Two Injured in Rollover Crash, Suspect Attempts to Flee
On Friday, Eugene Springfield Fire and Eugene police responded to a rollover vehicle crash on Franklin Boulevard and East 11th Avenue in Eugene.
Eugene shelter residents trained as bike mechanics in new workforce program
A new workforce development program in Eugene is teaching people living in shelters how to become bicycle mechanics. People like Delanya Clarkson, who came into the program with no mechanical experience. She rides bikes, but has never had the chance to learn more about how they function. “Now I can...
Both Springfield Albertsons stores rebranding to Safeway
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. - Albertsons Companies confirmed the Pioneer Parkway Safeway location will remain open despite online speculation it would close. Springfield will now have three Safeway's within a 12-mile radius. The change means the two Springfield Albertsons stores will flip to Safeway in the coming months. Ricky Earl shops at...
Eugene Airport receives largest share of $27M in Oregon funding
EUGENE, Ore. — Eugene’s airport is set for a major terminal expansion as part of more than $27 million in federal funding awarded to airports across Oregon, the state’s congressional delegation announced. Mahlon Sweet Field in Eugene will receive about $6.24 million, the largest single share in...
🎁 Free Items Available Near Springfield — Don’t Miss Out
Looking for some great free finds around Springfield, OR? Neighbors are giving away useful household items that could be just what you need. Check out what’s available right now:
Paradox, contradiction, feeling two opposing emotions at once: This is life
A suitcase lay open on the couch, and snacks and phone cords waited on the kitchen table as my husband prepared to leave on one of his frequent trips. I had carefully folded and packed his dress clothes, a duty that falls to me because he has one paralyzed arm. Otherwise, Paul does all his own packing in his publicity work for a microfinance...
New degree programs coming to Bushnell University this fall
Quick Summary: New degree programs coming to Bushnell University this fall. Those who acted fast may have had access to stronger information or simply a lower tolerance for sitting with ambiguity when the stakes feel high. Each new update has added detail — but also raised fresh questions about what...
South Eugene Community Newsletter for Monday, April 6
Good morning! It’s April 6 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…. Today will be partly sunny and very warm. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 80 with a low of 43. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is high (6/11). Allergy sufferers beware: there are very high amounts of tree pollen in the air. Partly cloudy now, changing to partly sunny at...
🌿 Lane County, OR: Multiple Outdoor & Recreation Jobs Open Now
Pay: $15.14 – $38.43 per hour. The City of Eugene Recreation team is hiring for multiple temporary roles across its community centers, pools, and parks. Positions include Lifeguard, Recreation Leader, Instructor, Site Coordinator, and more. It’s a great fit if you enjoy helping others stay active and want flexible hours in a fun, team-focused setting.
Eugene gas prices climb as Oregon average nears $5
Gas prices in Oregon climbed sharply over the past week, with drivers in Eugene now paying close to $4.90 per gallon as costs continue to rise statewide and nationally, according to new data from GasBuddy. The average price of gasoline in Oregon rose 9.2 cents in the last week to...














