Amazon Warehouse a Property-tax Jackpot? Nope.
After Eugene Weekly unmasked Amazon as the conglomerate behind the planned package-distribution center near the Eugene Airport, some people have suggested Amazon’s property tax payments on the place may prove a rich windfall for money-starved local governments. But that’s not likely. How much will the facility pay...
Impairment believed a factor in fiery multi-vehicle crash, police say
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. -- Driver impairment was believed to be a factor in a multi-vehicle crash on Wednesday, according to the Springfield Police Department. According to SPD officials and emergency dispatch logs, police and emergency personnel responded at about 4 p.m. on Jan. 28 to a motor vehicle crash at the...
See inside this $1.1M midcentury ‘Love Nest’ designed by a renowned Oregon architect
A hilltop midcentury house designed by a respected architect near the University of Oregon in Eugene has been exciting design enthusiasts for decades for its glass-encased sunken living room and treehouse-like pavilions. The Trombley Residence, built in 1965 for a schoolteacher, is also known as the “Love Nest.” Its...
Morning Lookout: ‘National Day of Action’; Springfield’s State of the City address
Don’t be surprised if your favorite restaurant, gift shop or coffee stand is closed today. Businesses across Eugene plan to participate in the “National Day of Action” designed to show solidarity against ICE actions against immigrants. Taylor Goebel spoke with a few business owners about how they plan to participate...
Driver impairment suspected in multi-car accident at MLK Parkway and Hayden Bridge Way
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — A crash Wednesday afternoon affected traffic along Pioneer Parkway in Springfield, just north of Hayden Bridge Way. According to the Springfield Police Department, around 4 p.m. on January 28, officers responded to the intersection of MLK Parkway and Hayden Bridge for a crash involving multiple...
Springfield-based 9Wood conducts third round of layoffs
Springfield-based wood ceiling manufacturer 9Wood laid off another 19 workers in mid-January. The company conducted two rounds of layoffs in 2025. In January last year, about 20 workers were laid off and, in October, another 18 were let go. On Jan. 15, 19 more layoffs took place. 9Wood has laid off about 60 workers...
Usually in the back, quiet demonstrator recounts his unexpected run-in with federal officers
Jack Mather set down a pack of water bottles at the corner of Pearl Street and Seventh Avenue early Wednesday afternoon, just behind demonstrators holding “ICE Out” signs. Mather usually stays a bit out of sight at protest events, quietly observing and supporting people through small acts, like handing out water.
Fish and Wildlife to tackle crab fishery concerns in Springfield meeting
SALEM, Ore. - The Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission is set to meet on February 20 at the Lane County Armed Forces Readiness Center in Springfield. The meeting will begin at 8 a.m. and be available for viewing online. The agenda includes a petition concerning commercial Dungeness crab fishery rules....
Bus driver under investigation after reports of reckless driving in Springfield and Eugene
EUGENE, Ore. — A school bus driver was cited on multiple charges after police say he was driving recklessly while transporting students through Springfield and Eugene on Monday afternoon. According to Springfield police, on Jan. 26, Central Lane 911 received a call around 3:30 p.m. from a concerned citizen...
Oregon hits record high graduation rates; Bethel leads region at 84.5%
Oregon's graduation rates are out for the class of 2025, and while the news is mostly positive with some exceptions. Some school districts saw a rise in their graduation rates while others are seeing a drop.
