April 8, 2025 2:50 a.m. 

Court Appointed Special Advocates of Douglas County have announced that their annual 5K and Family Fun Day is scheduled for Saturday, April 26th.

It will be held at River Forks Park, northwest of Roseburg. The day will include family-friendly activities, fitness, community support and support for CASA’s cause – advocating for abused and neglected children in the community and raising awareness during Child Abuse Prevention month which is being observed in April.

The 5K race will begin at 10:00 a.m. with registration opening at 8:30 a.m. Pre-registration can take place in advance through a link on the Casa of Douglas County Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/CASAofDouglasCountyOregon. Participants can run, jog or walk the scenic 5K route. Families not participating in the race can enjoy a variety of activities including games, face painting, a craft tent and more.

All proceeds from this event directly benefit CASA of Douglas County. To get more information about the non-profit organization, go to: https://www.casaofdouglascounty.org/