UCC’s theatre department produces “It’s a Wonderful Life” in a new way With the new rules of social distancing, Umpqua Community College’s theater department is having to change their methods. Instead of plays on stage, they are going to Zoom because the campus at UCC is closed. Despite the pandemic, the theater department isContinue Reading
Bridal photographer captures journey When a bride hires Riley Jean Bibey as her photographer, she should prepare for cardio because Bibey is ready for any adventure. With her Southern Oregon business, Riley Jean Photo Co., Bibey’s laughter and activity accompany the couples she guides through their wedding journey. Bibey utilizesContinue Reading
Easy Thanksgiving dessert recipes from local cooks Holiday cooks get stuck in traditional Thanksgiving recipes, but with so many different recipes available maybe this year is the time to switch up the food routine. Below are three examples of fast and easy desserts that can be eaten during Thanksgiving from aContinue Reading
Southern Oregon Food and Beverage: Fair Food to go Feeling like you missed out in 2020? Knowing that the annual Douglas County Fair was going to be canceled this year, Fair Food To Go brought a little bit of normalcy into the fairgrounds on Oct. 23 through Oct. 25 whenContinue Reading
Job seekers make connections at UCC virtual job fair Local employers were brought together to connect with UCC students during a virtual job fair created by UCC’s Student Job Placement Coordinator, Inez Orozco. The job fair occurred Tuesday, Nov. 10 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. as representatives of localContinue Reading
Usborne book fair: To support Court Appointed Special Advocate Children The Douglas County community has been helping to raise money for children in the foster care system because of abuse and neglect so they can have a good Christmas. Roseburg Alliance Church with Usborne Books hosted a book fair to help benefit Court Appointed Special Advocates children in Douglas County on Saturday,Continue Reading
Holiday events and how COVID-19 affects them It can be a great disappointment when holiday events are cancelled. As many holiday events are heavily impacted by COVID-19, many see social distancing as an opportunity. Rather than simply canceling, some people are transforming social events to virtual gatherings. COVID-19 is attackingContinue Reading
Local leaders safely continue global Operation Christmas Child project Community members and local organizations are finding a way to continue efforts to make a global impact during this holiday season with Operation Christmas Child. People can fill shoeboxes with gifts of various items to be collected during National Collection Week,Continue Reading
Oregon Growers Cup: Competition between cannabis growers The Oregon Growers Cup, a competition between cannabis growers from all around Oregon to see who has the best oils, flowers, and rolls, is taking place this year as a fully virtual event. This will be the fifth year the Cup has takenContinue Reading
UACT to announce winners of playwriting contest The pandemic pushed the limits of the local theater to a near breaking point. However, Umpqua Actors Community Theatre (UACT) evolved and continues to overcome the obstacles that present themselves. The community theater strives to persevere during its hardest times. “It’s a desireContinue Reading
Halloween is not canceled because of community trick-or-treat drive-thru NOTE: An error with the original version portrayed U.S. Cellular as the company hosting the event; U.S. Cellular is the title sponsor. The News Review and Brooke Communications are hosting the event. The original version was also misleading, giving the impressionContinue Reading
Santa isn’t coming to this year’s Christmas Craft Fair In spite of pandemic scares, the popular Douglas County Christmas Craft Fair at the fairgrounds is happening December 4 through 6, but on a much smaller scale with a lot of restrictions, fewer booths and more inconvenience. “The fairground staff thoughtContinue Reading
Honoring students: 2020 Honor and Awards Virtual Recognition During spring term, 55 exceptional students were chosen by UCC faculty and staff to receive Outstanding Student awards. This year the awards were given to students at the 2020 Honors and Awards Virtual Recognition on Thursday June 4, 2020 at 3 p.m.Continue Reading