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Soon there will be more native trees and shrubs planted back in the Natural Area at Stewart Park!

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Yesterday, Roseburg Fire Department Station 1 firefighters rescued six ducklings trapped in a storm drain on Jackson Street! With some patience and teamwork, they got all six little ones out safely and reunited with mama duck. Not a bad way to kick off the day, great job!

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Yesterday, Roseburg Fire Department Station 1 firefighters rescued six ducklings trapped in a storm drain on Jackson Street! With some patience and teamwork, they got all six little ones out safely and reunited with mama duck. Not a bad way to kick off the day, great job!Credit: Roseburg Fire Department.

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Yesterday, Roseburg Fire Department Station 1 firefighters rescued six ducklings trapped in a storm drain on Jackson Street! With some patience and teamwork, they got all six little ones out safely and reunited with mama duck. Not a bad way to kick off the day, great job!

Roseburg Firefighters Rescue Six Ducklings From Storm Drain

State biologists confirmed the presence of illegally introduced common carp in Cooper Creek Reservoir near Sutherlin after an angler reported catching the fish last week.

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife verified the report through electrofishing, a survey method that uses electrical current to temporarily stun fish for collection. The operation removed 14 adult carp from the reservoir, most of them pregnant females estimated to be between two and eight years old, according to the agency.

The age range of the fish suggests the population has been reproducing in the reservoir for years without detection.

Evan Leonetti, ODFW's Umpqua Fish District biologist, said the agency will continue monitoring and removing carp from Cooper Creek through additional electrofishing efforts. He has contacted the Sutherlin Water District, which manages the reservoir, and is coordinating with other parties on next steps.

The discovery raises concerns beyond the reservoir itself. Biologists warn that carp could migrate into calmer stretches of the North and mainstem Umpqua rivers, where conditions would support their growth. A single adult female can produce roughly 300,000 eggs per spawn, and warmer water temperatures can trigger multiple spawning events in a season, according to ODFW.

Common carp, native to Europe and Asia, are known to degrade aquatic habitat. They uproot vegetation, increase water turbidity, and alter food webs in ways that harm native fish populations.

ODFW is asking anglers who catch carp in the area to report the location, size, and a photo if possible to Leonetti at evan.leonetti@odfw.oregon.gov or by calling 541-440-3353. The agency encourages anglers not to return live carp to the water. Carp are classified as non-game fish in Oregon, meaning there is no harvest limit, and anglers may legally dispose of them.

State biologists confirmed the presence of illegally introduced common carp in Cooper Creek Reservoir near Sutherlin after an angler reported catching the fish last week.The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife verified the report through electrofishing, a survey method that uses electrical current to temporarily stun fish for collection. The operation removed 14 adult carp from the reservoir, most of them pregnant females estimated to be between two and eight years old, according to the agency.The age range of the fish suggests the population has been reproducing in the reservoir for years without detection.Evan Leonetti, ODFW's Umpqua Fish District biologist, said the agency will continue monitoring and removing carp from Cooper Creek through additional electrofishing efforts. He has contacted the Sutherlin Water District, which manages the reservoir, and is coordinating with other parties on next steps.The discovery raises concerns beyond the reservoir itself. Biologists warn that carp could migrate into calmer stretches of the North and mainstem Umpqua rivers, where conditions would support their growth. A single adult female can produce roughly 300,000 eggs per spawn, and warmer water temperatures can trigger multiple spawning events in a season, according to ODFW.Common carp, native to Europe and Asia, are known to degrade aquatic habitat. They uproot vegetation, increase water turbidity, and alter food webs in ways that harm native fish populations.ODFW is asking anglers who catch carp in the area to report the location, size, and a photo if possible to Leonetti at <a rel="noopener noreferrer" class="!text-blue-600 !cursor-pointer hover:!underline" href="mailto:evan.leonetti@odfw.oregon.gov">evan.leonetti@odfw.oregon.gov</a> or by calling 541-440-3353. The agency encourages anglers not to return live carp to the water. Carp are classified as non-game fish in Oregon, meaning there is no harvest limit, and anglers may legally dispose of them.

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Illegally introduced fish threaten native habitat in Southern Oregon

State biologists confirmed the presence of illegally introduced common carp in Cooper Creek Reservoir near Sutherlin after an angler reported catching the fish last week.

