State Representative Christine Goodwin is running for the state senate. She talks about her campaign and her background in business and in holding other public offices: https://kqen.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/20240426151324/lret426.wav ..read more

April 26, 2024 11:10 a.m.  The deadline is approaching for submitting applications for a scholarship from the Douglas Timber Operators. The organization will award three $2,500 scholarships for the 2024-25 school year. Applicants must be residents of Douglas, Coos or Lane counties and have the intention to major in a natural resources related field. Eligible institutions include any public or private accredited post-secondary school in Oregon or out of state. The application is available on the DTO website: www.dougtimber.org. For additional information, contact DTO at 672-0757 or email ..read more

April 26, 2024 11:00 a.m.   On Friday, Oregon Senator Ron Wyden and Senator Edward Markey of Massachusetts issued a statement after the Federal Communications voted to approve its rule reclassifying broadband as a telecommunications service under Title II of the Communications Act and reinstating net neutrality protections: “Net neutrality is simple; it’s about nondiscrimination. Net neutrality ensures that anyone can use the internet without being blocked or obstructed by gatekeepers. Net neutrality protects dreamers in garages, small businesses, and budding entrepreneurs from bein ..read more

April 26, 2024 10:40 a.m.  Umpqua Watersheds has announced the return of Eastwood Nature Days. A Watersheds release said it is a week-long immersive experience designed to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation for the natural world and a life-long love of nature. Taking place May 6th-10th, the event offers Roseburg’s third grade students the opportunity to delve into the wonders of watershed ecosystems through hands-on activities, interactive workshops and guided exploration led by experienced environmental educators. The mascot this year is the Pacific Sea Lamprey and the mott ..read more

April 26, 2024 10:20 a.m.  The Oregon State University Extension Service and Master Food Preservers are offering a workshop on May 16th. It will be held on May 16th from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and on June 1st from 10:00 a.m.to 1:00 p.m. at the Elkton Community Education Center. Presenters will share information on how to stock a pantry on a budget so that healthy meals are always on hand. Food Preservers will walk attendees through the basics of meal planning, smart shopping, and safe food storage. The workshop costs $5 to attend. Registration is required. To sign up, call 541-236-3047 o ..read more

April 26, 2024 10:00 a.m.  The Roseburg City Council will meet for a work session on Monday at 4:00 p.m. It will be held at the Roseburg Public Safety Center’s Umpqua Room, on Southeast Douglas Avenue. The meeting will be livestreamed on the city’s Facebook page and can be seen later at www.cityofroseburg.org. While the meeting is open to the public, there is no audience participation scheduled for the work session.   ..read more

April 26, 2024 9:40 a.m.  To better understand issues surrounding the southern border and how state lawmakers can minimize the effects of mass illegal immigration, a group of Oregon Republican leaders will tour the border in Yuma, Arizona on Monday. A release from the Oregon Senate Republican Office said human traffickers have expedited the flow of migrants, including women and unaccompanied minors, who are vulnerable to sexual exploitation. The release said, “If the Biden Administration won’t fix this crisis, we must do what we can as a state”. The tour will be with Border Security Alli ..read more

Mary Gilbert of the Mary Gilbert Group of Keller Williams Southern Oregon has Local Real Estate Today: https://kqen.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/20240426151324/lret426.wav ..read more

The 59th annual Glide Wildflower Show is happening this weekend. Janice Wimberly talks about what attendees will see at the event: https://kqen.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/20240426150722/amconv426.wav   ..read more

April 26, 2024 4:00 a.m.  One driver was hurt following a three-vehicle crash near Glide on Wednesday night. An Oregon State Police report said just after 9:15 p.m. an SUV was traveling eastbound on Highway 138E near milepost 15.5. A pickup was being towed by a large SUV right in front of the first vehicle. That SUV struck the rear of the towed vehicle pushing it into the towing vehicle. The driver of the first vehicle was transported to CHI Mercy Medical Center. The SUV and the pickup were towed from the scene ..read more