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Two cats and a leopard gecko are available for adoption in Lane County
Greenhill Humane Society Greenhill Humane Society is debuting their new reptile resident, Cherry Garcia. They are a very confident little leopard gecko who enjoys climbing all over their enclosure. ...
Scattered showers Saturday, Mainly sunny & warm for Sunday
Holden LeCroy: Scattered showers Saturday, mainly sunny & warm for Sunday. Upper low is passing and a clearing trend is expected into Sunday. By next week, a slight cool-down for Wednesday in the 70s, but the heat is on shortly after as high pressure builds in. 90s likely returning for Thursday and into next weekend.
Eugene house fire collapses roof, scorches cars
EUGENE, Ore. – Firefighters were able to contain a house fire that partially collapsed the roof and scorched several cars in the driveway on Friday evening. According to Eugene Springfield Fire, firefighters were alerted to a house fire on Formac Avenue at about 4:43 p.m. on August 23. Firefighters responded to find a large fire in the garage that had extended into the home and to vehicles in the front driveway. ESF said the fire was located in a county neighborhood without fire hydrants, and a water tender had to be used until fire crews could get to a proper fire hydrant farther away.
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.
SOU celebrates 50th anniversary of Worth Harvey Pipe Organ
Like any other birthday party, there was cake. But this one also featured compositions from Bach and Bruhns. SOU’s Dr. Margaret Evans, an adjunct professor of organ at SOU, played “Praeludium in G Major” and “Clair de Lune” among a series of other organ numbers.
Grants Pass Police searching for two suspects they say stole from elderly woman
Police are searching for two suspects they say targeted an elderly woman in the parking lot of Albertsons on Allen Creek Road on Aug. 14. Grants Pass Police searching for two suspects they say stole from elderly woman. Police are searching for two suspects they say targeted an elderly woman...
Central Point homeowners mixed on West Pine St construction project
While some homeowners say they're happy about the addition of a sidewalk and bike lanes, others are also expressing concern about construction cutting into their property. Central Point residents mixed on West Pine Street roadway construction. Homeowners on West Pine St in Central Point say they’re excited for the possibility...
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...
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...
Cottage Grove homeless encampments cleared out by city
COTTAGE GROVE, Ore. -- Police and public works crews cleared two homeless encampments Thursday morning, in a move that is getting mixed reaction from neighbors and puts dozens of former residents back on the streets. Those who lived at the North 12th Street and North Douglas Avenue camps were escorted...
'Tree School Umpqua' day of classes to center on forestry, natural resource topics
ROSEBURG, Ore. — Oregon State University Extension Service of Douglas County will offer a day of classes centered on forestry and natural resource topics on Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 8:40 a.m. to 5 p.m. at at Umpqua Community College in the Health, Nursing, and Science Center (HNSC), located at 1140 Umpqua College Rd. in Roseburg.
Oregon State Fair Starts Friday
Arts and crafts, food, farm animals, and carnival rides are all available at this year’s Oregon State Fair, which begins Friday in Salem. The fair’s Drew Marine said there’s a new Bounce ‘n Battle Fun Zone in the Playground area. “It’s great for all ages, it’s...
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