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Oregon Bach Festival honors UO and US milestones

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By Jill Bond Verified
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Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard June 18, 2026, 4:03 a.m. PT The Oregon Bach Festival is honoring the University of Oregon's 150th anniversary and the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. This year's festival follows the recent passing of co-founder Helmuth Rilling, who died at age 92. Performances will feature works by Indigenous composer Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate and Antonín Dvořák’s “From the New World” symphony.
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Going out on a kayak or canoe this weekend? What to know about permits Original

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By Jill Bond Verified, Zach Urness Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
June 12, 2026, 10:00 a.m. PT As we approach a warming trend that will see the Eugene-Springfield area hit highs close to 100 degrees this weekend, it might seem like the perfect time to get out on the water in Oregon. A bill that went into effect in January adds new fees to non-motorized boats under 10 feet, which includes canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Although these types of watercraft previously were exempt, the state now requires a $20 annual Waterway Access Permit.
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Is there a 'No Kings' rally in Eugene or Springfield June 14?

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By Jill Bond Verified, Ginnie Sandoval Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
June 11, 2026, 1:35 p.m. PT Instead of marching and chanting protest slogans, this month's "No Kings" event will be filled with song. Watch parties are scheduled to take place across Oregon on June 14 for "Rise Up, Sing Out: A Concert for the First Amendment," which coincides with President Donald Trump's 80th birthday. The concert, organized by the Committee for the First Amendment in partnership with the "No Kings" organization, will take place in New York City.
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Eugene to build permanent sidewalk near Eugene Federal Building

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard June 8, 2026, 6:19 p.m. PT The city of Eugene is building a new sidewalk next to the Eugene Federal Building. Construction on the new sidewalk, which will cost the city $50,000, is set to begin June 9 near the southeast corner of Sixth Avenue and Pearl Street. The east lane of Pearl Street between Sixth and Seventh avenues will be closed intermittently during construction, which is expected to last until about June 23.
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Coos Bay bank manager accused of stealing $1.9 million

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Jill Bond, Eugene Register-Guard Thu, May 28, 2026 at 11:48 PM UTC A Coos Bay woman has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of bank theft, embezzlement, or misapplication by a bank officer or employee. According to a news release from the U.S. Attorney's Office, Heather Lynn Casas, 44, is accused of stealing $1.9 million while she was working as a manager at a bank in Coos Bay. Prosecutors allege Casas stole the sum over just a few months in 2024.
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Coos Bay bank manager accused of stealing $1.9 million

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard May 28, 2026, 4:48 p.m. PT A Coos Bay woman has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of bank theft, embezzlement, or misapplication by a bank officer or employee. According to a news release from the U.S. Attorney's Office, Heather Lynn Casas, 44, is accused of stealing $1.9 million while she was working as a manager at a bank in Coos Bay. Prosecutors allege Casas stole the sum over just a few months in 2024.
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Flyover, ceremonies and more in Eugene-Springfield on Memorial Day Original

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
Community members in Lane County will gather Monday, May 25, to honor fallen service members with ceremonies, music and moments of reflection for Memorial Day. Observed each year on the last Monday in May, Memorial Day is a federal holiday dedicated to remembering U.S. military members who died in service. Local observances in Eugene and Springfield range from traditional wreath-laying and cemetery services to community runs and a military flyover.
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Why you need to mail your ballot by May 12 for Oregon primary Original

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard May 11, 2026, 3:33 p.m. PT Oregon voters are advised to mail their ballots by May 12 due to changes in U.S. Postal Service postmarking procedures. Ballots mailed after May 12 should be taken to a post office to request a manual postmark. Oregon law allows ballots to be counted if they are received within seven days of the election, provided they are postmarked by Election Day. Planning to mail in your ballot this primary election? You better do it now.
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Missing Eugene man found dead near Lookout Reservoir

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By Jill Bond Verified
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A Eugene man who went missing near Lookout Reservoir east of Lowell was found dead by Lane County Sheriff's Search and Rescue team volunteers on May 10. Tyler Ryan Davis, 22, was last in contact with friends and family on April 30, according to a news release from the Lane County Sheriff's Office. The volunteers, part of the Eugene Mountain Rescue team, traversed extremely steep terrain to search difficult-to-access areas.
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'We will never forget' Fallen EPD officer Chris Kilcullen remembered

