Lowell
LATEST NEWS
Oregon Ducks vs. Purdue Boilermakers: EA Sports College Football 25 Simulation Recap
EA Sports College Football 25 predicts the Oregon Ducks vs. Purdue Boilermakers matchup as part of the highly anticipated 2024 season, providing insights into game outcomes and player performances. Oregon QB Dillon Gabriel: 24-of-27 passing, 410 yards, 5 TD. Oregon RB Jordan James: 28 carries, 105 yards, 2 TD. Oregon...
Oregon Ducks 2024 Fall Camp: Key Position Battles and Top Players to Watch
As the Oregon Ducks prepare for the 2024 fall camp, a series of position battles are set to unfold, shaping the team for the upcoming season. With key insights into potential shifts in the team's lineup, attention is drawn towards the competition for various positions within the roster. 11 position...
Eugene seeks new decarbonization strategies after failure of natural gas ban
Your browser does not support the audio element. A year after the failure of its natural gas ban, the city of Eugene is looking for new ways to reduce carbon emissions. City Council previously tried to ban natural gas hook-ups in new low-rise residential buildings. But that drew pushback from an advocacy group backed by Northwest Natural.
Former Oregon Duck Christian Gonzalez buys parents a new house
One of the goals of every athlete who ultimately reaches the professional level is to be able to provide for their family and give back to those who have helped get them to where they are. Former Oregon Ducks cornerback Christian Gonzalez was finally able to see that dream come to fruition. On his Instagram this past weekend, Gonzalez shared that he bought his parents a new house. Here’s what he wrote in the post: “Mom and Dad, I told you guys when I started this football journey at 5 years old I was going to put you in a place you couldn’t...
On the Agenda: Eugene strategic plan, city manager evaluation
To attend: The new Eugene City Council Chambers are the northern building on the former Eugene Water & Electric Board property at 500 E 4th Avenue, Eugene. Both Monday meetings will be hybrid, while the Wednesday meeting will be online only. To watch: Meetings stream online at bit.ly/Eugene-meetings, the city's...
Will Oregon Ducks Football Set Another NFL Draft Record in 2025?
The Oregon football program may have the most Ducks ever drafted in the 2025 NFL Draft. Receiver Evan Stewart, cornerback Jabbar Muhammad, offensive tackles Josh Conerly Jr. and Ajani Cornelius, receiver Tez Johnson and quarterback Dillon Gabriel ranked.
OSU Extension Service re-opens its canning hotline
Oregon State University Extension Service’s food safety and preservation hotline has re-opened for the summer and fall. The toll-free hotline, 800-354-7319, runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, until Oct. 11. When the hotline is closed, callers can leave a message. The hotline is staffed by certified Master Food Preserver volunteers in several Oregon counties. The volunteers fielded 806 calls in 2023.
Nina Vetter steps into Newport city manager role
The city of Newport officially welcomed Nina Vetter as its new city manager on July 9. She was unanimously voted by city council on April 19 to succeed Spencer Nebel, who recently retired after serving more than 10 years as city manager. Vetter comes to Newport with over 15 years of government service, most recently as city manager for Gresham from 2021-23. She is the first woman to hold the city manager position for Newport. “Newport is a vibrant city with a rich history and...
61-year-old man dies after being hit by car in east Salem
A 61 year-old Salem man is dead after he was hit by a vehicle on Sunday morning on State Street near 47th Avenue SE, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office. 911 callers reported a pedestrian had been struck by a vehicle just before 10 a.m. Sunday, according to the sheriff's office. Deputies and emergency personnel responded and attempted lifesaving efforts, but the man died at the scene.
Docs hold onto second place despite split with Klamath Falls
It was a mixed bag for the Roseburg Dr. Stewart’s in a home doubleheader against Area 4 league opponent Klamath Falls on Saturday at Bill Gray Legion Stadium at Champion Car Wash Field. Roseburg (20-16-1, 12-6 Area 4) pulled away for a 9-2 win in Game 1 of the...
Lane County will explore citizen redistricting proposal
After discussing an advisory committee's six proposed changes to Lane County's Charter, the Board of Commissioners rejected the committee's pair of proposed amendments to reform the county's redistricting process, instead choosing to further explore an alternate citizen proposal. The board also accepted the three least controversial recommendations. In 1976, Lane County expanded the...
Ashland-based author awarded Oregon Arts Commission grant for novel ‘Honey’
Award will assist the author with travel costs and his upcoming tour. Novelist Victor Lodato will receive a financial boost to continue touring and participating in author talks for his latest book, “Honey,” after being one of 29 artists to receive Career Opportunity Program grant awards from the Oregon Arts Commission.
Oregon Rep. Andrea Salinas talks state mental health crisis, immigration debate and more
Andrea Salinas is almost through her first term in Congress. The Democrat from Lake Oswego is running to keep her seat in Oregon's 6th congressional district, a new district formed in 2022 due to changes in Oregon's population.
Boaters reminded of duties after an incident
The Oregon State Marine Board wants to remind boaters that it’s state law to help and render aid in cases where another boat is swamped, capsizes or is involved in another incident with property damage or personal injury. It’s also about being a “good neighbor” on the water. Failure to fulfill the duties of the boat operator (ORS 830.475) could result in a Class A misdemeanor citation. In cases where the boat operator leaves the scene of a boat accident where there is personal injury...
Oregon Ducks countdown to kickoff: At No. 41, greatest kicker in program history?
The Oregon Ducks start the 2024 season Aug. 31 at home against Idaho. The Oregonian/OregonLive will count down the days with mini-profiles of prominent former and current Ducks whose jersey numbers correspond with the days remaining until the opening kickoff. Today, No. 41: Kicker Aidan Schneider. If you purchase a...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.