It’s About Time – November 2021
People who enjoy living in the Pacific Northwest perk up when the rains begin. Now that drought conditions are increasing every year, the return of … Continue reading
Year: 2021
Eugene Has A Choice On Implementing New Zoning
Ryan Moore’s letter in Eugene Weekly (11/18) provided an exquisite example of the empty virtue signaling that characterizes so much of the commentary from advocates … Continue reading
‘Housing Is The Solution’
On Nov. 16, I was among the many voices speaking in support of middle housing at the Eugene Planning Commission’s public hearing. Two days later, … Continue reading
A Real Way To Honor Veterans
Any mention of Veterans Day should include data like: Since 9/11, 30,000 vets have committed suicide, and there are currently 40,000 vets living on the … Continue reading
Building on a Foundation
House Speaker Tina Kotek is behind some of Oregon’s recent important legislation and says she’s running for governor to build on it
Before moving to Oregon in 1987, Oregon House Speaker Tina Kotek was a college dropout. She was living in Washington, D.C., where she had attended … Continue reading
Old Nick’s Eugene Weihnachtsmarkt
Bringing the magic of European holiday markets to Eugene
Hosted by the Victorian Gothic Old Nick’s Pub, Eugene’s Weihnachtsmarkt is back in action for a second year in a row for all your artisanally-crafted … Continue reading
Middle Housing Is A Good Solution
Eugene’s Middle Housing Code amendments offer an opportunity to create new housing options and reduce our dependence on automobiles — Eugene’s largest source of greenhouse … Continue reading
Erika Beyer Card Event at Karin Clarke
Greeting cards add a personal touch — either seriously or humorously — to convey affection, good will, gratitude and sympathy. They may seem like they … Continue reading
Main Street Artisans
Washburne Cafe in Springfield hosts Women Makers Market, offering goods from eight local artisans
Finding local artisan goods for holiday gifts on Springfield’s Main Street has been tough ever since Haven Home and Gifts closed a few years ago. … Continue reading
We Need A Deeper Affordability Option
We need to do more to provide a more accessible pathway to homeownership
By Andrew Heben As someone with a background in urban planning and a general interest in creating a more livable Eugene with a diversity of … Continue reading