I have a unique perspective on Mike Eyster. I know Mike. I was his administrative assistant at the University of Oregon for 18 years. In all that time I found him to be an honest leader who sticks to his word, leads by example and follows through. As director of university housing he fostered an inclusive environment where diverse individuals had a voice and felt like they belonged as students and staff alike.
In all of his high profile positions at the university, he was a leader with vision, integrity, accountability and empathy. He listens and he really hears you and he leaves nothing unresolved. He will conduct himself the same way as our mayor.
Eyster knows how to bring the best people together to work toward a common goal. This is exactly what Springfield needs right now. I know how fortunate we are to have such a qualified candidate run for mayor. I watched him over the years volunteering his time on committees and boards because he is devoted to Springfield. I hope you will join me and mark your ballot for Eyster for mayor of Springfield!
Janice Langis
Springfield
A Note From the Publisher
Dear Readers,
The last two years have been some of the hardest in Eugene Weekly’s 43 years. There were moments when keeping the paper alive felt uncertain. And yet, here we are — still publishing, still investigating, still showing up every week.
That’s because of you!
Not just because of financial support (though that matters enormously), but because of the emails, notes, conversations, encouragement and ideas you shared along the way. You reminded us why this paper exists and who it’s for.
Listening to readers has always been at the heart of Eugene Weekly. This year, that meant launching our popular weekly Activist Alert column, after many of you told us there was no single, reliable place to find information about rallies, meetings and ways to get involved. You asked. We responded.
We’ve also continued to deepen the coverage that sets Eugene Weekly apart, including our in-depth reporting on local real estate development through Bricks & Mortar — digging into what’s being built, who’s behind it and how those decisions shape our community.
And, of course, we’ve continued to bring you the stories and features many of you depend on: investigations and local government reporting, arts and culture coverage, sudoku and crossword puzzles, Savage Love, and our extensive community events calendar. We feature award-winning stories by University of Oregon student reporters getting real world journalism experience. All free. In print and online.
None of this happens by accident. It happens because readers step up and say: this matters.
As we head into a new year, please consider supporting Eugene Weekly if you’re able. Every dollar helps keep us digging, questioning, celebrating — and yes, occasionally annoying exactly the right people. We consider that a public service.
Thank you for standing with us!
Publisher
Eugene Weekly
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