Lane County’s first Black settlement was erased in 1949. A new monument will immortalize...
William “Billy” Johnson Jr. pointed to a black-and-white photograph of a Black child, about five or six, hands in his pockets. “That’s my grandfather,” Johnson said of the boy, who stood beside nine other children around a water pump in Ferry Street Village, a mostly-Black settlement just outside Eugene’s city limits...
Winter weather advisory active for Willamette Valley from Monday to Thursday – potentially 5...
On Sunday at 10 a.m. a winter weather advisory was released by the National Weather Service valid from Monday 4 a.m. until Thursday 4 a.m. for North Oregon Coast Range, Central Oregon Coast Range, Clackamas County Cascade Foothills, Cascade Foothills of Marion and Linn counties and Lane County Cascade Foothills.
Marcola cat rescue: 38 saved by Greenhill in Lane County effort
MARCOLA, Ore. - Greenhill Humane Society, in collaboration with Lane County Animal Services, has rescued a total of 38 cats from a home in Marcola following the owner's death. According to Greenhill Humane Society, they initially rescued 21 cats on Feb. 6, and returned on Feb. 11 to save an additional 17 cats. These...
Commissioner Farr: Shakespeare shows Stalin was right
We're at a point in time right now in our history where history is being changed, where what has been written down as history is being rewritten as something different. Presenter: Every county commissioners meeting includes time for commissioners business, allowing for announcements, comments, and remonstrances. On...
Drivers Report Rough Pavement on Main Street Bridge
Following an extended closure by ODOT for repairs and renovations, motorists are reporting a rougher ride on the westbound Highway 126 Main Street bridge.
Valentine’s Dance For Adults with Disabilities
A Valentine’s Day dance was held on Wednesday evening at the Farmer’s Market Pavilion for adults living with an intellectual or developmental disability.
Former R-G writer Bob Keefer’s Oregon desert photos on display in Eugene
Former Register-Guard arts writer Bob Keefer has a new photography exhibition on display through the end of April at Eugene’s Inn at the 5th hotel. Titled "The Oregon Desert," the show opened Monday, Feb. 2, in the hotel’s Maple Room and features hand-colored black-and-white photographs of eastern Oregon’s high...
Love Your Home: 5 Critical Steps to Guard Against Termites This Valentine’s Weekend in...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. PORTLAND, OREGON — As Valentine’s weekend brings warmer weather across the U.S., it’s the perfect time to show your home some love by protecting it from termites. In Oregon, cities like Portland and Eugene...
You’ll Be Stuffed in Minutes at This Legendary Oregon Buffet
Hungry diners looking for a fast, filling meal have been showing up at this Eugene pizza spot since the 1960s, and the momentum hasn’t slowed down. Families roll in after games, students crowd the tables with friends, and longtime locals know exactly what they’re ordering before they even reach the counter.
Eugene weighs new tax exemptions for housing developers
The City of Eugene is considering new tax exemptions for housing developers. The incentives would waive 10 years of property taxes for some apartments and homes in Eugene built by 2032. City Councilors voted unanimously Wednesday to send the proposed policies to a public hearing. “Because people need more places...

