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard April 22, 2026, 12:26 p.m. PT On the 15th anniversary of Chris Kilcullen's death, his family members and local police attended a roadside gathering to remember the Eugene Police Department officer killed in the line of duty. Kilcullen, a 12-year veteran of the department, was 43 when he was shot and killed by a motorist while conducting a traffic stop.
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Here's which Broadway shows are coming to the Hult Center

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard April 15, 2026, 4:03 a.m. PT The 2026-2027 Broadway in Eugene season will feature seven productions at the Hult Center. Shows include modern hits like "& Juliet" and "SIX" alongside classics such as "Jersey Boys." Season subscriptions and renewals are currently available for purchase. The 2026-27 Broadway in Eugene season includes an acclaimed show that debuted in 2025, a classic that has been on stage for two decades and everything in between.
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Eugene selects Ideal Option for peer navigation program Original

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
The city of Eugene has selected Ideal Option to provide alternative response services. This decision comes after the city ended its long-standing contract with CAHOOTS. The program will operate in high-volume areas outside of the downtown core, such as Highway 99 and the Whiteaker neighborhood. An addiction treatment company that already provides outreach services downtown will expand to offer "peer navigation alternative response" in Eugene.
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Sign up for the new Your Week newsletter

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
The daffodils and cherry trees are in full bloom in Eugene-Springfield. The renewal spring promises seems like the perfect reason to offer readers of The Register-Guard something new. Introducing the free Your Week newsletter from your local journalists at the R-G. This newsletter assures you don’t miss the best journalism our reporting team has produced each week and gives you a better understanding of who we are and what we do.
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Florence man who evaded capture on child sex crimes sentenced

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard March 25, 2026, 5:04 p.m. PT A Florence man who police hunted down after he failed to appear for a sentencing hearing in a child sex abuse case will spend 10 years in state prison. Jack Duane Crist, 48, evaded police after pleading guilty to charges of rape and attempted rape in 2024. He was arrested in Chico, California, in February after detectives with the Lane County Sheriff's Office tracked him to Alaska, Missouri and Arizona.
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Sex offender convicted of drugging, assaulting teenager

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By Jill Bond Verified
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Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard March 23, 2026, 4:40 p.m. PT A man was convicted in a jury trial last week of giving acid to a teenager and later sexually assaulting her.
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Junction City man killed in Wednesday crash on Beltline

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
A Junction City man was killed in a crash March 18 that shut down eastbound Beltline Road for hours. Around 5:20 p.m., Kenneth Lee Gajda, 41, was operating a Ford F250 on Beltline Road at the on-ramp to Interstate 5 when his vehicle collided with the left side of a Lexus ES driving by a 65-year-old Junction City resident. Gajda's vehicle crashed through the metal guardrail on the right side of the I-5 on ramp, striking and shearing off a power pole.
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Man convicted for role in 2020 riot arrested for failing to appear Original

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
A man arrested in connection with a 2020 riot in Eugene is back in court after a warrant was issued for his arrest. Arei Johnson previously pleaded guilty in 2021 to felony riot and several misdemeanors related to the event. Johnson was recently arrested on a failure to appear warrant and has been released with a future court date. A man who was arrested in connection with a May 29, 2020, riot in Eugene is back in Lane County court.
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Crash closes eastbound Beltline Highway Original

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
Eastbound Beltline Road is closed at exit 13 because of a crash, according to the Oregon Department of Transportation. ODOT expects the closure to be extended and urges drivers to take an alternate route. TripCheck estimates the closure to be up to two hours. Eugene Police Department reported Interstate 5 is inaccessible from Beltline eastbound. Check TripCheck for more road conditions.
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Corned beef galore. St. Patty's Day events in Eugene-Springfield

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By Jill Bond Verified, Samantha Pierotti Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
March 17, 2026, 12:14 p.m. PT St. Patrick's Day is as good a reason to get out on a Tuesday as any. Whether you're craving corned beef and cabbage, want to dance a jig or just need an excuse to drink a Guinness, the R-G has rounded up every option for revelry on March 17. Eugene's bar scene is showing up with the Irish food specials all day, including some creative takes that lean into taco Tuesday, an update on traditional sliders and drinks specials to put you in a jolly mood.
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Daylight Saving Time in Oregon. When do clocks change?

