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
South Lane County Pride brings free family event to Cottage Grove
COTTAGE GROVE, Ore. - Cottage Grove is hosting its first ever Pride picnic on Sunday at Coiner Park. The event is happening on June 28 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Activities include an all-star drag show, music from local DJs, lawn games and a photo booth. South Lane County...
Highway 99 patrol nets 43 citations as Eugene police pursue safety goals
Police conducted a targeted traffic patrol Thursday, June 25, along Highway 99, a stretch of roadway in Eugene that’s become a frequent site for serious injury and fatal crashes. Officers watched the roadway between Roosevelt Boulevard and Bethel Drive, including a crosswalk with a fully functional traffic signal. “On.
Armed Robbery Arrests
Two suspects in armed robbery earlier this year were arrested Thursday at Black Lotus Tattoo on West 6th Avenue and Blair boulevard.
Oregon recycler fights fast fashion by turning stained tees, ripped Carhartts, and rags into...
One rough-looking vintage Levi's jacket sold online for $3,500.
North Eugene Community Newsletter for Friday, June 26
Good morning! It’s June 26 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…. Today will be rather cloudy with a passing shower or two. There is a 80% chance of rain. The high will be 67 with a low of 51. Allergy sufferers beware: there are high amounts of ragweed in the air. Rain now, changing to cloudy at 7 a.m.
