Swimmer dies in Blue Pool at Tamolitch Falls
A swimmer died in the Blue Pool at Tamolitch Falls on June 26, the Upper McKenzie Rural Fire Protection District said. The agency responded to a water rescue at the Lane County swimming hole off the McKenzie Highway just before 8:50 p.m. A swimmer had gone underwater and did not resurface. Responders found the swimme
Fire crews respond to deadly structure fire in Eugene’s Churchill neighborhood
Eugene, OR – Eugene Springfield Fire responded to a structure fire late Thursday night in Eugene’s Churchill neighborhood that resulted in injuries and a loss of life. Fire crews were dispatched after calls began coming into Central Lane 911 shortly before 11 p.m. on June 25 reporting a house fire that may have been sp
The Oregon Diner Where Comfort Food Comes With A Lucky Duck Twist
Oregon knows how to feed people who show up hungry, curious, and maybe a little road-weary. Some diners are just places to grab eggs and coffee. Others have enough personality to turn a regular meal into a story you retell later. This is the second kind. It runs all day...
Oregon Ducks Recruiting Targets Turn Heads at The Opening Finals
A few Oregon Ducks recruiting targets made the all-tournament team at The Opening Finals at Philip H. Knight Campus, Nike's world headquarters.
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...
