September 16, 2025 3:30 a.m. 

State Representative Virgle Osborne has officially announced his campaign for re-election to serve Oregon House District 2, which includes most of Douglas County.

In a release, Osborne reaffirmed his commitment to the community and shared his motivation for seeking a third term. Osborne said, “I am proud to throw my hat in the ring once again to continue to represent the people of District 2. I have spent my time in the legislature fighting for our conservative values and delivering results for the people of our district.” Osborne said, “The supermajority in Salem wants higher taxes and more government regulation. They want to take away our constitutional freedoms, including our Second Amendment rights. I refuse to let that happen”.

Osborne said the district needs a representative who understands our way of life. One who will stand up to tax hikes, fight for jobs, defend our Second Amendment, and put rural Oregon first.

The release said during the last legislative session, Osborne worked to secure funding for rural communities in Douglas County. His efforts resulted in:

*$35 million allocation for a new veteran’s home in Roseburg

*$1.4 million dedicated to the Rock Creek Hatchery

*$504,000 awarded to the Sutherlin Fire Department

*176,721 designated for the Roseburg Cancer Center

More information about Osborne’s campaign is available at: https://virgleosborne.com/