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard March 6, 2026, 11:35 a.m. PT The days are getting longer and by the end of this month, Oregonians will enjoy an extra hour and a half of daylight compared to the beginning of March. As landscapes brighten with showy spring flowers and gardeners sharpen their trowels in anticipation of the first turn of their dormant garden, Oregonians are dreaming of sunny days ahead.
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Lane Fire Authority to close Station 108 on Lorane Highway

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard March 3, 2026, 11:37 a.m. PT Rural fire district Lane Fire Authority will close its southern-most station so the property owner can sell the land. In a social media post, LFA said the Station 108 on Lorane Highway will be closed immediately. "As a special district funded primarily through local property tax revenue, our ability to maintain facilities and staffing is directly tied to available budget capacity," the post states.
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Fire extinguished at Ninkasi Brewing

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard March 1, 2026, 6:35 a.m. PT Eugene Springfield firefighters quickly extinguished a blaze at Ninkasi Brewing the evening of Saturday, Feb. 28. According to a social media post, firefighters were called to a commercial structure fire in the 200 block of Van Buren Street just before 6:30 p.m. in Eugene's Whiteaker neighborhood. Firefighters could see smoke rising from the roof and inside found the facility choked with smoke near the production area.
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What protests are happening in Eugene this weekend?

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By Jill Bond Verified
| Yahoo Verified
People in Eugene and Springfield are gearing up for a weekend packed with protests. Locals are getting more creative in how they band together to express displeasure with federal immigration enforcement. A new group will debut its form of protest by singing songs of resistance with messages inviting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to defect and expressions of hope for a kinder society. Labor unions are also hosting a rally to stand in solidarity with immigrants.
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Oregon attorney general talks Trump tariff suit in Eugene appearance

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By Jill Bond Verified
| USA Today Verified
Feb. 25, 2026, 7:07 a.m. ET Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield took the stage in the Shedd Institute Feb. 24 to talk about his office's work to understand gaps in local public safety, court challenges to the Trump administration and answer questions from the crowd. The League of Women Voters of Lane County invited Rayfield as part of the organization's Speaker Series. As of this year, Rayfield has initiated or joined more than 50 lawsuits challenging Trump policies.
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Oregon attorney general talks Trump tariff suit in Eugene appearance

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard Feb. 25, 2026, 4:07 a.m. PT Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield took the stage in the Shedd Institute Feb. 24 to talk about his office's work to understand gaps in local public safety, court challenges to the Trump administration and answer questions from the crowd. The League of Women Voters of Lane County invited Rayfield as part of the organization's Speaker Series. As of this year, Rayfield has initiated or joined more than 50 lawsuits challenging Trump policies.
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Egan Warming Centers open Wednesday as temperatures drop in Eugene

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard Feb. 23, 2026, 5:22 p.m. PT The Eugene-Springfield area Egan Warming Centers will open Wednesday, Feb. 25, for what could be several days. The National Weather Service predicts the overnight low on Wednesday will be 30 degrees. Egan shelters open when temperatures are forecast to drop at or below 30 degrees. The current long-range forecast from NWS predicts low temperatures around 34 degrees Thursday, Feb. 26, and Friday, Feb. 27.
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How to watch Wyden, Merkley alternative to State of the Union speech

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By Jill Bond Verified
| USA Today Verified
How to watch Wyden, Merkley alternative to State of the Union speech VIDEO Oregon Sens. Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley will offer an alternative to President Donald Trump's State of the Union address on Tuesday, Feb. 24. The senators do not plan to attend the annual address to Congress, they said in a joint press release.
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How to watch Wyden, Merkley alternative to State of the Union speech

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By Jill Bond Verified
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Oregon Sens. Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley will offer an alternative to President Donald Trump's State of the Union address on Tuesday, Feb. 24. The senators do not plan to attend the annual address to Congress, they said in a joint press release.
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Former R-G writer Bob Keefer's Oregon desert photos on display in Eugene

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
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 desert. Keefer, who also worked as arts editor Eugene Weekly, said in a news release, “The eastern Oregon desert is one of the most quietly beautiful places I know,” Keefer said.
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Dense fog advisory for Eugene-Springfield and surrounding areas

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard Feb. 10, 2026, 7:51 a.m. PT A dense fog advisory is in effect for the Eugene-Springfield area through 9 a.m. The National Weather Service in Portland issued the warning for the central and southern Willamette Valley. Visibility could be 1/4 mile or less in some areas. Commuters should be prepared for rapidly changing visibility as density changes, especially in sheltered valleys and near lakes and rivers.
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Train derails in Eugene

