Store evacuated after bomb threat at Oregon mall
A Marshalls store in Springfield was evacuated on Saturday after someone made a bomb threat, police said. An unknown person called the store shortly after 1 p.m. and told an employee that a bomb “had been placed inside of the store” at The Shoppes at Gateway mall, the Springfield Police Department said in a statement.
Avoid Maxwell Road between Prairie Road and Labona Drive, Eugene Police say
EUGENE, OR — Drivers in Eugene are urged to steer clear of Maxwell Road as police activity shut down a stretch of the roadway. Eugene Police asked the public to avoid Maxwell Road between Prairie Road and Labona Drive. The roadway is closed, and police advised motorists to use an alternate route.
Scandia Run: Nordic Vibes, Oregon Miles
The long-standing 2026 Scandia Run will be roaming through the outskirts of Junction City is coming on August 15th, 2026. This flat and fast race features a 5k, a 10k, or a 4 Mile Walk and all participants will enjoy the views of the beautiful Willamette Valley countryside. There’s even a 400m “Run with the Vikings” ra
2027 WR picks Texas A&M over Michigan, Oregon, Auburn
Texas A&M has continued stacking elite talent by securing a commitment from Nevada WR Damani Warren in the 2027 recruiting class.
EUGENE WOMAN JAILED FOLLOWING REPORTED DUII, RECKLESS DRIVING
A Eugene woman was jailed following a reported DUII and reckless driving incident on Friday night. A Douglas County Sheriff’s Office report said shortly after 11:30 p.m. a caller told dispatch that 40-year-old Darcy Miller was in her vehicle ramming another vehicle in the 100 block of Bear Creek Road in the Curtin area
Marblehead girls mile relay team returns home as All-Americans from annual Nike nationals
From June 18-22 at Eugene, Oregon’s Hayward Field, the Nike Outdoor National High School Track Meet took place. The Marblehead Track Club, consisting of only four qualifying competitors, compiled four points, along with a host of other teams nationwide. MHS captain Marri O’Connell (7:33.41) finished 26th out of 50...
Homelessness Sees Decline in 2026
The number of people experiencing homelessness is going down, according to a study put together by local workers.
Eugene City Club hears sobering report on invasive beetle that kills ash trees
The Eugene City Club hosted a meeting Friday, June 26, on how residents can prepare for the invasive, ash‑tree‑killing beetle called the emerald ash borer. Native to southeast Asia, Russia and the Korean peninsula, the half-inch-long beetle kills nearly all ash trees within three to seven years of infestation.
Bethel School Board adopts budget, approves contract with classified union
The Bethel School Board voted unanimously Wednesday, June 24, to adopt the budget for the 2026-27 school year and approved a new contract for the district’s classified staff. The district’s $164 million budget was only about $300,000 less than last year’s, but the district will see losses. Bethel closed...
Future funding for organizations fighting rising HIV rates in rural Oregon is uncertain
As national Pride month comes to an end this year, the organizations fighting rising HIV rates in rural Oregon don’t know if their funding will continue through the summer. Oregon’s rates of HIV infections are relatively low compared to other states, but they are on the rise — especially in rural counties. Based in Eug
