Eugene OR

On December 5, OneBlood's Big Red Bus will be at City Hall from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event asks community members to donate blood to help local hospitals. Donors will get a $20 eGift card, a 'Blood Donor' sweatshirt, and a wellness checkup. Appointments are recommended. To schedule, visit OneBlood's website and use...

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around eugene..

In a heartfelt post shared on social media, a user mourns the loss of an old friend named Nate, expressing deep sorrow and grief. The user describes Nate as a genuine person whose authenticity was unmatched, and hopes to embody half of his authenticity. The user is still in disbelief over the loss, hoping it's a...

LANE COUNTY, Ore. — Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded early Nov. 15 to a report that a man had threatened several people with a handgun in the 400 block of Carol Street in Lowell before he fled the scene in a vehicle. LCSO deputies deployed an armored rescue...

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Eugene, OR – Drivers in the Eugene area should expect to see more Oregon State Police patrols this weekend as troopers step up traffic enforcement on Saturday, Nov. 22. According to the Oregon State Police...

A charity comedy show, aimed at benefiting an animal rescue, has recently drawn criticism from attendees for its choice of comedians. The event, which was billed as a "heartwarming and hilarious night," has been described by some as the "worst charity comedy show ever." The show's lineup included comedians whose...

This week, we’re listening back to Down by the River, a recent series of KLCC stories on Eugene’s developing Riverfront District. You can find the individual stories here. Zac Ziegler: I’m Zac Ziegler, and you’re listening to Oregon Rainmakers from KLCC. On this edition, making the most of a massive infill project in...

People with hearing loss often face challenges at live performances and public events. Traditional solutions, such as sitting closer or increasing the volume, may not be effective. In Eugene, Oregon, the John G. Shedd Institute for the Arts installed hearing-loop technology in 2017. This has led to similar upgrades...

Giving Machines are returning to Valley River Center in Eugene beginning Monday. A release said they offer the community an innovative, hands-on way to support local nonprofits. Last year they raised more than $60,000 in donations. This year’s launch begins with a special opening ceremony from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00...

EUGENE, Ore. - The Port of Coos Bay Intermodal Project is making waves with its ambitious plans to revitalize the southern Oregon coast. With support from state and federal funding, this initiative aims to transform the port through channel modifications, rail upgrades, and the creation of thousands of jobs....