy, with a high of 66 and low of 40 degrees.
- Saturday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 73, low: 49.
- Sunday: Cloudy, with a high of 68 and low of 49 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. 63rd Douglas County OSU 5th Grade Forestry Tour underway, DFPA teaches fire safety (nbc16.com) ā Roseburg-area fifth graders are joining classmates from across Douglas County today for the long-running OSU 5th Grade Forestry Tour, which goes on rain or shine. Hosted with help from the Douglas Forest Protective Association, the field trip teaches kids about wildland fire basics, suppression tactics, and why fire prevention matters in local forests. 
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2. 115 Pacific Power Foundation grants deliver $344,002 for safety and wellness programs (nbc16.com) ā Roseburgās YMCA of Douglas County is among local groups receiving new Pacific Power Foundation grants aimed at safety and wellness, alongside programs like Camp Millennium and the North Umpqua Holiday Food and Gift Program. The funding supports food assistance, shelter, and health services across Oregon, Washington, and California, with a direct boost to organizations serving Douglas County residents. Ā Ā Ā
3. After NORPAC exits market, only 1 US newsprint mill remains (thenewstribune.com) ā Roseburgās longtime daily, The News-Review, will stop printing a physical paper on April 24 after 159 years and shift to a revamped, mostly digital model. The change comes as U.S. newsprint production plummets, leaving just one domestic newsprint mill and forcing many newspapers nationwide to rethink how they publish and reach readers. Ā Ā Ā
4. Bonnie Jane Robbins (portlandtribune.com) ā Roseburg readers may remember Bonnie Jane Robbins as the cityās first female school principal, a role she took on after years of teaching across Oregon. Her family shares how she devoted her life to education, faith, and her grandchildren, and how she faced cancer with gratitude and courage. A small private celebration of life is planned for June 28. Ā Ā Ā
šø Around Roseburg
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Vision Board Experience- An Invitation to Dream Again
The Herb & Thread Academy, 1019 SE Douglas Ave, Roseburg
10:00 am
Sunday April 19
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Other local events
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Umpqua Valley Junior Classic
Pavilion & River Arena , 2110 SW Frear Street , Roseburg
8:00 am -
Mastering Mainstream
Roseburg Square Dance , 5051 NE Stephens St , Roseburg
2:00 pm -
River Arena Closed
Douglas County Fairgrounds (Stage) , 2110 Frear St , Roseburg -
River Arena 4-H Open Ride
Douglas County Fairgrounds (Stage) , 2110 Frear St , Roseburg
6:00 pm -
Douglas County Commisioner Candidates Forum
Cascade Hall , 2110 SW Frear St , Roseburg
6:00 pm -
Mastering Mainstream
Roseburg Square Dance , 5051 NE Stephens St , Roseburg
2:00 pm
Saturday April 18
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Sunday April 26
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š Events Nearby
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Umpqua Valley Junior Classic
Pavilion & River Arena , 2110 SW Frear Street , Roseburg
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Home Softball Double Header
Douglas High Winston, OR 97496
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Home Baseball Double Header
Douglas High Winston, OR 97496
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Coquille Varsity Softball @ Douglas
Douglas High School , 1381 NW Douglas Blvd , Winston
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Coquille Varsity Baseball @ Douglas
Douglas High School , 1381 NW Douglas Blvd , Winston
2:00 pm
Friday April 17
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hey Kids: You still have a few more days to read for free burgers!
Kids aged 4 through 12 can read for up to three burgers from In-N-Out Burger through Saturday, April 18. Pick up a reading log at Roseburg Publicā¦ (Nextdoor ) - Umpqua Valley Tennis Center will host an official grand opening party to introduce local residents to Roseburgās new $2.
53 million outdoor tennis and pickleball courts on Saturday, May 9. The community is invited to come play for free on the newly renovated courtsā¦ (Nextdoor )
- The Umpqua Community College posted a job opening for Part Time Faculty: Anatomy and Physiology Instructor in Roseburg. Apply here.
- Sizzler USA Restaurants, Inc. posted a job opening for Restaurant Manager in Roseburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Roseburg here.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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