Eugene OR

After 20 years, Laughing Planet Cafe will close its south Eugene location on Tuesday, March 31. Franz Spielvogel, Laughing Planet’s CEO, told Lookout Eugene-Springfield that several factors led to the impending closure, including rising rent and limited parking in a busy shopping center. “It’s cost-prohibitive rent...

Saturday is shaping up to be one of the most active protest days Oregon has seen this year, with “No Kings” demonstrations scheduled in communities across the state, including Portland, Salem, Springfield, Medford, Ashland and Grants Pass. Organizers say the events are part of a coordinated national day of action...

Widespread frost, mainly before 9am. Otherwise, sunny, with a high near 57. Calm wind becoming north 5 to 9 mph in the morning.

Lane County’s tech scene is buzzing this month, with several strong openings for IT pros who like solving real-world problems and keeping systems running smoothly. Hands-on role supporting IT hardware, cabling, and infrastructure at Roseburg’s production sites. You’ll work closely with network and system engineers,...

Lane County’s healthcare field is buzzing with opportunities right now. If you’re looking for flexible hours and meaningful work helping others, Addus HomeCare has several openings across the area.

Trader Joe’s tote bags are an international trend, but can popular, branded tumblers help conserve struggling wildlife in Oregon? For Steve Foltz, Jamba Juice franchise owner, that’s the hope this spring and summer as his stores launch a partnership with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife for the...

The Martha Graham Dance Company celebrates its 100th anniversary this year. A new PBS documentary, “Martha Graham Dance Company: We Are Our Time,” profiles the company. Host Indira Lakshmanan speaks with Peter Schnall, one of the film’s directors, and Xin Ying, a dancer with the company. This...

As Oregon struggles to add jobs and attract new residents, a new report finds one industry is quietly outperforming expectations: sports. Spectators added about $1.7 billion into the state economy and supported roughly 9,000 jobs in 2024. The report, produced by economic research firm ECONorthwest in partnership with...

If your home felt chilly last winter, help is available. NW Natural and Lane County Homes For Good are offering free weatherization services to qualifying residents. Depending on your income, you could receive a new gas furnace, water heater, insulation, and air sealing—worth several thousand dollars at no cost.

Several LTD routes in Springfield will be detoured on Saturday, March 28, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. or until traffic clears. Route 13: No service on Centennial Blvd. between Mill St. and 5th St. Temporary shuttles will connect Springfield Station at Bay H to stops east of 5th St.