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By Jill Bond Verified
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Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard Feb. 8, 2026, 3:40 p.m. PT A train derailed in Eugene Sunday, Feb. 8, near the Chambers Street overpass. Several cars were on their sides along Roosevelt Boulevard. Railroad workers were on the scene and three engines were idling near the shelter on Roosevelt. About eight cars appeared to be affected. According to TripCheck, traffic impacts in Eugene were minimal. No information was immediately available about what the cars were carrying.
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Did Donald Trump mention Eugene's protest at the Federal Building? Original

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By Jill Bond Verified
| USA Today Verified
Updated Jan. 31, 2026, 11:59 p.m. ET A peaceful protest that resulted in a riot declaration in Eugene caught the attention of President Donald Trump. Trump said on Truth Social it was the local jurisdiction's responsibility to protect federal buildings.
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Did Donald Trump mention Eugene's protest at the Federal Building? Original

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Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard Updated Jan. 31, 2026, 8:59 p.m. PT A peaceful protest that resulted in a riot declaration in Eugene caught the attention of President Donald Trump. Trump said on Truth Social it was the local jurisdiction's responsibility to protect federal buildings.
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Measles virus detected in Corvallis, Lewisburg wastewater

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By Jill Bond Verified
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Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard Jan. 29, 2026, 7:15 p.m. PT Measles has been detected in wastewater in Corvallis and Lewisburg, near Lane County. Three measles cases have been reported in Oregon this year, all in unvaccinated individuals. Vaccination rates for the MMR vaccine in Lane County have declined in recent years. Measles infections continue to creep closer to Lane County.
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Man dies after shooting himself at St. Vincent de Paul on Chad Drive

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
Editor's note: This story mentions suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, help is available from the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by texting or calling 988 or chatting at 988lifeline.org/. A man shot himself and died Jan. 23 at the St. Vincent de Paul administrative office on Chad Drive. Police responded to a call about an armed suicidal man just before 2 p.m., according to Eugene Police Department spokesperson Melinda McLaughlin.
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Eugene-Springfield Egan shelters stay open during sustained cold snap

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A sustained cold snap in the Eugene-Springfield area is testing the volunteer network that provides low-barrier temporary shelter. Egan Warming Shelters have activated nightly since Jan. 15 as overnight temperatures in the region have dipped below freezing. There's no relief in sight, according to the National Weather Service's 7-day forecast, with Sunday, Jan. 25 predicted to be the warmest night at 33 degrees. Currently Friday, Jan.
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Eugene MLK Day march and Day Without Immigrants Original

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Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard Jan. 19, 2026, 7:59 a.m. PT The theme of today's MLK Day march is togetherness. The march brings together Eugene and Springfield and is joining forces with those supporting the local immigrant community to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. The event begins at 9 a.m. at the “Xs and Os” near Autzen Stadium with a welcome and acknowledgements by Demond Hawkins, NAACP president.
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2 people pulled from Willamette River; 1 dead, 1 in critical condition

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By Jill Bond Verified
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A body was pulled from the Willamette River the afternoon of Jan. 18. Eugene Springfield Fire and Eugene Police Department personnel responded to an area near South Bank Path where it was reported a person was submerged in the frigid water near the river's edge. After the body was pulled from the river, ESF found the person was dead. The Lane County Medical Examiner took jurisdiction to continue the investigation, said EPD spokesperson Melinda McLaughlin.
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Egan Warming Center in Springfield needs volunteers for tonight

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard Jan. 15, 2026, 5:15 p.m. PT Low overnight temperatures predicted for tonight, Jan. 15, have activated Egan Warming Centers in Eugene-Springfield. Volunteers are needed tonight to take shifts at the Zone, Lane Events Center and Springfield sites. Egan Warming Centers are a St. Vincent de Paul program that opens temporary, overnight homeless shelters in Eugene and Springfield when temperatures are forecast to drop at or below 30 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Man menaces mothers waiting for school bus in Glenwood, police say Original

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Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard Jan. 14, 2026, 3:33 p.m. PT A group of mothers with children waiting for the school bus was assaulted by a man who brandished a handgun in Glenwood the morning of Jan. 13. According to the Lane County Sheriff's Office, the mothers confronted a man at the bus stop at East 14th and Lexington avenues. Police did not disclose the nature of the confrontation.
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Shift Community Cycles to refurbish hundreds of bikes for kids