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife verified the report through electrofishing, a survey method that uses electrical current to temporarily stun fish for collection. The operation removed 14 adult carp from the reservoir, most of them pregnant females estimated to be between two and eight years old, according to the agency.

The age range of the fish suggests the population has been reproducing in the reservoir for years without detection.

Evan Leonetti, ODFW's Umpqua Fish District biologist, said the agency will continue monitoring and removing carp from Cooper Creek through additional electrofishing efforts. He has contacted the Sutherlin Water District, which manages the reservoir, and is coordinating with other parties on next steps.

The discovery raises concerns beyond the reservoir itself. Biologists warn that carp could migrate into calmer stretches of the North and mainstem Umpqua rivers, where conditions would support their growth. A single adult female can produce roughly 300,000 eggs per spawn, and warmer water temperatures can trigger multiple spawning events in a season, according to ODFW.

Common carp, native to Europe and Asia, are known to degrade aquatic habitat. They uproot vegetation, increase water turbidity, and alter food webs in ways that harm native fish populations.

ODFW is asking anglers who catch carp in the area to report the location, size, and a photo if possible to Leonetti at 

 or by calling 541-440-3353. The agency encourages anglers not to return live carp to the water. Carp are classified as non-game fish in Oregon, meaning there is no harvest limit, and anglers may legally dispose of them.

Common Carp Found in Cooper Creek Reservoir Concerns Biologists

Five nonprofit organizations based at the Jerry Bruce Community Campus will host their fourth annual Spring Fair on Saturday, May 2, offering free activities and meals for children in the parking lot at 150 NE Kenneth Ford Drive, according to a statement from organizers.

The fair runs from noon to 3 p.m. and is open to the public. Children who attend will receive a ticket for a free meal at a food truck of their choice while supplies last, a promotion funded by event sponsors. Food trucks will also sell snacks, meals, and drinks for other attendees. Last year's event drew more than 1,000 people.

Activities include the Portland Water Bureau's WOW (Water on Water) demonstrations, balloon artists, face painting, and henna tattoos. Admission is free.

All proceeds from the weekend's events benefit United Community Action Network, one of the partner organizations on the campus. A charity golf scramble follows the fair on Sunday, May 3, with a 9 a.m. shotgun start at Bar Run Golf & RV Resort. The scramble offers cash prizes, including $5,000 for a hole in one on the par 3 15th. Registration is open at www.birdease.com/jbcccharitygolf.

Event sponsors include CHI CommonSpirit, Oregon Pacific Bank, and several other regional organizations, according to the announcement.

The Jerry Bruce Community Campus sits on land along the north end of NE Kenneth Ford Drive and houses Family Development Center, The Fish Food Bank, United Community Action Network, and two other organizations. Together they provide services ranging from childhood development programs and food assistance to health care and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The campus concept originated in the early 2000s when Jerry Bruce and other community leaders envisioned a centralized location where multiple nonprofits could collaborate to serve Douglas County residents.

Five nonprofit organizations based at the Jerry Bruce Community Campus will host their fourth annual Spring Fair on Saturday, May 2, offering free activities and meals for children in the parking lot at 150 NE Kenneth Ford Drive, according to a statement from organizers.The fair runs from noon to 3 p.m. and is open to the public. Children who attend will receive a ticket for a free meal at a food truck of their choice while supplies last, a promotion funded by event sponsors. Food trucks will also sell snacks, meals, and drinks for other attendees. Last year's event drew more than 1,000 people.Activities include the Portland Water Bureau's WOW (Water on Water) demonstrations, balloon artists, face painting, and henna tattoos. Admission is free.All proceeds from the weekend's events benefit United Community Action Network, one of the partner organizations on the campus. A charity golf scramble follows the fair on Sunday, May 3, with a 9 a.m. shotgun start at Bar Run Golf &amp; RV Resort. The scramble offers cash prizes, including $5,000 for a hole in one on the par 3 15th. Registration is open at <a rel="noopener noreferrer" class="!text-blue-600 !cursor-pointer hover:!underline underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href="http://www.birdease.com/jbcccharitygolf">www.birdease.com/jbcccharitygolf</a>.Event sponsors include CHI CommonSpirit, Oregon Pacific Bank, and several other regional organizations, according to the announcement.The Jerry Bruce Community Campus sits on land along the north end of NE Kenneth Ford Drive and houses Family Development Center, The Fish Food Bank, United Community Action Network, and two other organizations. Together they provide services ranging from childhood development programs and food assistance to health care and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The campus concept originated in the early 2000s when Jerry Bruce and other community leaders envisioned a centralized location where multiple nonprofits could collaborate to serve Douglas County residents.

