Eugene Christians march against white Christian nationalism on Palm Sunday
EUGENE, Ore. - Hundreds of Christians gathered in downtown Eugene on Palm Sunday to protest authoritarianism and white Christian nationalism as part of a nationwide movement. Participants met at the First Christian Church in downtown Eugene, where church leaders said they wanted to reclaim Christianity and speak out...
Campus planning committee deliberates construction of beach volleyball court
As the demolition of Hamilton Hall concluded, the University of Oregon’s Campus Planning Committee held a meeting to discuss details of the construction of volleyball courts and a green space that will be built on the land where the over 50-year-old dorm hall stood. The women’s beach volleyball team...
This Quiet Oregon Museum Preserves the Epic, Millennia-Spanning Story of America’s First People
This Oregon museum is like a time capsule on turbo mode – and yes, it’s mesmerizing. I stepped inside and suddenly I was face-to-face with artifacts that survived thousands of years, each one whispering secrets of America’s first people. Every corner is packed with jaw-dropping objects, from...
Eugene gas prices jump nearly 10 cents in a week
EUGENE, Ore. — Drivers in Eugene are paying more at the pump after gasoline prices jumped almost 10 cents in the past week. Average gasoline prices in Eugene have risen 9.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.80 per gallon Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 78 stations in Eugene. Prices in Eugene...
ER doctors raise patient care concerns amid PeaceHealth, ApolloMD lawsuit
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. - Local emergency physicians are raising concerns about how a transition to new emergency room staffing could affect patient care at local hospitals. Eugene Emergency Physicians filed a lawsuit against PeaceHealth and ApolloMD, claiming the partnership violates state corporate medical laws. Dr....
Cascades placed under a winter storm watch Wednesday and Thursday – gusts up to...
The National Weather Service released a winter storm watch at 9:21 a.m. on Monday valid from Wednesday 5 a.m. until Thursday 5 p.m. for North Oregon Cascades, Cascades of Marion and Linn counties and Cascades of Lane County. "Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 10 to 18 inches possible....
Black Culture Initiative hosts budgeting classes in Eugene
EUGENE, Ore. - The Black Culture Initiative of Eugene hosted a financial literacy wellness, budgeting and cashflow class Saturday morning. The class is part of a five-part series. It covers debt reduction, budgeting and saving for major goals such as purchasing a home and preparing for retirement. "Well financial...
Fire and Rescue Calls: Vehicle fire on South 18th, structure fire near Monroe
Editor’s note: This log is based on information submitted to the media by Philomath Fire & Rescue:. • 9:43 p.m. — Firefighters responded to the activation of a fire alarm in the 3000 block of Main Street. Other calls: Emergency medical services responded to calls at 3:37 a.m....
Thousands join “No Kings” protest march through Springfield streets
SPRINGFIELD, OR — Thousands of people gathered in Springfield on Saturday, March 28, for the “No Kings” protest and march, an event that began at 11 a.m. and drew more than 3,000 attendees. The march began at Springfield City Hall, 225 N. 5th St., with protesters proceeding...
Kahl: Homelessness isn’t a personal failure; it’s a failure of the system
On Halloween, dressed as Mario, with a bright blue drink in hand, I was tired of losing at pool and ended up talking to the bouncer of the bar I was at. He was doodling flowers on a USPS sticker, and we ended up chatting about his passion for art, as well as his living situation, as he was working while also living...
