A 2023 study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention determined that drug overdose deaths have increased nationwide by 30% from 2019-2020.
A 2023 study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention determined that drug overdose deaths have increased nationwide by 30% from 2019-2020.
Vacations are a chance to break away from your routine, to relax, explore and discover new things. And they aren’t an everyday occurrence, so you want to make each one count.
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 1992. His thoughts are still pertinent t…
If you’ve been to a supermarket lately, you’ve likely noticed an increase in the price of eggs. One of the staple foods in many homes, the price of this commodity has doubled in price at some stores since 2021.
When it comes to the 500 section of the Dewey Decimal System, Roseburg Public Library’s adult patrons gravitate toward bestsellers and books relating to the Pacific Northwest.
Evening planetsSay goodbye to Saturn, as it rapidly sinks into the setting sun’s glare after the first week of February. Look on Feb. 1 to see a diagonal row of three bright planets. Saturn will be hugging the treetops; while Venus and Jupiter are easy to spot.
Question: Why did my onions go to seed last summer and how can I avoid that this year?
In many places around the world, the period leading up to the solemn observance of Lent is a time for Carnival, celebrations that culminate in Mardi Gras, which this year falls on Feb. 21. Travelers who want to join in the fun have plenty of choices.
When a storm comes through your forest, the damage is obvious. You’ll see broken limbs and tops and windthrown trees. Based on these physical, visible signs, you will know exactly where to target your clean up and harvest activities.
Question: My friends say planting native plants are best for the environment. But I love my peonies and dahlias. Are they saying I should no longer plant the things I love? What is this trend all about?
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 October 2002. His thoughts are still pertinent…
If your New Year’s resolution motivates you to volunteer find a spot in one of needs listed below.
Hello Douglas County. (re)Discover Downtown and the businesses of downtown Roseburg hope you had a fantastic holiday and are having an equally great start to the New Year.
If you have been involved with 4-H, you likely know what each H stands for: Head, Heart, Hands and Health. Not only is 4-H the name of the United States’ largest youth development organization, but it also represents the long-term outcomes that the program instills within its members.
Roseburg Public Library patrons checked out more than 70,000 physical items in 2022, and many of them gravitated toward bestselling authors and series.
PORTLAND — The winter recreation season is in full swing, and Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Forest Service officials want to remind everyone that adventures are better and safer when venturing out well prepared.
Question: The long winters in Oregon can create stuffy homes. Are there easy-to-care-for houseplants that might help improve the inside air?
After being essentially closed to tourists for more than two years, Japan is welcoming back visitors from around the world.
Roseburg Public Library patrons have embraced the digital materials age.
Question: About a month ago, right before the weather became chilly, I noticed this weird growth in my mulched areas. The best way to describe it is a yellow foamy mass. My first thought was that an animal got sick in my yard, but as the mass increased in size each day, I came to the conclus…
An important part of having healthy food is food safety. Making sure you handle food safely provides healthy food that keeps your body running right.
Start the new year by getting the facts from these nonfiction books for youth.
December through February is a popular time for proposals and that means many couples will be thinking about when and where to tie the knot.
With the new year comes a new set of programs for youth at Roseburg Public Library.
Seek a spot with a very low southwest to west horizon and clear skies to spy seven planets strung across the evening sky.
Effective Jan. 1, 2023, the Oregon Health Authority has agreed to cover handicapping malocclusion as part of the benefits for youth under 21 years who are members of the Oregon Health Plan.
We live in a crazy world where we get into heated debates with strangers on the internet and show we like stuff by pressing tiny digital hearts. Who came up with this weirdness?
It’s the holiday season, with this week being sandwiched in between Christmas and New Year’s Day. The News-Review asked readers via Facebook to share a little bit of their holiday cheer. Here are some of the photos they submitted, marking their celebrations.
Question: Can I grow sweet potatoes in the Umpqua Valley?
While many travelers want to flee the snow, others rush toward it. If you’re among those who love wintertime activities like skiing and snowboarding, here are some ideas for your next vacation.
No flower has stronger ties to the holidays than Euphorbia pulcherrima. This plant has many names: the Christmas star, lobster plant, painted leaf and the Mexican Flame leaf. Most commonly, we call them poinsettias.
No matter what your holiday plans look like, one thing most people can agree on is that giving is a huge part of the Christmas season. And it’s fun to think about our own wish lists, of course. But somehow, it’s even more fun to give and be extra generous during this special time.
Question: My landscape is so boring in the winter. Are there any plants that flower during these gray months?
In the state of Oregon, the Oregon State University Extension Service is present in every county and considered a trusted resource for information to help communities thrive. The programs the Extension Service offers in each county are unique to the needs of the local community.