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Free food, activities for children highlight Saturday afternoon event in north Roseburg

Five nonprofit organizations based at the Jerry Bruce Community Campus will host their fourth annual Spring Fair on Saturday, May 2, offering free activities and meals for children in the parking lot at 150 NE Kenneth Ford Drive, according to a statement from organizers.

The fair runs from noon to 3 p.m. and is open to the public. Children who attend will receive a ticket for a free meal at a food truck of their choice while supplies last, a promotion funded by event sponsors. Food trucks will also sell snacks, meals, and drinks for other attendees. Last year's event drew more than 1,000 people.

Activities include the Portland Water Bureau's WOW (Water on Water) demonstrations, balloon artists, face painting, and henna tattoos. Admission is free.

All proceeds from the weekend's events benefit United Community Action Network, one of the partner organizations on the campus. A charity golf scramble follows the fair on Sunday, May 3, with a 9 a.m. shotgun start at Bar Run Golf & RV Resort. The scramble offers cash prizes, including $5,000 for a hole in one on the par 3 15th. Registration is open at 

Event sponsors include CHI CommonSpirit, Oregon Pacific Bank, and several other regional organizations, according to the announcement.

The Jerry Bruce Community Campus sits on land along the north end of NE Kenneth Ford Drive and houses Family Development Center, The Fish Food Bank, United Community Action Network, and two other organizations. Together they provide services ranging from childhood development programs and food assistance to health care and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The campus concept originated in the early 2000s when Jerry Bruce and other community leaders envisioned a centralized location where multiple nonprofits could collaborate to serve Douglas County residents.

Jerry Bruce Community Campus Set to Host Fourth Annual Spring Fair in Early May

Goodwill will relocate its Roseburg retail store to 1430 Northwest Garden Valley Boulevard, the former Rite Aid building, with plans to open the renovated space in early 2027, the organization announced April 13.

The new location is about three minutes from the current store. The existing shop and its donation services will remain open throughout the transition, according to the announcement.

The move will give Goodwill a larger building with more parking and easier donation drop-off access. It will also provide significantly more room for the organization's Job Connection and Learning Lab, which offers job readiness services, career navigation, and digital literacy programs. Goodwill said the expanded workforce programs will be integrated directly into the retail space to make them more visible to shoppers and donors.

"This move is about staying rooted in the community while creating a space that allows us to do more," said Shae Johns, president and CEO of Southern Oregon Goodwill.

Goodwill has operated in Roseburg since 2003. The nonprofit is headquartered in Medford and serves Douglas, Jackson, Josephine, Klamath, and Siskiyou counties. In 2025, the organization provided services to more than 2,700 people through its GoodWorks programs, according to the release. Revenue from donated goods sales funds local employment and training programs.

The organization, founded in 1967, will mark its 60th anniversary in 2027, the same year the new Roseburg store is expected to open. Additional details will be shared as the relocation progresses, Goodwill said.

Community members can continue shopping and donating at the current Roseburg store while the new location is being prepared, and Goodwill said they will share updates as the move gets closer.

Goodwill will relocate its Roseburg retail store to 1430 Northwest Garden Valley Boulevard, the former Rite Aid building, with plans to open the renovated space in early 2027, the organization announced April 13.The new location is about three minutes from the current store. The existing shop and its donation services will remain open throughout the transition, according to the announcement.The move will give Goodwill a larger building with more parking and easier donation drop-off access. It will also provide significantly more room for the organization's Job Connection and Learning Lab, which offers job readiness services, career navigation, and digital literacy programs. Goodwill said the expanded workforce programs will be integrated directly into the retail space to make them more visible to shoppers and donors."This move is about staying rooted in the community while creating a space that allows us to do more," said Shae Johns, president and CEO of Southern Oregon Goodwill.Goodwill has operated in Roseburg since 2003. The nonprofit is headquartered in Medford and serves Douglas, Jackson, Josephine, Klamath, and Siskiyou counties. In 2025, the organization provided services to more than 2,700 people through its GoodWorks programs, according to the release. Revenue from donated goods sales funds local employment and training programs.The organization, founded in 1967, will mark its 60th anniversary in 2027, the same year the new Roseburg store is expected to open. Additional details will be shared as the relocation progresses, Goodwill said.Community members can continue shopping and donating at the current Roseburg store while the new location is being prepared, and Goodwill said they will share updates as the move gets closer.

