Semple Stands Up For Women
I’m a retired nurse who lives in Eugene Ward 1. My experience with Councilor Emily Semple goes back more than 30 years to when I … Continue reading
Year: 2020
There’s Still Time
You still can register and vote in the Nov. 3 election! Oct. 13 is the last day to register to vote. You can register or … Continue reading
Vote ‘Yes’ On Library Funding
When you send in your Nov. 3 ballot, remember to vote “yes” for renewal of the local option levy for public library services. These services … Continue reading
Vote, No Matter How Hard It Is
On National Voter Registration Day [Sept. 22] I went to the local election office downtown to do my civic duty. Imagine my consternation when I … Continue reading
One Ward to Rule Them All
Semple and Kashinsky seek Ward 1 spot on the Eugene City Council
It’s election season, and for the city of Eugene, only two candidates will face-off in a contested race on the November ballot — Emily Semple and … Continue reading
2020 EUG Parade/Pet Promenade
Anyone for a parade? It may seem an odd time for the virtual 2020 EUG Parade/Pet Promenade, originally scheduled for September, but COVID and thick … Continue reading
GoFundTheFirefighters
Oregonians and others are stepping up to help firefighters rebuild their homes, lost while they were out fighting the flames
The wildfires burning throughout Oregon have destroyed approximately 1 million acres of land and thousands of homes. Many have suffered from the devastation of these … Continue reading
Animals After the Fire
A ride along with Lane County Animal Services reveals animal's resilience through the fire
Michael Johns, General Services manager with Lane County who heads up the Animal Services division, says he called an evacuee to let him know that … Continue reading
Short-Term Rentals, Long-Term Impacts
After months of deliberation, the Eugene City Council votes to make short term rental owners register with the city
The Eugene City Council has been toying with imposing more regulations on short term rentals (STRs) since September 2019, when councilors discussed how these rentals, … Continue reading
Breonna Taylor Verdict Sparks Protest in Eugene
Protesters demand abolition of the police system and justice for Taylor
By Taylor Griggs, Chandlor Henderson and Taylor Perse Protesters in cities across the country, including Eugene, took to the streets on the afternoon and evening … Continue reading