Springfield library’s multicultural summer events begin this week
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No Kings protest draws 10,000 demonstrators to downtown Eugene
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Eugene’s Gotcha Burger to open new locations in Valley River Center, Corvallis
Gotcha Burger to open new locations Eugene's favorite late-night burger joint is expanding its empire. Gotcha Burger will be opening two new locations in June: one at Valley River Center Mall , and one in Corvallis. Though the burger spot is expanding, all locations remain owned and operated by the Huntley family....
Flag Day demonstrations held on Saturday in Saginaw
SAGINAW, Ore. - Dozens gathered on the Saginaw exit bridge for a flag wave demonstration on Saturday in honor of Flag Day, held every year on June 14th. Demonstrators said they are honoring both the holiday and the 250th birthday of the United States Army,. Around 40 people lined the...
Hops erase five-run deficit in 7-5 win over Eugene
Early ripe, early rotten. That’s what it turned out to be for the Emeralds as the Hops came from five runs behind to defeat Eugene 7-5 on Saturday night, June 14, at Hillsboro Ballpark. After relinquishing five runs in the top half of the second, Hillsboro responded with a...
Springfield renames street to ‘Kyiv’ in show of solidarity with Ukrainians
A street in Springfield, Oregon, has been renamed in honor of the local Ukrainian community. Last month, the city agreed to rename a block in a residential neighborhood from “Kiev Street” to “Kyiv Street.” Now, a special blue-and-yellow street sign marks the site with the colors of Ukraine’s flag.
Lane Community College celebrates 60th commencement
On Saturday morning, Lane Community College graduates filed into a campus building while their loved ones waited inside the gymnasium. Excitement filled the air as graduates completed pronunciation cards, took pictures, and got their stoles ready. AJ Dixon, a 34-year-old graduate, was in a happy mood as he stood in...
‘Lame Ducks:’ Bowerman runners come together for annual reunion
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Aaliyah McCormick makes history with national title in 100-meter hurdles
EUGENE, Ore-- While Oregon Track & Field would not bring home a national title this year as a team for the men or women, finishing in 11th & 10th respectively, one athlete was able to become a national champion. Her name is Aaliyah McCormick. A junior standout sprinter in the...
Eugene City Council awards $700,000 to affordable housing projects
EUGENE, Ore. — A vacant lot along River Road is set to transform into nearly 50 affordable apartments as part of a city-funded effort to address Eugene’s growing housing needs. The Eugene City Council has approved $700,000 in Affordable Housing Trust Fund dollars to support the development of...