Dump For Trump
There has been some discussion regarding a memorial to our last “president.” The solution is not difficult. I think it should be a one-hole outhouse … Continue reading
Year: 2021
Restaurants Rise Again
Local eateries reflect on struggling during COVID-19 and adapt to Oregon reopening
On June 30, most COVID-19 statewide restrictions were lifted, sending local restaurants into unknown territory: navigating a post-pandemic world with the virus still lurking. Some … Continue reading
Silencing Blowers
Brenda Kame’enui’s Viewpoint article, “Remembering Summer” (EW 7/1), was exceptionally well written. I hope Climate Action Plan committee members read it and realize what a … Continue reading
Activism Didn’t Die
Alex Li’s assertion in his 6/10 letter that “activism died on the vine” after the end of the Vietnam war is a popular narrative not … Continue reading
Awareness, Not Fear
Oregon lifted most COVID-19 restrictions, but Lane County suggests practicing respiratory hygiene
Oregon lifted nearly all COVID-19 restrictions on June 30, and on July 2, reached Gov. Kate Brown’s goal of a 70 percent vaccination rate among … Continue reading
WOW Hall Acoustic Picnic
As the summer brings back the ability to meet without masks and soak in the heat, the WOW Hall wants to welcome the community back … Continue reading
Missing The Point
Annie Kayner’s letter (6/17) misses the point of Alex Li’s letter entirely, and sounds more than a little defensive. Yes, tens of thousands of people … Continue reading
Second Coming
Faith-based and recovery communities look to reunite post-pandemic
If it has been noted once, it has been said many times during the COVID-19 pandemic period: We may not be all in the same … Continue reading
Welcoming Wagner
Eugene Symphony’s upcoming season will perform COVID-19 postponed concerts and features the first act of Tristan und Isolde
From the strains of “Here Comes the Bride” to Bugs Bunny in operatic costume riding on a white horse singing in “What’s Opera, Doc,” to … Continue reading
Another Swing At Reopening
Fans of Minor League Baseball team Eugene Emeralds can pack PK Park now
In baseball, if you take three swings and miss at bat, you’re out. If you’re a baseball team trying to adjust to reopening during COVID-19, … Continue reading