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Goodwill relocating to bigger space on Garden Valley Boulevard in early 2027

Goodwill will relocate its Roseburg retail store to 1430 Northwest Garden Valley Boulevard, the former Rite Aid building, with plans to open the renovated space in early 2027, the organization announced April 13.

The new location is about three minutes from the current store. The existing shop and its donation services will remain open throughout the transition, according to the announcement.

The move will give Goodwill a larger building with more parking and easier donation drop-off access. It will also provide significantly more room for the organization's Job Connection and Learning Lab, which offers job readiness services, career navigation, and digital literacy programs. Goodwill said the expanded workforce programs will be integrated directly into the retail space to make them more visible to shoppers and donors.

"This move is about staying rooted in the community while creating a space that allows us to do more," said Shae Johns, president and CEO of Southern Oregon Goodwill.

Goodwill has operated in Roseburg since 2003. The nonprofit is headquartered in Medford and serves Douglas, Jackson, Josephine, Klamath, and Siskiyou counties. In 2025, the organization provided services to more than 2,700 people through its GoodWorks programs, according to the release. Revenue from donated goods sales funds local employment and training programs.

The organization, founded in 1967, will mark its 60th anniversary in 2027, the same year the new Roseburg store is expected to open. Additional details will be shared as the relocation progresses, Goodwill said.

Community members can continue shopping and donating at the current Roseburg store while the new location is being prepared, and Goodwill said they will share updates as the move gets closer.

Goodwill to Move Roseburg Store to Former Rite Aid Building

Rusty Mentes with Country Financial is organizing a cleanup along Diamond Lake Boulevard on Saturday, May 16, from 9 to 11 a.m. Volunteers will meet at his office at 2776 NE Diamond Lake Blvd to get assignments, and everyone heads to Backside Brewery afterward.

Rusty Mentes with Country Financial is organizing a cleanup along Diamond Lake Boulevard on Saturday, May 16, from 9 to 11 a.m. Volunteers will meet at his office at 2776 NE Diamond Lake Blvd to get assignments, and everyone heads to Backside Brewery afterward.

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A group of people wearing bright orange safety vests are gathered around a white tent with green trim. Some are listening to a man speaking, while others stand in lines. Tools are laid out on the ground near the tent.

Rusty with Country Financial Leads Community Cleanup Effort

Community Cleanup on Diamond Lake Boulevard Set for Saturday May 16

Aviva Health has appointed Patrick Hull as its interim chief executive officer, effective immediately, the organization's board of directors announced.

Hull brings more than 30 years of healthcare leadership experience to the role. He most recently served as executive director and CEO of VA Roseburg Health Care.

The organization said its clinics, programs and services continue to operate normally. No information was provided about the circumstances of the leadership change or the timeline for a permanent appointment.

Aviva Health has appointed Patrick Hull as its interim chief executive officer, effective immediately, the organization's board of directors announced.Hull brings more than 30 years of healthcare leadership experience to the role. He most recently served as executive director and CEO of VA Roseburg Health Care.The organization said its clinics, programs and services continue to operate normally. No information was provided about the circumstances of the leadership change or the timeline for a permanent appointment.

Former VA healthcare executive takes over with three decades of experience

Aviva Health has appointed Patrick Hull as its interim chief executive officer, effective immediately, the organization's board of directors announced.

Hull brings more than 30 years of healthcare leadership experience to the role. He most recently served as executive director and CEO of VA Roseburg Health Care.

The organization said its clinics, programs and services continue to operate normally. No information was provided about the circumstances of the leadership change or the timeline for a permanent appointment.

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