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That phrase for many has meant muscle memory embedded in something we'll never forget how to do and the freedom of movement a bicycle gives to a young person ready to begin exploring the world. But what about kids who don't have a bike?
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Man drops handgun during fight in Glenwood area of Springfield Original

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Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard Jan. 13, 2026, 6:25 p.m. PT The Lane County Sheriff's Office responded to a dispute the morning of Jan. 19 that involved several people. Police responded to East 14th and Lexington avenues in Glenwood at 7 a.m. where several people had been in a physical altercation. Sheriff's office spokesman Sgt. Tim Wallace reported deputies learned during the dispute a man had swung a backpack, striking a woman holding a baby.
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Dog bites child at Eugene grocery store. Are dogs allowed inside? Original

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Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard Jan. 8, 2026, 5:31 p.m. PT Eugene police are asking for help in identifying the owner of a dog that allegedly bit a 3-year-old child at the Albertson's grocery store on 18th Avenue in Eugene. Numerous customers called Eugene police around 6 p.m. Jan. 5 to report a man had brought a dog into the store and it had bitten a child, EPD said in a news release.
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Reedsport Republican Boomer Wright to retire at end of year Original

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Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard Jan. 8, 2026, 12:59 p.m. PT Oregon state Rep. Gerald Duane "Boomer" Wright is retiring. The Republican from Reedsport has represented District 9 since 2021 after being elected in 2020 and will have served in the Oregon House of Representatives for three terms when he leaves office in 2027. He was last re-elected in November 2024 with 61.8% of the vote. District 9 includes a portion of rural western Lane County, as well as Florence, Reedsport and Coos Bay.
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Eugene mayor to give State of the City address. How to attend

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Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard Jan. 8, 2026, 4:04 a.m. PT Eugene Mayor Kaarin Knudson will deliver a "State of the City" address in the Hult Center's Soreng Theater at 5:30 p.m. Jan. 12. Knudson's remarks will focus on the past year and look ahead to what's to come in 2026. Knudson will present Community Service Awards and the winners of the Mayor's Art Show will be announced. Additionally a video highlights accomplishments of the past year will be shown. The event is free and open the public.
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Oregon, Indiana officials place friendly wager on Peach Bowl Original

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Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard Jan. 7, 2026, 6:13 p.m. PT As the day approaches when the No. 5 Oregon Ducks faceoff with the No. 1 Indiana Hoosiers for a second time, some unusual wagers are being placed. The Ducks are looking to advance to the national championship game, but first they must win at the Peach Bowl in Atlanta against a team whose quarterback brought the Indiana University program its first-ever Heisman Trophy and handed Oregon its only loss this season.
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How to join the Eugene-Springfield NAACP march on MLK Day

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By Jill Bond Verified
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Eugene and Springfield will host joint marches on MLK Day, Jan. 19. The event also is joining forces with those supporting the local immigrant community to unite with "A Day Without Migrants." The theme will be “Together: Together we can. Together we will. Together we are unified,” according to a press release from the Eugene-Springfield branch of the NAACP. The event begins at 9 a.m. at the “Xs and Os” near Autzen Stadium with a welcome and acknowledgements by Demond Hawkins, NAACP president.
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Egan warming shelters in 'desperate need' of volunteers for tonight

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| The Register-Guard Verified
Jill Bond Eugene Register-Guard Dec. 30, 2025, 4:56 p.m. PT Egan warming shelters in Eugene and Springfield are in urgent need of volunteers for tonight's shifts. The shelters open when temperatures are forecast to drop to 30 degrees Fahrenheit or below. The program began after a homeless veteran died from cold exposure in 2008. Four locations are available, including one specifically for youth, providing a warm place to sleep and meals.
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Public comment open for wetland permit sought for huge e-commerce site

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
Public comment is open for a huge e-commerce facility seeking permits to build on land on Highway 99 near the Eugene Airport. The project, identified on the permit application as Clear Lake E-Commerce, will permanently alter 6.75 acres of wetlands through infill and removal of soil. The permit application is before the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Oregon Department of State Lands.
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Is the Eugene Costco open on Christmas? Here are the holiday hours

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By Jill Bond Verified
| The Register-Guard Verified
If you're down to the wire on Christmas shopping, or find yourself in need of a large, pre-made platter to expand your menu last minute, you might be wondering whether Costco is an option. The Eugene-Springfield area only has one Costco at 2828 Chad Drive and you can be sure its parking lot will be full in the days leading up to Christmas.
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