An Association of Writers Umpqua Valley will gather at 11:15 a.m. Monday, July 11, in the Roseburg Library Ford Room, 1409 NE Diamond Lake Blvd.
An Association of Writers Umpqua Valley will gather at 11:15 a.m. Monday, July 11, in the Roseburg Library Ford Room, 1409 NE Diamond Lake Blvd.
EDITOR’S NOTE: The columns of Bill Duncan are being reprinted in The News-Review. Duncan, who died in November 2011, wrote a weekly column for The News-Review and The Capital Press of Salem from 1981 to 2011. Duncan wrote the following column in April 1991. His thoughts are still pertinent t…
The Douglas County Clerk’s office issued the following licenses June 20-24.
If your favorite TV show or streaming series has inspired your travel dreams, why not plan a trip to see the places where it was filmed?
Question: My vegetable garden is suddenly being overrun with weeds! Do you have some tips on how to control these pesky plants?
TODAYOvereaters Anonymous — 5 p.m., First United Methodist Church Room 17, 1771 W. Harvard Ave., Roseburg. 541-637-8555.
Douglas County has a lot to offer those that like to get some exercise by riding a bike. Whether it is riding on roads, trails, or gravel roads, Douglas County offers it all.
It’s not too late to join Roseburg Public Library’s grant-funded Chicanx Literature Series.
Developing Roseburg Public Library’s nonfiction collection is an enjoyable challenge, one that keeps me on my toes as I strive to manage a broad section of materials.
Predawn observers will enjoy a string of planets again this month. First up tonight is Saturn, rising a few minutes before 11:30 p.m. Saturn will be well placed for observing by 1 a.m. Next in the planetary chorus line is dim Neptune, followed by bright Jupiter about 90 minutes after Saturn.…
The Douglas County Clerk’s office issued the following licenses June 13-17.
From visiting big cities or small towns to beaches, lakes or mountains, the places where you can take a Fourth of July vacation are as varied as the United States itself.
Question: How do I get and maintain the profuse flowering I see in so many hanging baskets?
TODAYOvereaters Anonymous — 5 p.m., First United Methodist Church Room 17, 1771 W. Harvard Ave., Roseburg. 541-637-8555.
EDITOR’S NOTE: The columns of Bill Duncan are being reprinted in The News-Review. Duncan, who died in November 2011, wrote a weekly column for The News-Review and The Capital Press of Salem from 1981 to 2011. Duncan wrote the following column in April 2001. His thoughts are still pertinent t…
Summer presents its own set of garden maintenance tasks. To make matters interesting, it may be hot, dry, wet, cool, cloudy or sunny. There may be insect or disease infestations, or not.
Douglas County typically has mild winters and springs, and dry, warm summers, which result in a great climate to grow many varieties of fruit.
Roseburg Public Library’s Summer Reading Program just went into overdrive.
“I don’t know why I’ve survived as long as I have,” Dr. Richard McDonald of Roseburg said. “I don’t know why I’ve lived this long. I just feel lucky I’ve gotten to do so many things in my life. For some reason, Lady Luck has been very kind.”
The Douglas County Clerk’s office issued the following licenses June 6-10.
Based on recent figures from the Transportation Security Administration, it’s going to be a busy summer for air travel. On average, more than 2 million people pass through airport security checkpoints daily, a number that’s almost at pre-pandemic levels.
CANYONVILLE — The Takelma Gravel Grinder, the first bike ride to start inside a casino, will return June 25 to Seven Feathers Casino Resort.
Now through June 30, anyone who donates blood to the American Red Cross will received a 50% off admission coupon to the Douglas County Fair.
Realtors around the county are conducting a donation drive for twin sheets, blankets, comforters and pillows to benefit Sleep in Heavenly Peace through June 30.
Question: I only have two cherry trees, and I was so disappointed to discover that my cherries are full of skinny, white worms. What happened? And what can I do in the future to prevent this problem?
A riot of color, a few trains, carnivorous plants and one of the smallest gardens around will be just some of the highlights of Saturday’s Spring Garden Tour.
TODAYOvereaters Anonymous — 5 p.m., First United Methodist Church Room 17, 1771 W. Harvard Ave., Roseburg. 541-637-8555.
During the month of June, Food Hero and Oregon Harvest for Schools are recognizing African Heritage Traditions from the American South.
An Association of Writers Umpqua Valley will gather at 11:15 a.m. Monday in the Roseburg Library Ford Room, 1409 NE Diamond Lake Blvd.
Like many of you, I am working through the Summer Reading Program log. While patrons are reading for the chance to win a $100 gift card to Sherm’s, staff members are participating among ourselves for fun and bragging rights.
The RV industry has been a hot market for the last 10 years, and there’s no sign of it slowing down. People who RV, already know why it’s so amazing. But I’ve often heard from those who haven’t experienced RVing say; “What’s all the RV hype about?”