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Lane Transit District offers alternative transportation for UO football games
LANE COUNTY, Ore. — College football is right around the corner and the Lane Transit District (LTD) is offering Duck fans an alternative for getting to the game. People can leave their vehicle at one of LTD’s 21 free Park & Ride locations, board a bus to Eugene or Springfield stations, then transfer to EmX. From there, riders get off at Agate Station and take a short walk north across Franklin Boulevard and the Frohnmayer Footbridge to Autzen.
First lawsuit filed over allegedly drunk Westview football coach who slapped players
The first of what’s expected to be at least several lawsuits was filed Friday against the Beaverton School District, faulting it for employing a head football coach who allegedly downed four oversized beers and then slapped or grabbed a dozen sleeping teens in the middle of the night at a sports camp this summer.
One dead, one seriously injured in two pickup crash on Highway 18
One person died and another was taken to the hospital in serious condition following a two-vehicle crash Friday afternoon on Highway 18 between McMinnville and Dayton, McMinnville Police said. The crash occurred about 3:30 p.m. east of the Norton Lane intersection with the highway, near the campus of Chemeketa Community College Yamhill Valley. ...
Kyler’s Big Heart Benefit Concert Sept. 7th, featuring Jacquie Roar, at Garibaldi Event Tent; Tickets Going Fast!
The Kyler’s Big Heart Benefit Concert will be held on September 7, 2024 at the Port of Garibaldi. Headlining this event is country singer Jacquie Roar. Jacquie is a family friend of Dennis and Amanda Cavitt. From gracing the stage at the Oregon Jamboree to sharing it with music legends like Reba McEntire, Alan Jackson, Martina McBride,
Lane County commissioners pass ordinance expanding private property camping
EUGENE, Ore. — An ordinance allowing camping on private property is expanding past Eugene city limits after a recent unanimous vote by Lane County Commissioners. The new ruling mimics the City of Eugene's ordinance, but clears up certain boundary confusions. The two maps explain the difference between what is...
Portland and Hood to Coast passing through Columbia County
Hood and Portland to Coast are traveling through Columbia County this Friday and Saturday, August 23-24, 2024. Runners and walkers will not be traveling through the city limits of St. Helens, though they will pass through Scappoose. The racecourse runs just outside St. Helens through the Warren area to the Fairgrounds. However, you will likely still encounter increased traffic and event participants visiting local businesses in St. Helens. This year’s...
A Springfield mother is looking for a clinic to take a look at her son before his sports physical expires
A Springfield mother was unable to book an appointment for her son with the Oregon Medical Group before October. Now her son may not be able to participate in his beloved sport. Tags. Localnow. Springfield mother needs a clinic to examine her son before his sports physical expires. A Springfield...
Lane County relaxes rules for overnight camping within Eugene’s urban growth boundary
EUGENE, Ore. – Lane County is easing its rules when it comes to allowing overnight sleeping sites within Eugene’s urban growth boundary. About a year ago, county leaders directed staff to look at what it would take to create more consistent practices with the City of Eugene when it comes to overnight sites. Right now, camping on private property within Eugene’s city limits is allowed but was banned in areas like Santa Clara and parts of River Road. This is good news for individuals or organizations trying to help homeless people but the county said it’s not an invitation to set up camp wherever someone likes.
ROSEBURG GETS SIGNIFICANT RAIN FRIDAY
August 24, 2024 6:00 a.m. Roseburg got a significant amount of rain on Friday. Forecasters at the National Weather Service said the rain gage at the Roseburg Regional Airport measured .85 inches of rain between 12:00 a.m. Friday and 12:00 a.m. Saturday. Most of that rain fell in the evening hours. The last time the Umpqua Valley saw about that much rain in 24 hours was on May 4th when the airport received .84 inches of precipitation.
31st annual S.T.E.P. Salmon Derby begins August 31
REEDSPORT, Ore. — The Gardiner, Reedsport, Winchester Bay Salmon Trout Enhancement Program (GRWB STEP) is hosting its 31st annual salmon derby. The derby is open to all anglers. Registration fees are $20 per person and $50 per boat of three or more anglers. Purchase derby entry forms at Ace...
Stewart Park Bridge to close for massive farm-to-table feast
ROSEBURG, Ore. — An oft-used bridge will be temporarily closed to drivers this weekend -- repurposed to serve as a venue for a community dinner serving approximately 400 residents. The Stewart Park Green Bridge will be closed Saturday as chefs take over and feed residents a farm-to-table dinner for...
Canyonville Pioneer Days celebrates 58th year
CANYONVILLE, Ore. — The 58th annual Pioneer Days is in full swing in Canyonville. The event runs through Sunday. Pioneer Days was started in 1966 to celebrate Canyonville’s unique history of being the third-oldest town in Oregon and a main supply town on the Oregon Trail. Visitors can...
Wrongful death suit filed by family of Medford caregiver Bobbie Kolada, seeks $10 million
The family of caregiver Barbara "Bobbie" Kolada, who died while employed at a group home run by Grants Pass-based Partnerships in Community Living, filed a wrongful death suit in Multnomah County Circuit Court on Friday. The suit seeks $10 million in damages and names as plaintiffs Partnerships in Community Living...
Over 800 tickets sold for inaugural Brawl on the Bay MMA event in North Bend
COOS COUNTY, Ore. — Live-action MMA is making its way to the Oregon coast as "Brawl on the Bay" will be the first mixed-martial arts competition ever held at The Mill Casino. The matches will include special appearances by well-known MMA fighters Julianna Miller and Brady "Bam Bam" Hiestand.
Things To Do This Weekend in Philomath: Aug. 23-25, 2024
The summer’s events are starting to wind down but there’s still plenty to do in and around Philomath. You can start off the weekend Friday evening at Cardwell Hill Cellars for some jazz. On Saturday, run over to Newport during the day for a sandcastle-building contest and then in the evening head to the Northwest Art & Air Festival in Albany for the Wynona concert. On Sunday, catch the Philomath Farmers’ Market between 11 and 3 and hit the Music in the Park’s season-ending performance in the evening.
Volleyball Secures Two Wins at Alamo City Volleyesta
SAN ANTONIO, Texas – Eastern Oregon Volleyball hit the ground running on the first day of Alamo City Volleyesta, winning both games and advancing to 6-0 on the season. EOU continued their winning streak on Friday with a 3-1 victory over Oklahoma City University at the OLLU Mabee Gymnasium. The Mountaineers secured set wins of 25-15, 17-25, 25-21, and 25-21.
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